Patna, July 11: Guru Prakash, the national spokesperson for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), recently shared his insights on several key issues, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign trips, the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, the Vande Mataram initiative, the Bankipur assembly by-election, Assam’s budget proposals, and decisions made by the Uttarakhand government.
In a conversation with a news agency, Prakash emphasized that Modi’s visits to countries like Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand are crucial for India’s foreign policy. He noted that the strategic importance of the Indian Ocean region is increasing amid current global circumstances, and India is working to strengthen its relationships with partner nations.
Discussing the situation in Jammu and Kashmir following the abrogation of Article 370, he stated that the region’s politics have shifted focus towards security, development, and prosperity. According to him, the central government’s initiatives have led to the establishment of prestigious institutions like IITs, AIIMS, and NITs, along with significant infrastructure projects. He asserted that those working in the interest of Jammu and Kashmir receive support from the local populace.
Responding to the Ministry of Home Affairs’ directives regarding Vande Mataram, Prakash remarked that the national song symbolizes the identity and respect of the nation. He emphasized that citizens have sung it since childhood, and national identity is paramount.
Regarding the Bankipur assembly by-election, he expressed confidence that the BJP continues to receive public support. He stated that the party has been serving the people of Bankipur for the past three decades and has consistently earned their blessings since the days of the Janata Party.
On Assam’s budget proposal, which suggests excluding individuals with multiple marriages from government jobs and welfare schemes, Prakash stated that this aligns with the spirit and priorities of the Constitution.
Supporting the Uttarakhand government’s decision to halt funding for madrasas, he mentioned that the Constitution does not endorse special benefits for any one religion, and it is the government’s duty to uphold constitutional provisions.
Commenting on Prime Minister Modi’s visit to New Zealand, BJP spokesperson Pratul Shahdev noted, “This marks a significant turning point in India-New Zealand relations, as no Indian Prime Minister has visited this country in the last 40 years. Modi rightly stated that there are longstanding historical ties between India and New Zealand.”
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