{"id":351715,"date":"2025-01-05T04:48:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-05T10:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tehelka.com\/?p=351715"},"modified":"2025-01-06T04:50:11","modified_gmt":"2025-01-06T10:20:11","slug":"aap-govt-lacks-vision-to-drive-delhis-development-says-pm-modi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tehelka.com\/aap-govt-lacks-vision-to-drive-delhis-development-says-pm-modi\/","title":{"rendered":"AAP govt lacks vision to drive Delhi’s development says PM Modi"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a sharp critique of the AAP government in Delhi, calling it an “AAPda government” that lacks vision for the city’s progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking at a mega rally in Rohini ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, the Prime Minister asserted that all significant developmental projects in the national capital have been undertaken by the BJP-led central government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amid chants of “Delhi mei bahane nahi, badlav chahiye; BJP ki sarkaar chahiye” (Delhi needs change, not excuses; it wants a BJP government), the crowd welcomed the Prime Minister enthusiastically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PM Modi emphasised the importance of the next 25 years for India and Delhi, stating, “The coming 25 years are crucial for India’s journey to becoming a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (developed nation). For India to achieve this, it is vital that Delhi progresses in tandem.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He urged the people of Delhi to give the BJP a chance for a brighter future, stressing that only the BJP can bring real development to the capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Highlighting the BJP’s governance record, PM Modi said, “In the last decade, Delhi has experienced a government that is nothing short of an ‘AAPda’ (disaster). Today, the people of Delhi are demanding change, saying, ‘AAPda nahi sahenge; badal ke rahenge’ (We won\u2019t tolerate disaster; we will bring change).”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PM Modi praised the BJP as a party of good governance and nation-first ideology, citing its successes in states like Odisha, Maharashtra, and the Northeast, and at the Centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He encouraged BJP workers to connect with Delhi residents and showcase the party’s commitment to development, calling this election a “golden opportunity to win the hearts of Delhi.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He reiterated his vision of making Delhi one of the world’s top cities with world-class facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Last year, the Centre allocated over Rs 75, 000 crore for health and development projects in Delhi. We want to make Delhi a capital that reflects India’s heritage and pride, ” he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Prime Minister pointed out that Delhi’s metro expansion, including the Namo Bharat Train, Delhi Metro Phase-IV’s Janakpuri-Krishna Park stretch, and the Rithala-Kundli corridor, are all Centre-driven initiatives. He highlighted the PM Awas Yojana, mentioning the Swabhimaan Apartment in Ashok Nagar as a “Modi ki guarantee” for affordable housing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PM Modi also listed achievements like Bharat Mandapam, Yashobhoomi, Kartavya Path, and the National War Memorial, which have become symbols of pride for Delhi, attributing their creation to the Centre’s efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He slammed the AAP government for wasting a decade, accusing it of mismanagement in areas like sanitation, public transportation, and law and order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Delhi suffers whenever these people are in power, ” he remarked, citing issues in unclean colonies and unsafe conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Touching on the recent controversy over the Delhi Chief Minister’s residence, referred to as “Sheesh Mahal” by the BJP, PM Modi accused the AAP of prioritising luxuries over public welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“When people were struggling during the COVID-19 crisis, they were busy building their ‘Sheesh Mahal.’ This shows their disregard for Delhi’s citizens, ” he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Prime Minister also accused the AAP of not implementing central welfare schemes like Ayushman Bharat for political reasons, depriving Delhi residents of crucial benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Intention, decision, loyalty and policy are very important in the politics. However, there is a big question on their intention and loyalty, ” PM Modi said, adding that top AAP leaders are today accused of several scams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The rally was attended by senior BJP leaders, including Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva, MPs Manoj Tiwari, Bansuri Swaraj, Kamaljeet Sehrawat, and Ramesh Bidhuri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outside the venue, replicas of the Delhi Chief Minister’s residence, labelled “Sheesh Mahal, ” were displayed, highlighting the BJP’s criticism of the AAP government.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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