Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Thursday that riots and curfews were common during the rule of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), whereas there is a rule of development due to strong law and order in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government.
Addressing an election rally in Secunderabad in Bulandshahr, the CM accused the SP, BSP, and Congress of following a riot policy and said that the policy of the NDA government was that of development, which was in sharp contrast to the opposition’s policy.
He said, “The BJP stands for faith, security, and prosperity. Under the governance of the SP, BSP, and Congress, the state frequently saw curfews lasting for months. However, now there are no curfews in the state. These parties were known for stirring unrest through riots. They adopted a ‘riot policy’, while we prioritize ‘development policy’.”
Yogi urged the public to vote for the sitting MP and the BJP candidate for Gautam Buddha Nagar, Dr. Mahesh Sharma. Many leaders of the SP also joined the BJP on the occasion.
Highlighting the transformation in India, he said, “We are now in a ‘New India.’ Those who remember the 2014 elections can attest to the conditions in the country back then. They should inform the new generation and first-time voters about the prevailing discontent and mistrust during that period.”
The CM said, “Terrorism, naxalism, and separatism were on the rise across the nation. Corruption was rampant in all sectors. The youth were disheartened, and farmers were driven to suicide.”
He highlighted the significant changes India has undergone in the past decade, pointing out that various challenging issues, such as tackling naxalism and terrorism, have been successfully addressed and resolved.
Yogi attributed these problems to the Congress’s governance and said that the entire country, including Jammu, was once plagued by terrorism. “Daily explosions claimed innocent lives, leaving families shattered. Yet the Congress remained a passive spectator, shying away from uttering a word against terrorism,” he said.
He pointed to the development of Asia’s largest airport in Jewar as a testament to progress. He mentioned that Secunderabad and Jewar will reap substantial benefits from this project.
The CM also emphasized the strengthening of the national and state economies. “Plans are underway for a rapid rail system and the expansion of the metro network. Additionally, with the Dadri junction being a part of the dedicated freight corridor, the country’s largest logistics center is set to be established there. This development is expected to generate hundreds of thousands of jobs,” he said.
Outlining the government’s development initiatives, he said, “In UP, if someone falls ill and he does not have an Ayushman card, MPs, MLAs, and the affected individual can write a letter and the funds will be directly deposited into their account. The government ensures that families are not financially burdened by medical expenses.”
Yogi said that by solving the problems of builder-buyers in Noida, Greater Noida, and Yamuna Authority, the cases pending for years are being closed and the buyers are being given rights.
He emphasized that previously, some individuals prioritized family interests over national welfare. He framed this election as a choice between the’swarth ka parivar’ (family with vested interests) versus ‘Modi ka parivar’ (Modi’s family) representing India’s 140 crore people.
The CM criticized the SP, BSP, and Congress for their narrow focus on family interests. He also noted the improved environment for secure investment.
He said, “After 500 years, Ram Lalla celebrated his ‘janmotsav’ at his birthplace. Many witnessed the unique ’tilak’ ceremony of Suryavanshi Ram, where the rays of Lord Surya adorned him.”
Yogi attributed India’s prosperity to Narendra Modi’s leadership and urged voters to re-elect him as the Prime Minister and Dr. Mahesh Sharma as MP for a third term. He commended their commitment to not obstructing any development projects, emphasizing that they consistently prioritize unhindered progress.
He said, “Noida is poised to become one of the most developed regions in the country. Gautam Buddha Nagar is setting the benchmark for a developed India, distinguishing itself from other districts. The presence of both an MP and MLA, along with the double-engine government, is benefiting Noida immensely.”
The CM emphasized that while many might resort to caste and regional politics during the elections, voters should prioritize nationalistic and developmental agendas. He urged voters to choose a government that embodies these principles, emphasizing that only the BJP can provide such leadership.
