Modi’s followers are certain and strongly defend his statements. They believe these statements are rooted in the country’s good. PM Modi asserted: “As long as I am alive, I will not allow anybody to divide the country on the basis of religion.” He also said, “Ram Mandir has never been a topic of election, nor will it ever be.” But circumstances forced him to say: “I need 400 seats so that Congress’ Babri lock is not put on the Ram temple.”
Opponents of Modi take it as a nakedly divisive and polarizing statement and against morality and constitutional values. Modi condemned the fake cow protectors in strongest words but he also propagates that cow is not an animal but a mother. This is the voice of his heart and above the political considerations. After all, the true faith of a believer should not be suppressed, so say his followers.
True, he stated that “while in power, they promised to give your wealth to those with many children and who claim the country’s wealth first.” He suggested that Congress would take away Hindus’ wealth and give it to those with many children and infiltrators. In a later interview, he clarified that he avoids speaking in Hindu-Muslim terms and noted that many poor Hindus also have many children. He emphasized that if he ever did speak in Hindu-Muslim terms, he would lose his right to public life. He criticized those who misunderstood him, saying they had done great injustice to Muslims.
Some critics accuse Mr. Modi of speaking with a forked tongue. He urges Muslims to reflect on how the Congress has impacted their situation negatively. He contrasts this with the favorable treatment Muslims have received over the past decade, with equal rights and benefits. Simultaneously, he warns that the Congress will confiscate Hindu women’s mangalsutras and distribute them among those with many children and infiltrators. Modi supporters interpret this as prioritizing love for Hindus, who constitute 80% of the population, rather than harboring animosity towards Muslims. A discerning and impartial observer can recognize that this straightforward communication stems from genuine affection and respect for Muslims.
In this regard, Modi quotes the fact that there are many Muslim residents around his house and they love them so much that on Eid and other festivals they send lots of food items to show his love.
Disturbing questions arise: Why doesn’t Mr. Modi include even a single token Muslim in his cabinet? Why is there only one Muslim governor? Why does he frequently visit the Ram temple and bow before the idol of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya? The gentleman is educated; it’s difficult to believe he would willingly commit polytheism. Perhaps he feels pressured to do so to maintain favor with the ruling dispensation.
Based on these events and statements, many independent observers believe Mr. Modi indulges in doublespeak, double dealings, and a deliberate policy of depriving 20 crore Muslims of their respectful share in national life and nation-building in this plural society.
Justice-loving intellectuals who value Constitutional principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity worry that Mr. Modi’s unjust policies will cause irreversible harm to India’s social fabric, unity, and integrity.
The need of the hour is to rise above petty, selfish politics and embrace inclusiveness, justice, and broadmindedness.
Let us hope, even against all odds, that reality and magnanimity will dawn upon Mr. Modi, his party, his colleagues, and all true well-wishers of our country.