During an election rally in Kathua district of Jammu division, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized India's capability to retaliate against adversaries from its own territory. He asserted, "India possesses the strongest military prowess globally, enabling us to strike deep into enemy territory from our own soil."
Singh attributed India's enhanced stature to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating, "Under PM Modi's guidance, India has ascended to become the preeminent global power across all domains. Our resolve was demonstrated unequivocally on September 28 through surgical strikes."
He criticized regional parties in Jammu and Kashmir, including the National Conference, Peoples Democratic Party, and Congress, for exploiting Article 370 for political gains. Singh referenced images of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi playing in Kashmiri snow, questioning their ability to do so if Article 370 were still in effect. He refuted claims of bloodshed in the region upon the revocation of Article 370, assuring instead that prosperity and development would flourish in Jammu and Kashmir.
Singh highlighted BJP's manifesto promises, particularly Prime Minister Modi's commitment to provide free healthcare to individuals above 70 years, regardless of their income status. He urged voters to support Dr. Jitendra Singh and emphasized BJP's dedication to women's rights, citing the abolition of triple talaq as a significant step towards ensuring women's safety.
Dr. Jitendra Singh, seeking re-election from the Kathua-Udhampur constituency, faces opposition primarily from Chaudhary Lal Singh of Congress and G.M. Saroori of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party. The constituency is scheduled to vote on April 19th.
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