Narendra Modi led central government's performance is not as expected: Pejawar Shree
* Opposition to Modi, Shah’s intention of Congress mukt
Udupi: Narendra Modi led central government’s performance is not as expected, said Sri Vishvesha Tirtharu of the Pejawara Mutt.
Addressing a press conference here at Pejawara Mutt in Udupi, he said, "There are some achievements from the central government. But this government has not been able to achieve the desired level."
“The Modi government has not fulfilled their promises. They had said that they would bring black money but did not bring, Ganga was not cleansed. But they have brought some control over the country's economic sector,” Swamiji said.
► Ram Mandir is not a priority
When media asked about the completion of the Ram Mandir’s construction, he replied “it is not the country's priority. The conservation of farmers, the economic condition of the country is an urgent need. Construction of the Ram Mandir comes later; besides, this matter is still in court," said Pejawar Shree.
► Opposition to Congress Free
I oppose Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP President Amit Shah's intention of making the country free from Congress. There has to be strong opposition parties for a healthy democracy,” Sri Vishvesha Theertha Swamiji opined.
► Today's democracy is distorted
Pejawarashree expressed concern that today's democracy is distorted by the political parties' legislators operation resort politics.
"I do not have a good opinion about any of these parties. They fought between each other and abused at each other before the elections, then joined hands for power. All of this is happening like a drama.
Looking at all this, there is an indication that I am the most ideal. That is the government of all religions. In some places, it has been practical. But I am skeptical about whether it is possible in India today, "said Pejawar Shree.
“Kumaraswamy is experienced. I expect good governance from him. In fact, I expect the best out of all governments. But today's politics is not clean, and democracy is distorted,” the Swamiji added.
► Unity of opposition parties
When asked about the BJP government losing its popularity, he said “today the BJP's strength is uniting the opposition parties. How all the opposition parties were united when Congress was strong; in the same way, now parties including Congress are uniting against BJP today. The impact can be seen in the next elections," he said.
It all depends upon how the Narendra Modi Government fulfills its promises and how it gives governance.
► Thinking of the Iftar party
This time also the idea of organising an Iftar party by the Pajawara mutt is taking place and talks are going on with Muslims. But the final decision is not yet taken. We would organise it if the Muslim leaders agree, will not insist.
But this time they are not showing that enthusiasm. If we do, we will organize it at the Pejawara mutt’s Govinda Kalyanamantapa.
I do not listen to anyone. We aim to bring harmony in both Hindu and Muslim communities. I will condemn when Hindus face injustice.
“Hindus should get all the benefits available to minorities. It was a big controversy when I had asked to amend the Constitution for this if necessary. I did not say that I would change the constitution. I wanted there was no discrimination against anyone,” the seer said.
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Rupee falls 9 paise to all-time low of 90.58 against US dollar in early trade
Mumbai (PTI): Rupee depreciated 9 paise to an all-time low of 90.58 against US dollar in early trade on Monday, weighed down by uncertainty over an India-US trade deal and persistent foreign fund outflows.
Forex traders said rupee is trading with a negative bias as investors are in wait and watch mode and awaiting cues from the India-US trade deal front.
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 90.53 against the US dollar, then fell further to an all-time intraday low of 90.58 against the greenback, registering a fall of 9 paise over its previous close.
On Friday, the rupee had slipped 17 paise to close at an all-time low of 90.49 against the American currency.
Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading 0.05 per cent lower at 98.35.
Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading higher by 0.52 per cent at USD 61.44 per barrel in futures trade.
On the domestic equity market front, the 30-share benchmark index Sensex was trading 298.86 points lower at 84,968.80, while the Nifty was down 121.40 points at 25,925.55.
Foreign Institutional Investors sold equities worth Rs 1,114.22 crore on Friday, according to exchange data.
"FPIs continue to be in selling mode in equity and debt while RBI has been selling dollars to fund their long positions," said Anil Kumar Bhansali, Head of Treasury and Executive Director Finrex Treasury Advisors LLP.
