Gadkari: BJP’s PM candidate?
Looks like Narendra Modi’s authoritarian behavior is not only creating problems in the country, but also within his own party where the voices of dissidence are increasing. Initially when Advani criticized Modi and his modus operandi in certain terms, he was silenced successfully.
Now when Advani shares stage with Modi or comes face to face with him, he stands in all humility. Some sort of a fear is writ large across his face. After this Yashwant Sinha, Shatrughna Sinha and Arun Shourie revealed the grace mistakes Modi was committing, before the nation.
These trio were the ones who told the country that Bofors is nothing compared to Rafael defence deal. It was only after that the opposition parties took up Rafael issue against the government. Though Modi had failed completely in administration, no one could dare question him.
Normally when a leader fails, the very premise creates another leader. But BJP seems to think Modi’s blunders can be covered with their lies. Hence Modi’s wrong decisions are being tolerated with some selective blindness.
But this cannot go on for a long time. Gadkari’s statements are indicating that Modi’s days ahead are not as easy. Just when everyone is hesitant to project themselves as the future leader to replace Modi, Gadkari has come forward to take up the mantle. He has already made a few statements to make Modi uncomfortable within the party. These statements are somewhat like the lava waiting to erupt.
In the recent times, a speech made by Gadkari went viral. In that, he is heard saying “BJP wasn’t expecting to get a landslide majority in the Lok Sabha elections last time. So we promised heaven and earth during our campaigns. Now we are struggling hard to fulfil those promises.”
This gives out many meanings. One primary conclusion being the BJP leaders themselves didn’t think this election would bring them a total victory. Hence the party made lofty promises in campaigns. And another aspect is the party being unable to fulfil them.
On one hand we have bhakts insisting everyone to believe that Modi has moved the mountains. With Gadkari accepting that they fell short of fulfilling promises, it’s a loss of face for the Modi camp.
Coincidentally Gadkari exploded another bomb in the recent times. “The public will punish us for promising things that we are unable to fulfil.”
These are his messages to Modi and Amit Shah indicating the next elections are not an easy deal. He has also indicated that Modi has been a failure in his administration. Which means, many people are miffed with Modi in the face of elections.
And another statement by Gadkari has been very resounding. In a training camp for ABVP activists, he has addressed a person who has not borne the responsibilities at home such as family, employment etc. The person in question seems to have said
he hasn’t taken any major responsibility.
Gadkari tells that man something very important. “First and foremost, take care of your family. Don’t push them into helplessness. Those to take care of home can care for the country. If someone does not take such responsibilities, what can he do for the nation?”
This advice has created ripples in the Modi camp. Gadkari’s words carry multiple meanings. And every meaning sounds true. Youths are taking to streets for politics and landing in jails caught in the crossfire of politics. They are being misinformed about nation-building exercise. Most of the party workers are living like a menace to both home and nation.
Nation building exercise has to begin from home. We have to be good family members first and then work for the betterment is the nation. All activists across parties have to take these words by Gadkari seriously. Mahatma Gandhi took care of his family while he also performed duties towards the country. No other PM felt his family was a problem for him. They took their family members along. But the whole failure of Modi lies where he disowns his family. This is the message Gadkari has given to the nation.
How can someone who rejects his wife take care of the country? If he did not want a wife, he shouldn’t have married in the first place. Once he is married, the woman is his responsibility. But then he left her without even giving her a divorce. If he had at least divorced her, she could have had an opportunity to remarry.
But he did not even allow her that chance. He kept all these details hidden from the EC since this was not mentioned even when he was the CM of Gujarat. He mentioned it only when it became inevitable. This shows that he has a deep complex about the woman he married. At least after being a PM, he could have given her some justice.
A man who was a failure in his own life, and unable to understand his wife’s challenges will never make for a good administrator. This is the point Gadkari is trying to make.
As a result of all this, it is easy to summarise that Gadkari is all willing to replace Modi as PM candidate. In the circumstances of BJP not getting majority, deciding on the PM candidate would be a challenge. If hopeful coalition partners support Gadkari, this mega balloon called Modi would be burst.
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Inappropriate for MLAs seeking free IPL tickets, says D.K. Suresh
Bengaluru: Bengaluru Milk Union Ltd President D.K. Suresh on Monday said it is inappropriate for MLAs to seek free IPL tickets, adding that those interested in watching matches should pay for them personally.
Speaking to reporters near his residence in Sadashivanagar, he said, “IPL is a commercial tournament and does not represent the country. It is not right for public representatives to focus too much on such matters.”
Referring to the recent controversy during the RCB celebrations, he said, “let us find out who benefited the most from the statements made during the incident.” He also pointed out that BJP MLAs had received IPL tickets as well.
Responding to discussions about relocating the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Suresh said the government has already approved the construction of a new stadium at a location he had proposed.
“I had suggested building a stadium in Surya City and submitted a proposal for it. Bengaluru needs four stadiums in four directions to cater to its growing population and encourage youth participation in sports,” he said.
He noted that apart from Kanteerava Stadium, KSCA, and the Football Stadium, there are limited facilities in the city.
“When I was a Lok Sabha member, I had proposed allocating 100 acres in my constituency at Surya City. The land was later earmarked and the plan approved,” he added.
Suresh said he has discussed the project with Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation Chairman Shivalingegowda, and Anekal MLA Shivanna.
“The Cabinet has now approved the project, and a stadium will be developed on around 50–60 acres,” he said.
He further added that he has requested the Deputy Chief Minister to build another stadium at Shivarama Karanth Layout through the BDA, where 40 acres have been allocated. Plans are also being discussed to develop a well-equipped stadium in Bidadi.
Commending state government's recent bilingual policy move, Suresh said forcing children to learn three languages could affect their comprehension.
“It is a good decision to make two languages compulsory. Learning a third language should be left to the choice of students and parents,” he said.
Responding to criticism from BJP leaders, he said their tendency is to oppose every decision of the government.
“To please their central leadership, they take a pro-Hindi stance. Instead, they should advocate for the adoption of Kannada in all states,” he said.
When asked about the earlier three-language policy under Congress, he said, “the situation is different now. Today, the focus should be on quality learning. Kannada should remain the primary language, while students and parents can choose an additional language.”
