PM Modi Launches NDA’s 2024 Campaign from Jamui, Bihar; Extends Support to Chirag Paswan
Jamui, 4th April 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) campaign for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Jamui, Bihar, where he also lent his support to Chirag Paswan, President of the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP), a recent entrant into the alliance.
Speaking at a vibrant public rally in Jamui, PM Modi expressed his unwavering faith in the people of Bihar, asserting their commitment to securing all 40 Lok Sabha seats in the state and surpassing the 400-seat mark nationwide. He commended Chirag Paswan, noting his succession to the late Ram Vilas Paswan’s legacy with warmth.
The NDA in Bihar exhibited a united front during the rally, with leaders from all coalition constituents rallying behind PM Modi. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, despite recent low activity, joined the prime minister on stage, symbolizing solidarity within the alliance.
Chirag Paswan expressed gratitude to PM Modi for choosing Jamui as the venue for the rally, highlighting the significance of the constituency for his party’s electoral prospects.
Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, representing the BJP, along with Upendra Kushwaha, leader of the Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM), were also present at the event, showcasing the broad coalition backing PM Modi’s leadership.
In his address, PM Modi criticized opposition parties, particularly the Congress, for tarnishing the nation’s reputation and hailed Nitish Kumar for his impeccable governance record. He indirectly referenced Pakistan, asserting India’s strengthened stance under the NDA government.
PM Modi took a swipe at the Congress-Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) alliance in Delhi, highlighting their past accusations against each other and their current collaboration against him.
Furthermore, he mentioned alleged corruption scandals and highlighted Nitish Kumar’s integrity during his tenure as Railway Minister. He also accused the RJD-Congress alliance of disrespecting the Ram temple in Ayodhya and opposing the election of tribal woman Droupadi Murmu as President.
