"Beneath the Veil of BJP's 'Chaukidhar' - By Nisser Dias

Promises have a way of vanishing like mist in the dawn. Narendra Modi, India's Prime Minister, spun a web of deceit, luring citizens with false assurances: "Rs.15 lakhs in every Indian's account," "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas," "Acche Din Aane Wale Hai," and the infamous "Mai desh ka chaukidhar hoo." Now, in 2024, he offers "Modi ki guarantee." But where are the riches promised? Where is the prosperity for all? Instead of fulfilling pledges, Modi flaunts opulence, draped in designer attire, adorned with luxury watches, jet-setting across the globe while the common man languishes. Rahul Gandhi aptly dubbed him the 'suit, boot sarkar.' Meanwhile, the plight of the poor worsens, unemployment skyrockets, farmers perish, small businesses shutter, and inflation soars as the rupee plummets. Modi's mastery lies not in governance but in the art of rhetoric, crafting catchy slogans that belie reality. "Make in India," 'Aatmanirbhar,' 'Vocal for Local' - all empty phrases lacking substance. Actions, not words, drive change. Yet, Modi's ambition knows no bounds. Corruption festers as he clings to power, using the state machinery to silence dissent and crush opposition. Under his watch, the BJP devours crores through illicit schemes like the 'Electoral Bond Scheme,' exposing the rot at the core of governance. Despite lofty proclamations, Modi's reign reeks of authoritarianism. Dissenting voices are muzzled, opposition leaders are silenced through intimidation and imprisonment. The 'Chaukidar' stands accused, his facade of integrity shattered as allegations of corruption swirl. The 'double engine' BJP government, elected to eradicate corruption, has become its epitome. The Electoral Bond Scheme, deemed illegal by the Supreme Court, bears Modi's imprint, tarnishing his legacy irreparably. Yet, Modi remains unfazed, manipulating the system to his advantage. By stifling opposition, manipulating electoral processes, and wielding investigative agencies as weapons, he seeks to prolong his grip on power. But power gained through coercion breeds resentment, not loyalty. To salvage his tarnished image, Modi must restore faith in democracy. Freezing opposition accounts, imprisoning dissenters, and tampering with electoral mechanisms only erode public trust further. A true leader embraces transparency, fostering an environment where every voice matters. In Modi's India, democracy hangs by a thread, suffocated by authoritarianism. The spectre of an undeclared emergency looms large, dissent crushed, and freedoms curtailed. History warns us - that dictators meet their downfall. Hitler perished in shame, Saddam Hussein met his end in disgrace. Will Modi heed the lessons of history, or meet a similar fate? In conclusion, India under Narendra Modi teeters on the brink of tyranny. The time to reclaim our democracy is now before it slips away entirely."