Voices from India: Charting the 2019 Election Vote Choices and Impressing Leadership

Introduction

The 2019 Indian general election was a pivotal moment in the nation's political history, with millions of voters casting their ballots in one of the largest democratic exercises globally. While the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged as the clear winner, the personal endorsement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi played a significant role in solidifying the party's dominance.

Amidst political debates and socio-economic challenges, one voter eloquently expresses his reasons for supporting the BJP and Narendra Modi. This article explores the underlying reasons behind this choice and how it reflects broader sentiments in the election.

The BJP and Narendra Modi: A Personal Endorsement

While the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is a prominent political party, many voters have a personal connection with its leader, Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a heartfelt statement, a voter candidly shares his experience:

While BJP of course, my vote was to Mr. Narendra Modi ji, and not the party. It wasn’t just about BJP, but about the man himself. Mr. Modi, with his strong credentials as a Hindu leader, resonated deeply with me.

He further elaborates, 'To be frank enough, it was to Mr. Narendra Modi ji and not BJP because he was the "poster boy" of BJP. So far as his personal integrity and honesty are concerned, he is above board. Even those like Rahul Gandhi couldn't challenge it. He could only say, "Modi helped Anil Ambani in the Rafel case."

Modi's Leadership and Nationalistic Approach

The statement highlights the immense trust and confidence that voters place in Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The assertion that

he tamed all the 'sharks' in the BJP during his last five years as PM

indicates his ability to manage and control the party's internal dynamics effectively. Additionally, the emphasis on his

clean slate of NDA Government concerning corruption and strong nationalistic approach

demonstrates a clear anti-corruption stance and a profound sense of patriotism.

Moreover, the voter's admiration for Modi's

easy acceptance with noted world leaders and his die-hard spirit to take the nation forward

reveals his respect for Modi's diplomatic acumen and his national leadership qualities.

Comparisons and Legacy

By drawing parallels to Lee Kuan Yew, the founding Prime Minister of Singapore from 1959 to 1990, the voter underscores the transformative impact of both leaders:

Lee Kuan Yew, leader of the People's Action Party, took Singapore from a lawless and corrupt state to a model nation. Similarly, despite India's size and complexity, Modi's leadership has brought about significant reforms and improvements.

The voter further explains:

Before the 1980s, Singapore was no better than our own conditions before 2014. Corruption was rampant, law and order were in a shambles, and nepotism was at its peak. But this man single-handedly controlled it all and gave Singapore a new world image.

Attributing praise to Modi, the voter concludes:

The way Mr. Narendra Modi has taken the nation forward in the last five years gives me great hope. In the present political scenario, Mr. Modi is invincible.

While acknowledging the challenges of a large and diverse country, the voter remains optimistic about the future under Modi's leadership.