PM Modi Unleashes Scathing Critique: Congress's Legacy of Abandoned Development vs. Our Commitment to the Northeast

In a powerful address from Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Congress party, accusing them of a long-standing "inherent habit" of abandoning crucial development projects that prove challenging. Speaking at a ceremony where he unveiled projects worth approximately Rs 4,000 crore, including the strategic Sela Tunnel and the ambitious 'Vibrant Villages Programme', PM Modi contrasted his government's commitment to completion with what he described as the Congress's legacy of neglect.

"It has been the inherent habit of the Congress party to abandon any development work that is difficult," PM Modi declared, directly criticizing the opposition.

He elaborated on this by stating that the Congress had a pattern of "losing interest" in projects once their foundation stones were laid, leading to decades of stagnation. Modi highlighted how vital infrastructure initiatives, conceptualized long ago, languished without significant progress until his government took the reins.

He cited the transformative Sela Tunnel and the Donyi Polo Airport as prime examples of projects that finally gained momentum and were brought to fruition under his administration, demonstrating a stark contrast in governance philosophy.

The Prime Minister didn't hold back in his criticism of the Congress's approach to the Northeast, accusing them of treating the region merely as a "political ATM" – a source for votes and resources without genuine investment in its future.

He alleged that this approach fostered a deep "disconnect" between the central government and the people of the Northeast. In contrast, Modi asserted that his government has adopted a "sincere approach" to fundamentally transform the region, moving away from symbolic gestures towards tangible development.

Underlining this commitment, PM Modi detailed the unprecedented focus on Northeast India.

He pointed to a significant increase in budget allocations, unprecedented rail connectivity, and a network of new road projects that are rapidly integrating the region with the rest of the country. The 'Vibrant Villages Programme', a flagship initiative inaugurated by the Prime Minister, aims to bolster border area development and stem outward migration, ensuring prosperity even in the most remote areas.

Modi emphasized that unlike previous governments where projects were often announced for short-term political gains, his administration is dedicated to completing every initiative it undertakes, ensuring the benefits reach the common people.

The Prime Minister concluded by reiterating his government's unwavering resolve to ensure peace, enhance security, and unlock the immense tourism potential of Arunachal Pradesh and the broader Northeast.

His message was clear: a new era of proactive development and sustained growth has dawned for a region once overshadowed by neglect, spearheaded by a government committed to overcoming challenges and delivering on its promises.