The Prime Minister, in his letter, mentioned that these 20 years signify not just development but also trust. The BJP government has undertaken numerous initiatives for the welfare of every marginalized individual in Madhya Pradesh, proving their commitment to the development of the state.
The upcoming elections for the Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly are just around the corner, and both the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress are making their best efforts to secure victory in this election. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister has written a letter to the people of Madhya Pradesh. In his letter, he reminded the people of the achievements of the BJP over the past 20 years and the shortcomings of the Congress during its tenure.
Empowering a Formerly Ailing State
PM Modi stated that the progress at which Madhya Pradesh is advancing on the path of development is a matter of great joy for the nation. Over the past 20 years, Madhya Pradesh has transformed from a previously ailing state into a strong, prosperous, and self-reliant state. He reminisced about the days before 2003 when Madhya Pradesh lacked essential amenities like electricity, water, and roads.
Acknowledging Shivraj’s Development
The Prime Minister also commended Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s dedicated efforts and the tireless work of the BJP government over the last 20 years. As a result, Madhya Pradesh has become one of the top 10 economies in the country. During these two decades, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and the BJP government’s unwavering dedication have led to significant achievements, including the construction of over 5 lakh kilometers of roads, a growth rate of more than 16%, water supply to over 65 lakh homes, and the production of 28,000 megawatts of energy.
Lifting Over 136 Million People Out of Poverty
The Prime Minister’s letter emphasized that these 20 years represent not just development but also trust. The BJP government has implemented countless schemes for the welfare of the underprivileged in Madhya Pradesh, leading to over 136 million people being lifted out of poverty. Today, Madhya Pradesh’s farmers, Dalits, tribals, and youth are experiencing better conditions due to various welfare schemes. They are witnessing a promising future ahead. The Prime Minister stated that in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the people showed their immense support and love, leading to the BJP’s unprecedented victory. He expressed full confidence that in the upcoming Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly elections, the people will once again extend their direct support to him and, with unwavering trust in the BJP, form a double-engine government.
Nostalgia for the Past
The Prime Minister also invoked memories of the past. He wrote that before 2014, due to the stepmotherly treatment of the Congress-led Central government, the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh faced numerous challenges in the areas of public welfare and development. Today, the entire nation testifies that, after the BJP government came to power at the Center in 2014, a new dimension of capability has expanded within Madhya Pradesh. Together, they have illuminated a brighter future for Madhya Pradesh, where the state is progressing with the help of various welfare programs for farmers, Dalits, tribals, and youth. Madhya Pradesh has preserved its glorious history. It is a testament to your relentless efforts and the strength of the double-engine government that Madhya Pradesh is rapidly advancing to become one of the top three economies in India.
