The country is abuzz with excitement as the Lok Sabha elections 2024 are just around the corner, set to kick off on April 19. The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition INDIA bloc are leaving no stone unturned in their campaign efforts, with political rallies and public meetings being held across the nation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been at the forefront of the campaign, attending election rallies and meetings in various states. His recent explosive interview with news agency ANI has sparked a political war of words between the NDA and INDIA alliance. The opposition has criticized the Prime Minister for his defense of the electoral bonds scheme and other statements made during the interview.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is also actively campaigning, set to address a public rally in Tamil Nadu and hold a roadshow in multiple districts in the state. The phase-wise schedule for the Lok Sabha elections has been announced, with the first phase set to begin on April 19 and subsequent phases following in the coming weeks.
In the midst of all the political drama, leaders from various parties are engaging in verbal sparring and making bold statements. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav took a jibe at the opposition over ‘parivarvaad’ during a public rally in Bihar, while West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee held a roadshow in Siliguri in support of a candidate.
PM Modi, during a public meeting in West Bengal’s Balurghat, accused the TMC of supporting infiltrators while opposing the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). He also highlighted the issue of crimes against women in Sandeshkhali, stating that the entire country is petrified by such incidents.
As the election fervor continues to build up, it is evident that the upcoming Lok Sabha elections will be closely contested and closely watched by the entire nation. Stay tuned for more updates on this high-stakes political battle.