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PM Modi's Sharp Attack: How Congress Neglect Weakened Northeast Security

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong critique against the Congress party during an event in Guwahati. He accused previous Congress governments of neglecting the Northeast for decades, which he claimed weakened national security. Modi specifically pointed to Assam, alleging that Congress allowed illegal infiltration that created lasting demographic and security issues. He contrasted this with the current BJP government's efforts to secure borders and develop the region's infrastructure.

Key Points: PM Modi Accuses Congress of Neglecting Northeast for Decades

  • PM Modi accused Congress of policy paralysis that hurt Northeast development for decades
  • He linked Congress-era governance to illegal infiltration creating security challenges in Assam
  • Modi asserted the BJP is working to make Assam infiltration-free through lawful measures
  • He defended the Election Commission's voter list revision as a constitutional exercise for fair polls
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Congress failed Northeast for decades, weakened security: PM Modi

PM Modi slams Congress for decades of neglect in the Northeast, linking policy failures to national security and illegal infiltration in Assam.

"The region had long suffered due to policy paralysis and a lack of political will under previous Congress-led governments. - Prime Minister Narendra Modi"

Guwahati, Dec 20

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Congress, accusing the party of neglecting the development of the Northeast for decades, a failure he said had serious implications for national security.

Speaking after inaugurating the new terminal building at the Guwahati airport, the Prime Minister said the region had long suffered due to policy paralysis and a lack of political will under previous Congress-led governments.

Referring specifically to Assam, PM Modi alleged that Congress-era governance allowed large-scale illegal infiltration to take root, creating demographic and security challenges that continue to affect the state.

He said successive Congress governments failed to act decisively, prioritising vote-bank politics over the protection of borders and the interests of indigenous communities.

The Prime Minister asserted that the BJP-led government is now working with full commitment to make Assam infiltration-free through lawful and transparent measures.

However, he claimed that Congress and its allies were attempting to obstruct these efforts by defending infiltrators and questioning actions taken to secure the state and the nation.

PM Modi also defended the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, describing it as a constitutional exercise aimed at ensuring free and fair elections.

He said the Congress' discomfort with the process had become evident as illegal infiltrators were being identified and removed from voter lists, forcing many to leave the country.

The Prime Minister maintained that safeguarding democracy and national security cannot be compromised for political convenience, adding that people in the Northeast are now witnessing a decisive shift in governance and development under the BJP-led dispensation.

Earlier in the day, PM Modi inaugurated the new terminal building of the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati, marking a major milestone in Assam’s aviation infrastructure.

The Prime Minister was accompanied by Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during the inauguration.

Designed to handle an annual passenger capacity of 13.1 million, the state-of-the-art terminal is expected to significantly enhance air connectivity in the Northeast while setting new benchmarks in sustainability and technology-driven airport operations in the country.

The terminal incorporates modern facilities, improved passenger amenities and eco-friendly features aimed at ensuring seamless travel experiences.

The project forms part of the Centre's broader push to strengthen infrastructure and improve regional connectivity under its aviation expansion plans.

Prime Minister Modi said the new terminal building would provide a significant boost to Assam’s infrastructure and economic growth.

He added that improved aviation facilities would play a crucial role in promoting tourism, trade and investment in the region, while further integrating the Northeast with the rest of the country.

- IANS

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Priya S
While infrastructure development is welcome, the language around "infiltrators" is very divisive. Many genuine citizens in Assam live in fear of being targeted. Security is important, but so is protecting people's rights.
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Suresh O
As someone from Guwahati, I can see the change. Roads, bridges, and now this world-class airport. The previous governments only remembered us during elections. At least now there is visible progress.
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Rohit P
The issue of illegal immigration is a serious national security threat, especially for a border state like Assam. Cleaning the voter lists is a necessary step, no matter who complains. Country comes first.
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Michael C
Interesting to read this perspective. The infrastructure push is impressive and will surely help the local economy. However, the political rhetoric seems quite strong. Hope the development benefits reach all communities equally.
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Kavya N
It's easy to blame previous governments. But what about the promises made to the indigenous communities of Assam regarding protection of land and culture? Development is good, but not at the cost of our identity. Need more clarity on that front.

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