Aiyar's jibe at PM is desperate effort to remain relevant by courting controversy, says Vijayendra
In a social media post, BJP State president B.Y. Vijayendra said: 'Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar's recent remarks at the Mysuru Literature Festival, calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi the worst-ever Prime Minister is nothing more than a desperate attempt to remain relevant by courting controversy.'
He said such baseless and fact-free assertions do not befit someone who has spent decades in public life. 'Rather than outrage, I feel only amused at Mr. Aiyar's futile attempt to rewrite political reality. Calling Prime Minister Modi the worst-ever PM is not just laughable, it is an insult to the democratic wisdom of crores of Indians who have, time and again, placed their faith in his leadership, inspired by his performance, vision and unwavering commitment to national development. Under his leadership, India has entered a new era of governance marked by rapid infrastructure growth, digital transformation, effective welfare delivery, and a confident, respected voice on the global stage,' he said.
Mr. Aiyar's comments reflect more of his personal bitterness than any serious political analysis, Mr. Vijayendra said. 'These statements, steeped in elitist condescension and political irrelevance, only serve as a reminder of why the people of India continue to reject the Congress election after election,' he said.
He maintained that: 'Mr. Modi is not just the most popular Prime Minister India has witnessed, he is also the most trusted - both within and beyond our borders.'
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