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In preparation for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is urging Cabinet Ministers to actively engage with the public and communicate the government's accomplishments nationwide. Despite the positive momentum generated by the consecration of the Sri Ramjanmabhumi temple in Ayodhya, PM Modi remains pragmatic, cautioning ministers against complacency.
Reflecting on the BJP's experience in the 2004 elections, where a casual approach led to defeat, PM Modi emphasizes the need for sustained efforts. Notably, in 2004, the BJP, led by Atal Bihari Vajpayee, fell short as the Congress, under Sonia Gandhi, secured a majority with a UPA alliance, leading to a 10-year rule with Manmohan Singh as Prime Minister.
As the BJP eyes the 2024 elections, PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah are strategically working on alliances, such as the recent partnership with JD (U) in Bihar and positive interactions with BJD in Odisha. Despite the government's accomplishments in economic growth and global influence, the BJP recognizes the importance of mobilizing supporters through grassroots efforts, ensuring voter turnout. The Opposition aims to unite against the BJP, and the party is focusing on consolidating its strongholds and making inroads in challenging territories like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and West Bengal.