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Madhya Pradesh's 70-Year Journey: Why BJP's 20-Year Rule Failed Development

Jitu Patwari questioned Madhya Pradesh's development progress on its 70th Foundation Day. He highlighted how 20 years of BJP rule failed to make the state fully developed. The Congress leader pointed to alarming statistics including Rs 4.64 lakh crore state debt and high unemployment. Patwari also criticized the government's handling of tribal rights and farmer welfare issues.

Key Points: Jitu Patwari Slams BJP's 20-Year MP Development Record

  • State debt reaches Rs 4.64 lakh crore after 20 BJP years
  • 70% youth unemployment crisis grips Madhya Pradesh
  • Fresh Rs 5,200 crore loan marks 20th state borrowing
  • Highest tribal atrocity cases recorded in MP per NCRB data
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BJP's 20-year rule failed to make Madhya Pradesh a developed state, says Jitu Patwari on 70th Foundation Day

Congress leader Jitu Patwari criticizes BJP's 20-year governance on MP's 70th Foundation Day, highlighting rising debt, unemployment, and farmer suicides.

"Where we are at present and where we are supposed to be after 70 years - Jitu Patwari"

Bhopal, Nov 1

As Madhya Pradesh on Saturday celebrated its 70th Foundation Day, State Congress President Jitu Patwari on this occasion, pointed towards crucial issues, including mounting debt, unemployment, rising crimes against farmers and people belonging to the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (ST) community.

Former Minister Patwari, who lost the 2023 state Assembly election from Indore's Rau Assembly constituency, however, was elevated as the State Congress Chief after the Congress lost the polls under the then Chief Minister Kamal Nath's leadership, on Saturday, alleged that 20 years of the BJP government failed in making the state fully developed.

"Today, when Madhya Pradesh is celebrating its 70th Foundation Day, we also need to have two important questions on our mind. One that, where we are at present and where we are supposed be after 70 years," he said in statement, adding that, "70 per cent youths in the state are employed."

The Congress leader reiterated claims on growing debt on Madhya Pradesh, alleging that the 20 years of the BJP government has pushed the state's total debt burden to Rs 4.64 lakh crore, and on the other hand, farmers are dying by suicide due to bank loans.

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav-led BJP government in the state has borrowed a fresh loan, this time to the tune of Rs 5,200 crore.

This fresh borrowing marks the 20th loan taken by the state government since coming to power and will push the state's total debt burden to Rs 4.64 lakh crore.

The last loan of Rs 3,000 crore was taken on October 1, just before Dussehra.

Official sources said the new loan will be taken in two instalments -- Rs 2,700 crore in the first phase and Rs 2,500 crore in the second.

The funds, officials say, are being raised to meet payments related to Madhya Pradesh's Foundation Day celebrations, Ladli Behna Yojana installments, and other welfare and community development schemes.

On this occasion, the State Congress Chief also targeted the BJP-led state government on atrocities against the tribals, saying that Madhya Pradesh has the largest number of tribals and the NCRB's data also revealed that the state reported highest number cases of atrocities against the tribals and Dalits across the country.

According to the NCRB's fresh data, a total of 2,858 cases of crimes against STs were registered in Madhya Pradesh in 2023, compared to 2,979 in 2022.

- IANS

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Priya S
The tribal and Dalit protection issue is deeply concerning. 2,858 cases in 2023? This shows we're failing our most vulnerable communities. Development means nothing if basic safety isn't ensured for all citizens. 😔
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Arjun K
While I respect Patwari ji's concerns, he should also acknowledge the progress made. MP has come a long way in 20 years - better roads, electricity, and women's welfare schemes like Ladli Behna. Opposition criticism is necessary but should be balanced.
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Sarah B
The unemployment figure of 70% youth being employed seems contradictory to ground reality. Most of my college friends are still struggling to find decent jobs. Are these numbers accurate or just political rhetoric?
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Meera T
Farmer suicides due to bank loans break my heart. My own uncle in Malwa region faced similar issues. When will our governments understand that agricultural distress needs immediate attention, not just loan waivers before elections?
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Vikram M
Taking 20 loans in such a short time is alarming! Where is all this money going? We deserve transparency. Foundation Day celebrations shouldn't require crores when basic services need improvement. 🧐

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