Modi's 12-Year Tenure: Praise and Criticism

Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat critiques the Modi government for allegedly focusing on publicity over governance during its 12-year tenure. Bhagat contrasts this with the BJP's claims of historic legislative achievements, sparking debate over the administration's impact and effectiveness in addressing key national issues.

In a pointed critique, Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat accused the Narendra Modi-led government of prioritizing publicity over governance throughout its 12-year tenure. He likened the administration to a famous dialogue from the film 'Anand,' suggesting it is more concerned with image than substantial achievements.

Bhagat's remarks came amidst BJP's celebration of Prime Minister Modi surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru's record for the longest continuous service as a democratically elected leader. The Congress MP argued that despite the administration’s lengthy tenure, critical issues such as inflation, employment, and foreign policy remain unaddressed, tanda as a marker of failure.

On the contrary, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the BJP, underscoring historic legislative accomplishments. Rijiju cited the abrogation of Article 370, GST implementation, and various legal reforms as milestones strengthening India's democracy. The juxtaposition of these narratives highlights a significant political debate over the impact of Modi's leadership.