Modiji’s Equanimity in the Midst of the Compulsions of Indian Politics

The compulsions of politics often prevent a leader to take certain decisions that may not be popular but may definitely be in the public interest. However, this remains the crux of the matter. Leaders emerge or are elected from within their party to precisely serve and protect the public interest. Leaders who pursue this path relentlessly unmindful of their personal popularity or their social media ratings are most likely to be remembered in history as torch bearers for change and good governance.

Politics indeed is a cruel and merciless vocation for often times you cannot distinguish a friend from a foe within your inner coterie of the party or even from amongst those who profess undying allegiance and loyalty to the leader. This is the nature of politics and power. It bestows on the beholder unlimited power (to be wielded for the good of the public), fame, affection, respect and importance. But the hallmark of a true leader is that he should not get carried away by such trappings.

Hon'ble PM Modiji typifies a rather new generation of leaders who despite being heaped with praise, adulation, awards (the latest being having the distinguished honour of the world’s largest followers on social media handle Instagram), he maintains equanimity, sobrierity, humility, and level-headedness which would corrupt and intoxicate a lesser mortal. Hon'ble PM Modiji’s multifaceted strengths are his solid confidence in himself, leading from the front, ability in putting the right people in the right positions, and a tilt towards moderate Hindutva.

This tilt towards moderate Hindutva is the single most important factor that can possibly propel BJP and Modiji to power in 2019 elections as well. We want a strong and dynamic Hindu society which values its core values and customs but we certainly don’t want to persecute or annihilate people professing other religions. We want a Hindu society where every Hindu takes pride in being one, has a healthy and good self esteem and self respect but at the same time is also tolerant and accepts people from other religions.

As a leader of all Indians, irrespective of caste, creed, religion, region, Hon'ble PM Modiji must take this lead from the front. He must not shy away from articulating what he believes is right, must put his foot down whenever there is wrongdoing by the majority on the minority, must reassure the troubled minority population that they will be protected and their customs and interests will be safeguarded. He must work toward providing the minorities adequate opportunities and support in terms of wealth and material.

Let’s dwell into history for a short while. As a nation, India has offered respite, succour and shelter to people suffering religious persecution from all over the world. This is the essence of India and this is what Hon'ble PM Modiji believes in his deepest heart. Modiji is a humble person of many sterling  and qualitative abilities. That is why you will see very soon see that he regulates and monitors cow vigilantism, ghar vapasi, Ram Mandir issue, unbiased secularism, protecting religious minorities, while at the same time protecting and safeguarding the interests of the Hindu majority.