
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the office bearers during the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) two-day national council meet in New Delhi, articulated a bold ambition: winning 370 Lok Sabha seats in the upcoming election. He framed this electoral goal as a homage to the late Syama Prasad Mookerjee, highlighting his pivotal role in advocating for the annulment of Article 370.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee, a stalwart of the Indian political landscape, spearheaded the campaign against Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. This provision, a longstanding bone of contention, was eventually revoked through parliamentary action in 2019—a milestone celebrated by the BJP. Modi underscored the significance of Mookerjee’s legacy, positioning the attainment of 370 seats as a testament to his vision and sacrifice.
In his directive to party members, Modi emphasized the imperative of weaving the BJP’s Lok Sabha campaign around its pro-poor initiatives and the nation’s strides in development and global stature. He laid out a strategic imperative for the cadre: ensuring a minimum addition of 370 votes at each polling booth. Furthermore, he urged outreach efforts targeting first-time voters, emphasizing the transformative changes witnessed in India since 2014.
The Prime Minister cautioned against succumbing to negative campaign narratives orchestrated by the opposition, urging the party to steer clear of unnecessary distractions. Additionally, he underscored the BJP’s governance record, characterizing it as untainted by corruption or malpractice—a distinction that merits amplification in the public discourse.
Vinod Tawde, the BJP’s national general secretary, briefed the media on the PM’s directives. He underscored the party’s commitment to highlighting its corruption-free governance and development-oriented agenda. Tawde also outlined forthcoming initiatives, including a campaign to engage beneficiaries of central government schemes starting from February 25.
As part of its outreach strategy, the BJP plans to table resolutions for discussion and passage, focusing on themes such as “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India), “Modi Guarantee,” and the rallying cry of “Phir Ek Baar Modi Sarkar” (Once Again, Modi Government).
The BJP’s ambitious electoral target, framed as a tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s legacy, underscores the party’s determination to consolidate its mandate and reaffirm its commitment to transformative governance. With the elections looming on the horizon, the BJP appears poised to leverage its track record and ideological clarity to mobilize support and secure a resounding mandate.