PM Modi launches scathing attack on opposition INDIA alliance; ‘India still paying for misdoings of Congress’
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (Mar 31) launched a scathing attack on Congress stating that the nation was still "paying for the misdoings" of the previous government.
While addressing a mega rally at Uttar Pradesh's Meerut, PM Modi said, "Today another anti-national act of Congress has come before the country. The island of Katchatheevu, which lies between India and Sri Lanka and is extremely important from the perspective of national security, was given away by Congress after independence."
"When the country became independent, we had this island, but 4-5 decades ago, Congress cut off a part of India and separated it. India is still paying for the misdoings of the Congress government," he added.
PM Modi slams opposition INDIA bloc
The Indian prime minister also slammed the opposition alliance stating, "We started the fight against corruption. They formed the INDI bloc thinking Modi would feel intimidated. But India is my family, and I have nothing to fear."
He then affirmed to take stern action against the ones who indulged in corruption.
"On one side, you have the NDA, committed to eradicating corruption. On the other, you have the INDI Alliance, which focuses on protecting corrupt leaders. No matter how many attacks you make on Modi, I won't stop fighting against corruption. No matter how big the corrupt person is, action will definitely be taken. The one who has looted the country will have to give it back. This is Modi's guarantee," he said.
"Now those who have been indulged in corruption are behind bars. They don't get relief even in the Supreme Court," the PM added.
'Started preparations for third term,' says PM Modi
The Indian prime minister further asserted that the government had begun preparations for its third term.
"Our government has already started preparations for the third term. We are making a roadmap for the coming five years. Work is going on rapidly on what major decisions we have to take in the first 100 days," PM said.
"In the last 10 years, you have seen only the trailer of development, now we have to take the country much further," he added.
"The 2024 election is not just an election to form the government. The election of 2024 is for making a developed India. The 2024 mandate will make India the world's third largest economic superpower," PM Modi said.
(With inputs from agencies)