Rajnath Singh

Singh went on to assert that the BJP's manifesto sets a gold standard in global politics, symbolizing the party's unwavering dedication to fulfilling its pledges. He pointed out various developmental initiatives undertaken by the central government, such as the enactment of the women's reservation law, the revocation of Article 370, and the construction of the Ram temple, as evidence of the BJP's commitment to its electoral promises.

Heading the manifesto committee, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted, "Every pledge outlined in the Sankalp Patra has been fulfilled. Our actions mirror our words." He cited the revocation of Article 370 and the commencement of the Ram temple as tangible manifestations of their commitments.

Singh highlighted the ongoing exodus of leaders from the Congress, emphasizing their seamless transition into the BJP ranks. Expressing concern over the party's dwindling strength, Singh painted a picture of a future were mentioning the Congress post-2024 would evoke puzzled inquiries from the younger generation.

Singh emphasized the contrast with previous administrations, particularly the Congress rule, which faced numerous corruption accusations. He underlined the trust placed in the Narendra Modi-led government by the people of India, emphasizing their expectation of integrity and accountability.

Speaking at the inauguration of border area infrastructure projects, Singh emphasized that climate change is now linked to national security, and the rising frequency of natural disasters in states like Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Ladakh should be thoroughly examined.

The 1971 war resulted in the surrender of the Pakistan Army to the Indian Army in Dhaka. Over 90,000 Pakistani soldiers were held captive in India and were later released following the Simla Accord between then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Pakistani Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.

Singh highlighted impactful initiatives by the Ministry of Defence, including enrolling girls in Sainik Schools, training women officers at the National Defence Academy, and their active roles as fighter pilots and frontline personnel.

He quoted the report of Transparency International and said that Rajasthan ranks number one in corruption for which the credit goes to its Congress government; Examination papers are getting leaked in the state. While the chief minister is sitting in the driving seat, someone else is pressing the clutch and the accelerator, he added.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself expressing anguish over the situation prevailing in the state and over the video of three women being paraded naked, and the government having assured that it will discuss the situation in the Lok Sabha, the opposition seems to be bent upon disrupting the proceedings of the House.