Is PM Modi the Most 'Popular' Leader in the Country?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Prime Minister Modi's roadshow attracted massive crowds.
- Significant participation from women showcased broad support.
- The event is seen as a pivotal moment ahead of the Bihar elections.
- BJP leaders highlighted the importance of unity within the NDA.
- Supporters expressed strong enthusiasm, chanting slogans for Modi.
New Delhi, Nov 2 (NationPress) The roadshow led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Patna on Sunday attracted an enormous crowd, prompting prominent leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to label it as one of the largest political assemblies seen in the state capital.
This event takes place just before the crucial Bihar elections scheduled for November 6 and 11.
In an interview with IANS, Bihar BJP President Dilip Jaiswal remarked that the excitement visible in the streets is a testament to the public's faith in the Prime Minister.
"Today's roadshow was genuinely remarkable. I have never witnessed such an extensive turnout. PM Modi urged the populace to prevent the return of the 'Jungle Raj' associated with the RJD-led coalition in Bihar," he stated.
BJP MP and former Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad called the gathering historic, emphasizing the significant involvement of women.
"Lakhs of women participated, many engaging in aarti and showering flowers. We were deeply moved by the respect shown towards the Prime Minister," he shared.
Union Minister and senior JD-U figure Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh noted, "The women cheering from rooftops is a clear indication of PM Modi’s unparalleled popularity within households in Bihar. The roadshow in Patna today was immense, reflecting the strength of the NDA and the acclaim for PM Modi."
As part of the grand welcome in Patna, PM Modi traveled in a vehicle adorned with flowers during the roadshow.
Accompanying him in the vehicle were Union Minister Lalan Singh and BJP leader Dilip Jaiswal.
Large crowds assembled along the route to catch a glimpse of the Prime Minister.
People were observed watching from rooftops, and numerous women performed Aarti.
Supporters enthusiastically shouted "Modi-Modi" as the motorcade advanced.
Several NDA leaders, including Ravi Shankar Prasad, Ram Kripal Yadav, and local MLA and candidate Nitin Nabin, along with NDA nominees from Patna city, were also present.
Following the roadshow, the Prime Minister is set to visit Takht Shri Harimandir Gurudwara in Patna City to offer his prayers.
This event occurs amidst a fiercely competitive electoral landscape in the state.
BJP supporters conveyed that the presence of senior alliance leaders together sends a message of unity to the citizens of Bihar.
Political analysts predict that the roadshow could significantly influence the Patna region ahead of the upcoming elections.