In a stirring display of political strength, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a massive rally of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers and supporters in Guwahati on [Date], where he passionately declared the Northeast region his government’s foremost priority. Drawing a sharp contrast with the previous Congress-led regimes, which he accused of neglect, the Prime Minister likened the region to the revered ‘Goddess Ashtalakshmi,’ symbolizing its immense potential and his government’s devotion to its prosperity.
The event, which saw thousands of enthusiastic party workers, including Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, resonated with energy as PM Modi laid out his vision for a self-reliant and vibrant Northeast, fueled by record central funding and transformative infrastructure projects.
Striking a chord with the party cadre, PM Modi began his address by honoring the booth-level workers of Assam, calling them the true architects of the BJP’s success. "Wherever the Bharatiya Janata Party has reached today, the credit goes entirely to its workers," he asserted. In a moment of deep humility that was met with thunderous applause, he declared his identity as a " BJP worker" to be his "biggest qualification and source of pride."
"The workers are the oxygen and lifeblood of this party," PM Modi added, bowing to the organization’s grassroots strength. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who shared the stage, echoed this sentiment, assuring the Prime Minister that under his leadership, the state's BJP workers were committed to forming an even stronger government in the upcoming polls. The Prime Minister also took a moment to salute "Maa Kamakhya for blessing Assam with defenders of the nation," specifically recognizing Padma awardee Kabirendra Purkayastha for his lifelong service.
The Prime Minister’s address was heavily focused on the developmental paradigm shift in the region since the BJP-led NDA came to power at the Centre. He launched a scathing attack on the Congress, accusing the party of systemic neglect towards the Northeast.
To underscore his point, PM Modi revealed staggering figures: "In the last 11 years, Assam has received over Rs 5.5 lakh crore from the central government for development projects. This is five times the mere Rs 10,000 crore tax share it used to get under Congress rule," he said, drawing sharp comparisons.
"Can the Congress, which avoids even giving money for Assam's development, ever truly develop Assam?" he questioned the crowd rhetorically. He highlighted the recent national budget, which allocates nearly Rs 50,000 crore to Assam this year alone, with thousands of crores specifically earmarked for highways, roads, and connectivity projects designed to boost employment and tourism. He also noted that since 2014, over 125 luminaries from the Northeast have been conferred with Padma Awards, an honor he said recognized the region's untapped potential as a foundational pillar for a developed India.
Showcasing the tangible progress on the ground, PM Modi recounted a historic moment—the landing of an Indian Air Force plane on a highway in Moran. "Today, highways are being built here, where not only vehicles move but airplanes also land," he marveled, framing it as a metaphor for the new era of connectivity in the region.
Looking ahead, the Prime Minister highlighted the growing focus on tourism. He referenced the recent 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' event held on a cruise on the Brahmaputra, stating, "In the future, river tourism on the Brahmaputra will be further promoted." He extended an open invitation to the nation, saying, "There's no better place for tourism. Come, this is my Assam, this is my Brahmaputra."
These initiatives, he stressed, are not just about infrastructure but are a testament to the BJP's devotion to making the Northeast economically self-reliant. "For us, the Northeast is not just a region; it is the bountiful Goddess Ashtalakshmi," PM Modi concluded, weaving together his government’s development agenda with a profound cultural reverence for the region, a sentiment that resonated deeply with the energized crowd.
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