Chennai, Jan 27: Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan, while participating in the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Madurai, expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) prospects in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Tamil Nadu. Chauhan boldly declared that the BJP is poised to win more than 25 seats, citing dissatisfaction among the people with the ruling DMK and AIADMK.Chauhan emphasized the alleged corruption within the Stalin government, labeling it as the most corrupt in India. He pointed to a minister in jail and another on bail, accusing the government of contributing to the breakdown of families through the sale of liquor and various scams. According to Chauhan, people are turning to the BJP as a credible alternative.
Asserting the BJP’s growth in the southern region, Chauhan highlighted the party’s effective presence in Karnataka, increased votes in Telangana, and the presence of four MLAs in Tamil Nadu. He expressed confidence in the party’s ability to resonate with the electorate in Tamil Nadu, signaling a significant shift in political dynamics.
Chauhan also criticized Udayanidhi Stalin for his statements allegedly linking Sanatan (eternal well-being) to diseases like dengue and malaria. He urged the Congress, part of the INDIA alliance, to clarify its stance on such remarks, emphasizing that disrespect towards Sanatan is equivalent to an insult to India itself.
Highlighting the financial support from the Narendra Modi-led BJP government, Chauhan stated that Tamil Nadu has received Rs 2.47 lakh crore in the last nine years, showcasing the central government’s commitment to the state’s development.