India’s Democracy Silences Critics as Modi Secures Third Term

The recent general elections in India, leading to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term, have silenced critics of the country's democracy. In his first major international speech, Cabinet Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the transformative economic growth driven by public investments and policy reforms.


PTI | London | Updated: 24-06-2024 20:16 IST | Created: 24-06-2024 20:16 IST
India’s Democracy Silences Critics as Modi Secures Third Term
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India's recent general elections, which saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi secure a third term, have quelled critics of the nation's democratic fabric. Speaking at the annual India Global Forum in London, Cabinet Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasized the nation's trust in Modi's leadership and extensive policy reforms.

Vaishnaw, holding the portfolios of Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, attributed India's transformative economic growth to increased public investments in social, physical, and digital infrastructure. He also noted the focus on inclusive growth, manufacturing sector development, and legislative simplification.

The minister asserted, "After six decades, a government has been repeated for the third time; this reflects the immense confidence the people of India have in Prime Minister Modi and NDA policies." He described the resiliency of India's democracy, citing strong institutions and public trust in the ongoing positive changes.

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