In Indian politics if there is anyone most practical, pragmatic and dedicated to the motherland India it is Mr. Modi. The shock of Delhi election results may prove to be a blessing in disguise for him. He has enough time to assess the situation and take right measures to turn defeat into victory for the good of India.
Within a short time he has made an excellent start especially in foreign affairs by establishing very good relations with neighbouring states, Russia, Australia, America and now Sri Lanka. In his second visit President Obama has confirmed America’s support for India’s case for a permanent seat in the UN Security Council.
Mr Modi is also taking steps to modernise and strengthen Indian defence. These are mainly long term projects. They hardly make any impact on the lives of ordinary people.
The most important things are national unity, employment creation and raising living standard. Security of a country is better assured if there is unity among all Indians and communal harmony.
Mr Modi, by his own example, can help raise personal, societal and national conscience. It will help reduce corruption, possibly eliminate it. He can create viable employment taking short term and long term national projects as he did in Gujarat. He should utilise expertise of business community and industrialists to create employment, for Govt. alone cannot do everything.
Jatindra Saha
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