Indian Prime Minister Accuses Rival of Taking Illegal Money from Billionaires
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused his chief rival of taking “truckloads” of illegal money from billionaires Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, without providing any evidence. This surprising twist in the election campaign has sparked a heated debate.
Analysts speculate that Modi’s sudden attack on Rahul Gandhi of the Congress party may stem from doubts about his party’s performance in the election so far. Gandhi responded by challenging Modi to send investigative agencies to prove the allegations.
Both Ambani and Adani, Asia’s richest men, have close ties to Modi, which adds complexity to the accusations. This move by Modi is seen as an attempt to confuse voters and divert attention from low voter turnout in the ongoing election.
The election, spread over seven phases, has seen lower voter turnout than previous years, casting doubt on earlier predictions of a landslide victory for Modi’s party. The results are set to be declared on June 4.
While some believe Modi’s attack is a strategy to shape a narrative and create confusion, others see it as a sign of his desperation to hold onto power. The ongoing political drama continues to unfold as the Indian electorate awaits the final outcome.