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The video depicts Opposition MPs, predominantly from the Congress, vociferously protesting in front of Speaker Om Birla while PM Modi, seated as the Leader of the House, extends a glass of water to one of the protesting MPs. Although the MP initially declined the gesture, another Opposition member accepted the water, highlighting a brief but unusual moment of camaraderie amid the political tension.
Social media platforms quickly lit up with reactions to the incident, with supporters of the BJP applauding PM Modi's gesture as a display of statesmanship, while critics interpreted it as a strategic political move. The incident has sparked varied reactions online, with some labeling it a 'boss move' and others criticizing it as a form of political theatrics.
BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla weighed in on the incident with a sarcastic comment on Twitter, contrasting PM Modi's gesture with recent political actions in other states. Poonawalla's tweet underscored the broader political implications of such gestures within the current political climate.
Lok Sabha Showdown: PM Modi vs Opposition in Fiery Debate
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was greeted with chants of 'Modi Modi' as he entered Parliament to deliver his response during the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address in the Lok Sabha. He began by emphasizing the President's commitment to 'Viksit Bharat' and outlined key national issues.Despite vigorous interruptions from the opposition, PM Modi continued speaking, with Speaker Om Birla reprimanding disruptive MPs. He reiterated the government's firm stance against corruption, stressing India's enhanced global reputation and commitment to prioritizing national interests.
PM Modi criticized the opposition's behavior, asserting that the electorate had given Congress a mandate to sit in opposition and criticize constructively. He mocked their seat count, comparing it to a child boasting about marks out of 543.
"Will tell Congress to not drown people's mandate in celebration of 'fake victory', it should accept people's mandate," he said.
Modi sharply criticised the opposition, specifically focusing on the Congress for their recent electoral setbacks.
"Let's remember the elections of 1984. Following those elections, 10 Lok Sabha polls were held in this country, but Congress couldn't even cross the 250-mark even once. This time the Congress somehow bagged 99 seats."
"This reminds of a child who was telling everyone that he received 99 marks. Later, that child's teacher told that the child had received 99 marks out of 543, and not out of 100. There's no one to make that child understand that he has made a new world record in failing," said PM.
PM Modi sharply criticized Rahul Gandhi and Congress for their electoral setbacks and divisive tactics. He accused them of spreading divisive narratives and attempting to manipulate public opinion for political gain, particularly regarding issues like the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).
"The Congress party is openly creating new narratives and spreading new plans every day to put one caste against another...It was clearly announced from various platforms that if the result they want is not achieved, the country will be set on fire on 4th June. People will gather, anarchy will be spread and these appeals were made in large numbers. Spreading anarchy is their aim," he said.
"An attempt has been made to spread anarchy by questioning the democratic process of India. The politics that was spread regarding CAA, the game of misleading the people of the country, all efforts were made to emphasise that their political motives are fulfilled. Efforts have been made to push the country into riots. A new drama has been started these days to gain sympathy. A new game is being played," he said.
Highlighting recent controversies, PM Modi mocked Rahul Gandhi's 'Khatakhat Day' promise and criticized him for using drama to garner sympathy. He rebutted Rahul's allegations on various issues, including Rafale, HAL, LIC, and banks, calling them misleading.
"Lies regarding EVM... lies regarding Constitution... lies regarding reservation... Before that, lies regarding Rafale, HAL, LIC, banks... They even had the courage to mislead the House yesterday. They told lies regarding Agniveer. They said that MSP is not being given," he said.
PM Modi also condemned the opposition's characterization of 'Hindu terrorism', asserting that such narratives were unforgivable. He concluded his speech by reaffirming that the truth cannot be suppressed and that lies hold no foundation in democratic discourse.
(With inputs from agencies)
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