In a robust response during the motion of thanks debate in the Rajya Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi directed a pointed attack at the Congress, singling out leader Mallikarjun Kharge and taking swipes at Rahul Gandhi. The Prime Minister asserted that the opposition cannot silence his voice, and the people of the country have only fortified it.
PM Modi characterized the Congress as “outdated in its thinking, outsourcing its work” and referenced Kharge’s mention of the “400 seats remark” for the BJP. The Prime Minister humorously expressed gratitude for Kharge’s blessing of 400 seats for the NDA. “Ek baat khushi ki rahi, unhone (Kharge) jo 400 seat NDA ke liye aashirwad diya hai…aapke aashirwad mere sar aankhon par,” the Prime Minister said.
Kharge in his remarks had referred to the Bharatiya Janata Party election slogan of “abki baar 400 par”. “With a current majority of 330-334 seats, this time it…will be above 400…,” he said, evoking smiles from BJP benches.
However, Kharge had quickly added that BJP members have been elected due to PM Modi and the ruling party will not even cross 100 seats in the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls.
Taking a playful jab at Kharge’s extended speech, PM Modi used a popular Bollywood song to comment on the Congress leader’s opportunity to speak at length. He also expressed appreciation for Kharge’s entertaining speech, seemingly alluding to the absence of Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha.
PM Modi addressed interruptions from opposition members, recalling past incidents when attempts were made to stifle the Prime Minister’s voice. He affirmed that attempts to silence him would be futile, as the people of the country have strengthened his voice.
The Prime Minister also acknowledged President Droupadi Murmu’s address, highlighting her focus on India’s potential, strength, and bright future.
