Narendra Modi in Varanasi Day 2 LIVE: PM slams vote bank politics, says India is above party for him

Modi targets Samajwadi Party 

Modi also targetted the erstwhile Samajwadi Party government in Uttar Pradesh for not providing to the Centre the list of homeless requiring houses in the state.

“The previous government had no interest in giving homes to the poor. After mounting pressure, they gave a list of only 10,000. But the current (Yogi Adityanath) government has given a list of lakhs of people to avail benefit,” Modi said.

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Modi invokes Mahatma Gandhi for Swacch Bharat

Let us actively participate in the movement towards a Swachh Bharat and fulfil Mahatma Gandhi's dream. @swachhbharat

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 23, 2017

Modi says his government waged war against black money

He said his government had “waged a war” against black money and corruption, for which the poor has had to suffer because of “the loot” by the dishonest.

“Our (BJP) politics is not for votes, our culture is different. In politics, people do only that task which yields votes, but our character is different. Some politicians work only when it fetches them votes. But we have been brought up in a different culture. … For us, the nation is above all and it is our top most priority, not votes,” Modi said.

Sanitation is a kind of worship for me, says Modi

Addressing a public gathering on the second day of his Varanasi visit, he said it was his good fortune to lay the foundation stone of a public toilet in Shahanshahpur village of his Lok Sabha constituency.

“That is because sanitation is also a kind of worship for me. It will rid the poor of my country of various diseases and the economic burden due to those diseases that result from dirty surroundings,” Modi said.

Modi’s strong pitch for New India

“In the coming five years, we have to be committed towards that resolution. If 125 crore people take one resolution each and live up to it, then the nation would move 125 crore steps forward in the next five years,” the prime minister said. Modi added the government’s resolution was to double the farmer’s income and ensure even the poorest of the poor have a home to live in by 2022.

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Our governance is beyond vote bank politics​

“Our politics is not for votes, our culture is different as for us country is bigger than party, PM Narendra Modi. Our priority not to get votes. Animals will not go to cast ballots,” said Modi.

PTI

Recap: Narendra Modi visited the Durga Mata temple in Varanasi

From the Darshan at the Durga Mata Temple and visit to Durga Kund. pic.twitter.com/bstURnNdYB

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 22, 2017

Recap: Modi’s first visit after UP win 

Narendra Modi’s two-day visit is his first since the BJP won the 2017 Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh.

Billionaire Sajjan Jindal becomes first businessman to ‘adopt’ ghat in Kashi

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The Times of India report says that steel magnate Sajjan Jindal has adopted the Harishchandra ghat in Varanasi as part of Narendra Modi:s Swacch Bharat Abhiyan. “The Centre has cleared a multi-crore renovation project by the magnate’s firm, Jindal Steel Works (JSW), to repair, clean and restore the ghat, a site on the bank of the Ganga frequently visited for Hindu funeral rites,”  the report notes.

Modi’s pitch for building co-operatives 

Let us build on the strides we have made in the dairy sector. Cooperatives can help in this regard, as they have in parts of the nation: PM

— DD News (@DDNewslive) September 23, 2017

Modi’s reference to demonetisation 

In a apparent reference to demonetisation, Modi said that the government is taking pains to fight corruption in India. he added that due to corruption, even people had to bear some pain in the fight against corruption.

Modi’s 2022 promise​

“By 2022, every poor, whether in urban or rural area, will get a home. Building crores of homes will generate jobs, income,” Modi said.

Modi concludes his speech

Aiming to change lives, says Modi

“We are aiming at changing the lives of the poor, middle class families. We’re taking up schemes to uplift the middle class, as they are the ones who’ll help the nation progress,” says Modi.

Every Indian will get a new home by 2022, says Modi

Modi takes potshots at the previous governments, says money meant for the poor never reached them. He adds that the previous UPA government was not interested in making new homes for poor. While promising homes for every Indian by 2022, he adds that it is his government that has prioritised building homes.

