Adilabad, Telangana, March 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address at a public gathering in this bustling Telangana town on Monday ignited fervent cheers and sustained applause from a massive audience.
The Indira Priyadarshini Stadium crackled with energy as attendees cheered continuously throughout the Prime Minister’s nearly thirty-minute speech.
The venue buzzed with anticipation well before Narendra Modi’s arrival, with supporters flocking from both the town and surrounding villages in Adilabad district.
Many BJP supporters proudly displayed paintings depicting the Prime Minister, adding to the excitement in the air.
As PM Modi took to the stage for his address, chants of “Modi Modi” resonated across the stadium, reflecting the enthusiastic reception from the thousands gathered, including men and women from Adilabad, which shares its border with Maharashtra.
Responding to the thunderous applause, PM Modi waved to the crowd, acknowledging their warmth.
Local BJP leaders hailed the event as a significant morale booster for the party cadre ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, noting the palpable enthusiasm as PM Modi began his speech amidst roaring cheers.
The Prime Minister’s use of Telugu phrases at the outset of his address further endeared him to the audience, drawing enthusiastic responses. His invocation of the slogan “Ab Ki Baar,” met with a resounding “400 Paar” from the crowd, adding to the charged atmosphere.
PM Modi’s articulation of “Modi guarantee means guarantee of fulfilling the guarantees” in Telugu elicited cheers, particularly from the youth in attendance.
In a symbolic gesture, PM Modi prompted the audience to echo the phrase “Nene Modi kutumbam (I am Modi’s family),” emphasizing his bond with the people.
Highlighting Adilabad’s significance, PM Modi underscored the region’s electoral prowess for the BJP, citing its impressive performance in recent elections.
With Adilabad’s substantial tribal population and its reservation as a tribal Lok Sabha constituency, PM Modi paid homage to tribal heroes Komaram Bheem and Ramji Gond, while outlining government initiatives for tribal welfare.
The inclusion of local MP Soyam Bapu Rao and Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, G. Kishan Reddy, in the public meeting underscored the BJP’s commitment to regional representation and development.
Additionally, BJP legislator Payal Shankar voiced concerns over the closure of the Cement Corporation of India (CCI) unit in Adilabad, emphasizing the need for its revival to sustain local employment.
The town was adorned with BJP flags and banners in anticipation of PM Modi’s visit, marking the commencement of the party’s electoral campaign in the region.