Yoga guru and businessman Baba Ramdev on Monday congratulated the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for its performance in the Assembly elections in West Bengal and Assam, asserting that the five-state verdict has given a "new direction" to Indian politics and reflects people's growing trust in Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Ramdev made the remarks in Haridwar while speaking to news agency IANS as vote counting continued across four states and the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Ramdev's Tribute to Modi's Leadership

Ramdev was effusive in his praise for the Prime Minister, invoking a striking metaphor to describe Modi's standing in national politics. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a personality in politics like the Himalayas. No one appears even close to his stature. Such a great political personality is not formed in a single day, he has done penance for 50 years for it. The people of the country have placed their trust in him," he said.

He attributed the BJP's electoral performance to a combination of strong leadership, grassroots organisational effort, and deepening public faith in the party's governance model. Notably, Ramdev framed the result as a structural shift — not merely a ballot outcome.

'Towers of Supremacy Crumbled Into Dust'

Commenting on the broader national picture, Ramdev said the five-state verdict marked a turning point. "The elections in five states have given a new direction to the country's politics. Those who were consumed by the frenzy of political dominance, established within political parties, now that towering structure of supremacy has crumbled into dust," he remarked.

The comment was widely interpreted as a veiled reference to entrenched political dynasties and regional power structures that faced setbacks in the counting trends. This comes amid a broader pattern since 2014 in which the BJP has steadily expanded its footprint in states once considered beyond its reach.

Shah's Organisational Role Praised; Himanta Biswa Sarma Highlighted

Ramdev also singled out Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his behind-the-scenes campaign efforts. "The Prime Minister, who today is the biggest brand in politics — to translate that brand's vision onto the ground. The relentless and formidable effort made by Amit Shah is unparalleled in itself," he said.

He further highlighted the political ascent of Himanta Biswa Sarma in Assam, calling his imminent victory a "very significant benchmark." According to Ramdev, the result reflects a blend of ideology and governance. "It shows what the confluence of Hindutva, development, and Sanatan truly looks like," he said.

A Word for Congress in Kerala

In a gesture that drew attention for its measured tone, Ramdev extended congratulations to the Indian National Congress (INC) for its performance in Kerala. "I also extend my best wishes to the Congress for the success it has achieved in Kerala, even if it is for its own sense of satisfaction. Democracy becomes stronger only when both the ruling side and the opposition move forward with full strength and sharpness," he said.

The remark was notable given the otherwise sharp political tenor of his comments, and signals a degree of acknowledgement that multi-party competition remains central to democratic health. As final tallies are awaited, the five-state results are expected to set the tone for political alignments ahead of future electoral cycles.