Uttarakhand Set for BJPs Third Term, Claims Minister Dhans Singh Rawat
Dhans Singh Rawat asserts BJP will win in Uttarakhand, highlighting development and party loyalty during his Mumbai visit.
Mumbai, November 14 (Daily Kiran) : Uttarakhand’s Education and Cooperation Minister Dhans Singh Rawat is currently in Mumbai, where he expressed confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will secure a third consecutive term in the state.
During discussions, Rawat highlighted his role as the Cooperation Minister and mentioned attending two meetings related to the cooperative sector in Maharashtra. He noted the historical significance of the cooperative movement in the state, which has gained momentum since the establishment of a separate Ministry of Cooperation by the Prime Minister.
Rawat emphasized the collaborative efforts between Maharashtra and Uttarakhand, particularly in branding the region’s coarse grains to boost farmers’ incomes. He stated, “We held a meeting to discuss how we can work together on this initiative.”
As the state approaches elections, Rawat underscored Uttarakhand’s identity as a mountainous region. He recalled how former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee established Uttarakhand in 2000, asserting that the state’s residents are patriotic and tend to support the BJP. He pointed out the significant improvements in rail, air, and road connectivity under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, which has made travel to religious sites like Badrinath much easier.
He further mentioned ongoing developments in Kedarnath, including the initiation of a ropeway project and the completion of 80% of the railway line to Karnaprayag. Rawat declared that this election would focus on development, noting the strong affection the people of Uttarakhand have for the Prime Minister.
Responding to Congress leader Harish Rawat, he remarked that Congress leaders only visit Uttarakhand during election season, contrasting this with the Prime Minister’s frequent visits, which he claimed bring benefits to the state. He accused Congress of engaging in rhetoric rather than genuine development.
Regarding law and order in Uttarakhand, Rawat asserted that crime rates have decreased significantly since the BJP took power, attributing this to effective governance. He noted that while crime was rampant under the Congress government, the current administration has fostered peace and prosperity.
Rawat concluded that the BJP is poised to win even more seats than in the previous election, reinforcing his belief in the party’s commitment to development and progress in Uttarakhand.
