Opposition Bloc and Prime Minister Modi Kick Off Campaigns with Thousands Rallying in India’s Capital

The “Save Democracy” rally in New Delhi marked a significant display of opposition strength against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government. Leaders from various opposition parties gathered to address the crowd, criticizing the government’s alleged use of federal agencies to target and arrest their colleagues.

One of the key figures targeted was Arvind Kejriwal, the top elected official in New Delhi, who was arrested on bribery charges by the federal Enforcement Directorate. Kejriwal’s party, the Aam Aadmi Party, vehemently denied the accusations and vowed to continue fighting for justice.

The rally served as a platform for opposition leaders to voice their concerns about the state of democracy in India. Deepender Singh Hooda, a lawmaker from the Congress party, emphasized the importance of safeguarding the nation, constitution, and the rights of its citizens.

In response, Prime Minister Modi launched his campaign for a third term, highlighting his government’s efforts to combat corruption. He accused the opposition of protecting the corrupt and reiterated his commitment to eradicating corruption from the political system.

The BJP, Modi’s party, denied any wrongdoing and maintained that law enforcement agencies operate independently. The political tensions between the ruling party and the opposition have set the stage for a highly contested election scheduled to begin on April 19.

As the country gears up for the upcoming election, the battle for democracy and transparency in governance continues to be a central theme in the political discourse in India.