Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s second day of visit to Assam focused on development, security, and a strong message for self-reliance. He made remarks on Congress’s alleged anti-national behaviour.
Starting his day in Darrang, the Prime Minister inaugurated development works worth around Rs 6,500 crore, marking a major upgrade for the state’s healthcare sector. Speaking at the programme, he credited the people of Assam and the state government for their efforts, stating that India is now the fastest-growing country in the world and Assam has emerged as one of the fastest-growing states in the nation.
Highlighting India’s security strategy, PM Modi referred to the success of Operation Sindoor and introduced the idea of ‘Sudarshana-Chakra’ as part of India’s approach. He underlined that the entire nation is moving forward in unity to build a developed India and emphasized that for the youth, a developed India is not just a dream but also a resolve, with the North East playing a significant role in this national mission.
During the programme, the Prime Minister urged citizens to choose indigenous products during the festive season. He encouraged people to buy and gift Made in India items, asking shopkeepers to promote and sell locally made goods. He called upon everyone to be vocal for local, asserting that every effort in this direction will strengthen the nation.
PM Modi was felicitated in Darrang in the presence of Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. He urged people to buy ‘swadeshi’ goods for their children’s “bright future.”
Announcing major economic news, the Prime Minister hailed GST reforms and said, “Now GST will undergo next-generation reforms. I have come here today with this good news. Exactly nine days from today, on the first day of Navratri, GST rates will be significantly reduced. This will benefit every family in the country and make daily-use items cheaper.”
The Prime Minister also praised his government’s focus on connectivity in Assam, which he said has boosted businesses and created employment opportunities for youth.
Earlier, PM Modi began his address by recalling the celebrations held a day earlier to commemorate the 100th birth anniversary of Bhupen Hazarika.
He launched a strong attack on the Congress, accusing it of insulting Bhupen Hazarika when he was awarded the Bharat Ratna. “The Congress chief had said, ‘Modi is giving Bharat Ratna to those who sing and dance’,” PM Modi quoted. He further alleged that Congress protected infiltrators and anti-national groups and criticised their lack of development initiatives.
“Congress ruled Assam for decades, but they built only 3 bridges over the Brahmaputra river, while we constructed six in the last 10 years,” the Prime Minister said. He accused Congress of siding with Pakistan during Operation Sindoor and supporting infiltrators and anti-national forces.
“For its politics, Congress stands with every person and thought that is against India. We saw this even during Operation Sindoor. Today, when our Army carries out Operation Sindoor and uproots terror hideouts across Pakistan, Congress chooses to side with Pakistan’s Army. Instead of standing with our forces, Congress furthers the agenda of those who shelter terrorists,” he alleged.
He added that the BJP has begun to “correct those wrongs and remove illegal claims,” accusing Congress of encroaching on farmers’ land and places of worship during their rule.
