Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away at 92, leaving behind a strong legacy in Indian politics. Before his death, he criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s election campaign for using hate speech and damaging the integrity of the Prime Minister’s office. In a letter released on May 30, Singh stated, “Modi ji has used hurtful and harmful words that divide us.” He also denied claims that he ever favored one community over another, saying that dividing people is something only the BJP does.
Singh pointed out the problems with the Agnipath scheme, a new military recruitment program started by the Modi government. He believed that the four-year term of service would discourage young people from joining the armed forces, which could put national security at risk. Sing urged that the Congress Party would work to get rid of the Agnipath scheme.
On economic issues, Singh criticized the BJP’s handling of important policies like demonetization and the Goods and Services Tax (GST). He said these efforts, along with failures during the COVID-19 pandemic, have resulted in poor economic growth. He noted that while Congress aimed for a GDP growth of about 8% during its time in power, the BJP has seen it drop to under 6%. Singh also pointed out that ordinary people’s savings have dipped to a historic low and rural wages have decreased, causing stress in many households.
Singh expressed his strong views on how the BJP treated Punjab and its farmers, especially during the recent protests. He said around 750 farmers, mostly from Punjab, died during these protests and accused the Prime Minister of making harsh remarks against them in Parliament. Singh felt the BJP has harshly criticized Punjab and its culture over the years.
In his final letter before the last phase of the elections on June 1, Singh appealed to the people of Punjab, urging them to vote for the Congress Party for a brighter and more democratic future.
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