Karnataka polls: 'BJP's manifesto has roadmap to make state no. 1', says PM Modi in Chitradurga

The PM addressed a public meeting in Chitradurga and said that the BJP is Karnataka's preferred party.

Updated on: May 2, 2023, 12:42:56 IST

By Yamini C S

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed a public gathering in Karnataka's Chitradurga ahead of the crucial assembly election in the state and said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is aiming to make the state number one in the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a public gathering in Karnataka's Chitradurga on Tuesday.

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“The BJP's election manifesto has a roadmap to make Karnataka the number one state in the country. It has a blueprint for the modern infrastructure, and has a focus on the empowerment of women and youth. We have to make Karnataka the driving force of a developed India, and for that we need to have a double-engine government," PM Modi said.

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The PM gathered a large crowd in Chitradurga and said that the BJP is Karnataka's preferred party and that the Congress can never compete with its developmental works. He also attacked both Congress and regional party, the Janata Dal (Secular).

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“People of Karnataka should be alert about the Congress and JD(S), both are 'pariwaarwadis', support corruption and indulge in divisive politics,” he said. “The Congress questioned our own army when we released information about the surgical strike and airstrike. Remember that Congress has always supported terrorism,” he added.

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The PM also tried his hands on a traditional instrument in Chitradurga. The saffron party released its poll manifesto for the state on Monday, promising three free gas cylinders and 500 ml milk daily for BPL (Below Poverty Line) cardholders, among other guarantees.

Other prominent leaders including union home minister Amit Shah are in the state for campaigns and rallies. Karnataka is set to vote next Wednesday, while counting is scheduled on May 13.

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Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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