Updated On: 28 May, 2024 07:52 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande
Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that Article 370, which was revoked in August 2019, was not a priority for the people of Kashmir or the nation as a whole, but rather an agenda pushed by a select few families for their benefit. Pics/ Agencies & X

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Modi highlighted a sense of increased unity in Jammu and Kashmir following the removal of Article 370, leading to greater participation in elections and a boost in tourism.
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The Prime Minister defended the government`s decisions, stating that measures such as internet shutdowns were taken for the greater good, despite facing legal challenges.

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Modi praised the enthusiastic participation of voters in the Lok Sabha elections, seeing it as an affirmation of citizens` dedication to the Indian Constitution and national values.
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Modi addressed the frequent personal attacks by opposition parties, asserting that he has become resilient to such criticism over his 24-year political career.

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Despite enduring years of verbal abuse, Modi claimed to have developed a tolerance for personal attacks, suggesting that opposition parties have resorted to abuse as a coping mechanism for their frustration.
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The Prime Minister rejected accusations of using probe agencies for political suppression, emphasizing his government`s commitment to zero-tolerance towards corruption.

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Modi challenged the opposition to provide evidence to support their allegations of interference in the functioning of probe agencies, suggesting that baseless accusations are being used for political gain.
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Asserting that the government does not interfere in the work of probe agencies, Modi called for a closer examination of the opposition`s claims.

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Responding to Arvind Kejriwal`s allegation about his influence over judicial matters, Modi urged political opponents to familiarize themselves with the Constitution and the country`s laws before making such claims.
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