The relationship between prime minister Narendra Modi and andhra pradesh chief minister jagan mohan reddy has sparked debate, with observers questioning whether there is more to their association beyond their roles as heads of their respective governments. During the recent political heat of the elections, both leaders refrained from directly criticizing each other, leading to speculation about the nature of their bond.
Despite being opponents in the political arena, jagan did not overtly criticize Modi or the bjp during his campaign, despite their alliance with his opponents. Similarly, when Modi campaigned for the tdp alliance, he refrained from targeting jagan directly, opting instead to focus on broader issues.
Observers note that Modi's typically sharp critiques were absent when it came to jagan, despite ongoing legal battles over allegations of disproportionate assets and the mysterious death of Jagan's associate, Viveka. Conversely, Jagan's campaign speeches primarily targeted his political rival, Chandrababu Naidu, with minimal mention of Modi or the BJP's governance.
Critics point out that despite the BJP's unfulfilled promises to ap, such as the failure to grant special status or complete infrastructure projects like the polavaram dam, jagan did not directly criticize the Modi government. Similarly, Modi did not address Jagan's tenure as chief minister or the YSRCP's governance during his campaign speeches.
Speculation abounds regarding the reasons behind this apparent lack of criticism between the two leaders, with some suggesting hidden agreements or alliances. However, others argue that Jagan's silence may stem from a lack of significant support for the bjp in ap, while Modi's restraint could be strategic to secure remaining seats in the state.
Amidst these speculations, observers note that Modi's political adversaries have faced legal challenges and arrests, raising concerns about potential repercussions for those who oppose him. With the bjp poised to return to power at the centre, Jagan's decision to refrain from criticizing Modi further fuels speculation about underlying political dynamics.
In essence, the absence of overt criticism between Modi and jagan during their respective election campaigns has left many pondering the true nature of their relationship and the political calculations at play behind the scenes.