The BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi for claiming an ED raid was planned against him to divert attention from his accountability as the MP from Wayanad post the landslide tragedy. BJP leaders accused Gandhi of evading questions about Wayanad and suggested he may have done something warranting such action. Union Minister Lalan Singh queried why something would happen if no wrongdoing occurred. Gandhi relinquished his Wayanad seat, leading to Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s impending by-poll candidacy. Both siblings visited affected families in Wayanad.
Chandrasekhar condemned the negligence in Wayanad disaster management by state governments since 2009, labeling it a crime. He criticized the Left government for restricting science institutions from sharing reports. Despite opposition-state variations, the I.N.D.I.A. bloc faced criticism for stifling freedom of expression. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan withdrew restrictions on science institutions after backlash. BJP leader referenced UN General Assembly President’s appreciation of India’s poverty reduction efforts under Modi’s leadership.
The Modi government heralded a digital revolution, expanding internet and bank account access significantly. The need for digitalization in rapid development was exemplified by India’s success, lifting millions out of poverty using smartphones.
Published on 02 August 2024, 11:21 IST