Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the ambition of the INDIA bloc to cycle through five prime ministers within a span of five years, foreseeing its potential disintegration post-June 4, coinciding with the vote counting for all seven phases of the Lok Sabha elections. Speaking fervently at an election rally in support of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Sangam Lal Gupta, held at the Government Inter College Pratapgarh grounds, Modi underscored the INDIA bloc's intent to supplant the stable NDA government with a revolving leadership scheme.
"Beyond June 4, significant shifts will transpire. The INDIA alliance will unravel, seeking scapegoats in the wake of defeat," Modi asserted, taking a subtle swipe at Rahul Gandhi's promises of swift financial transactions for women upon assuming power.
Asserting confidence in the formation of the Modi government post-June 4, he quipped, "The INDIA alliance will dissipate swiftly, akin to 'khata khat, khata khat'." Modi predicted a post-election exodus, remarking, "They will hastily retreat, leaving us steadfast. I vow to tirelessly serve you."
In thinly veiled criticisms aimed at Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav, Modi remarked, "Those born into privilege fail to comprehend the gravity of governance. They vacated Amethi and will soon vacate Rae Bareli."
Amidst affirmations of the government's growing prowess, Modi pledged his unwavering dedication to the populace. He lambasted the INDIA bloc for impugning the valor of the Army and delineated their contentious agendas regarding Article 370 and the CAA law.
Sidestepping their rhetoric, Modi touched upon the reported designs to consign Ram Lalla to the background, and promised to not let that happen. Warning against the opposition's overtures towards Pakistan, Modi urged vigil on the part of the electorate.
Charging the opposition with designs on the national treasury, Modi warned against their reported designs of financial scrutiny and distribution. Reflecting on India's economic trajectory, he attributed its rise to his government's stewardship and promised to take it further.
Listing developmental initiatives, Modi rejected opposition skepticism, framing their criticism as emblematic of their distance from the aspirations of the people. He rallied the crowd, appealing to them to take pride in India's stature in the world and in its accomplishments.
In a final appeal, Modi contrasted India's current trajectory with its pre-2014 morass and asked voters to shun the specter of corruption and opt for advancement. Polling in Pratapgarh, scheduled for the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections on May 25, is an important moment in India's democratic calendar.
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