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Kerala Locals Excited for PM Modi's Palakkad Rally Ahead of Assembly Polls

Locals in Palakkad, Kerala, have expressed strong excitement and high expectations ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's campaign visit. They praised Modi for working at the ground level and differentiated him as a leader for all of India, not just the BJP. Many voiced criticism of the incumbent LDF and UDF governments, expressing confidence in a strong BJP performance in the upcoming Assembly polls. Supporters gathered at the venue, with security tightened for the Prime Minister's rally and roadshow.

Key Points: Kerala Locals Praise PM Modi Ahead of Palakkad Rally

  • High local excitement for Modi's visit
  • Praise for PM's ground-level work
  • Criticism of LDF and UDF governance
  • Confidence in BJP's poll prospects
  • Security heightened for rally
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PM Modi working for people at ground level, excited for his visit, say locals in Kerala's Palakkad

Locals in Palakkad express excitement for PM Modi's visit, citing his ground-level work and high expectations for BJP in Kerala polls.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi is different because he is working at the ground level for people. - Local resident to IANS"

Thiruvananthapuram, March 29

Locals in Kerala's Palakkad on Sunday expressed their excitement ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the city, ahead of the Assembly polls scheduled for April 9.

PM Modi is set to campaign in poll-bound Kerala, where he will address a rally and take part in a roadshow.

Speaking to IANS, a local said, "Prime Minister Narendra Modi is different because he is working at the ground level for people. There is no difference. Because he is not just BJP's leader but of entire India."

"We have a lot of expectations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi; he can do everything for Kerala. LDF and UDF governments did not do anything for the people in Kerala," he added.

Another local, who identified himself as Ramesh, said, "We are very excited to see PM Modi. We are assured of the BJP's victory here in Palakkad and Kerala."

About BJP's prospects in the upcoming polls, a local present outside the venue of the programme, told IANS, "It will reflect a good number (in the result of the Assembly polls). BJP is coming across as the strongest party in Kerala."

"Our Prime Minister is motivating all the people in Kerala. Youth of Kerala is also supporting the BJP and PM Modi," he said.

On PM Modi's public meeting in the state, the local said, "He (PM Modi) will address all recent issues (in today's public meeting)."

Supporters, young and old alike, waited for the Prime Minister's arrival at the venue, designated for the public meeting.

A woman who was seated at the venue also expressed her excitement to see PM Modi.

"We are really happy that PM Modi is coming to Palakkad and can't wait to see him," she told IANS.

As a crowd of people entered the venue, slogans of "Bharat Mata ki Jai" were raised by supporters inside.

Meanwhile, security was beefed up around the premises.

Notably, PM Modi, in a post on social media ahead of his visit to Kerala, said, "Looking forward to being among the people of Keralam later today. Will address a rally in Palakkad and later will take part in a roadshow in Thrissur. The mood of Keralam is in favour of the NDA. The people have had enough of the poor governance of LDF and UDF."

- IANS

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Priya S
As someone from Kerala, I have to respectfully disagree with the locals quoted. The LDF government has done significant work in education and healthcare. While PM Modi's visit generates buzz, the ground reality of governance here is different. The claims of "poor governance" need more scrutiny.
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Rohit P
The energy is palpable! 🇮🇳 Whether you support BJP or not, you have to admit that Modi ji connects with the public like no other. His roadshows are always electric. Hope he addresses the specific issues faced by Keralites, like the need for more central projects.
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Anjali F
Excited for the roadshow! My family in Thrissur is going. It's a historic moment for BJP in Kerala. The youth are indeed looking for change and new opportunities beyond the traditional political binary.
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Michael C
Interesting to see this perspective from Kerala. International media often portrays it as a leftist stronghold. If the PM's development message is resonating there, it speaks to a possible national shift in political discourse. Security must be top priority for such events.
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Karthik V
"He can do everything for Kerala" – this expectation is unrealistic. No single leader or party can solve decades of complex issues overnight. Hope the rally focuses on concrete plans and not just rhetoric. The state needs collaboration between center and state, not confrontation.

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