Clean India, healthy India, says Modi

'Swachhta' has to become 'Swabhav',its our collective responsibility. A cleaner India will also be a healthier India: PM Modi

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 23, 2017

Cleanliness is the responsible of every Indian, says Modi

Arguing that cleanliness must be an integral part of every Indians life, Modi slammed the lethargic attitude towards cleanliness and said that people litter in the open and expect that the government will clean them.

Modi repeats his 2022 pledge 

While reiterating his call for a new India by 2022, Modi said that animal welfare and innovation in agriculture will form a major part of a new India. He added that his government has come up with the idea of soil health card to help farmers.

Country bigger than party for me, says Modi

हमारे लिए दल से बड़ा देश है, हमारी प्राथमिकताएं वोट बैंक के हिसाब से नहीं होती : पीएम मोदी pic.twitter.com/zHw4iRdRuR

— BJP (@BJP4India) September 23, 2017

Country is bigger for me than the party, says Modi

Taking a potshot at vote bank politics, Modi said, “I am of a different mould. I do not think of vote bank. For me my country is bigger concern than my party.”

Animal welfare fair a boon for poor

“With animal welfare fair, poor will get an opportunity to look after their milch animals. For farmers, milk from milch animals is the biggest source of income. So this welfare scheme is a boon for them. I congratulate Yogi Adityanath for it,” Modi said.

Modi overwhelmed by gathering 

Narendra Modi says that he is overwhelmed by the unexpected large gathering at Shahanshahpur. He added that he won’t disappoint them and will work for them.

Modi begins his address

Recap: Modi offered prayers at Tulsi Manas, Durga Kund temples in Varanasi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday evening visited the famous Tulsi Manas and Durga Kund temples here and offered his prayers. Accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Governor Ram Naik and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Modi sought to know detailed information about the Manas temple, which was inaugurated by then President Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan in 1964.

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Adityanath speaks

Hailing the Centre for its policies, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said that his government is interested in developing rural sector of the state. He said that his government is working towards giving a home to every poor man by 2022. 

News18

Yogi Adityanath praises Modi for inaugurating animal welfare fair

Prime Minister is set to speak to the gathering 

पीएम श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी कुछ ही देर में वाराणसी के शाहंशाहपुर में किसानों को संबोधित करेंगे। लाइव देखें https://t.co/jtwD1yPhm4 पर pic.twitter.com/uCTGTPtsWA

— BJP (@BJP4India) September 23, 2017

Modi also launched a Pashu Aarogya Yojna

Varanasi: PM Narendra Modi at Pashu Arogya Mela in Shahanshahpur. He will later address the farmers. pic.twitter.com/4buMj5QXxF

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 23, 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to distribute certificates

As per his itinerary, Modi will distribute certificates for the beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Aawas Yojna before addressing the gathering, media reports said.

Not only launching a cleanliness drive, he also met locals

#Varanasi : PM @narendramodi takes part in a #Swachhta programme at village Shahanshahpur, also interacts with local people pic.twitter.com/XPt887qaS6

— DD News (@DDNewslive) September 23, 2017

Narendra Modi arrives at stage, set to address gathering

As per protocol, Yogi Adityanath and Ram Naik are already on the dias. Now it is expected that Modi will join them soon, News18 reports

Narendra Modi kicks off cleanliness drive at Shahanshahpur 

#Varanasi: PM @narendramodi lays foundation for toilet as part of the #swachhta program in Shahanshahpur#SwachhBharatAbhiyan pic.twitter.com/p2p4zlU5jm

— DD News (@DDNewslive) September 23, 2017

Updates for 23 September begin

PM Modi leaves from Durga Kund temple

The prime minister will now head towards the DLW guest house where he will stay tonight. Tomorrow, he is scheduled to inaugurate ‘Pashu Arogya Mela’ in Shahanshahpur on the outskirts of the city. He will also address a gathering of farmers there.

We not only lay foundation but also inaugurate projects: Modi****​

The life and ideals of Lord Rama inspire everyone: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi offered prayers at Durga Mata temple in Varanasi pic.twitter.com/ZBHYKPY25D

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 22, 2017

Modi reaches Durga Kund temple, offers special prayers on the second day of Navratri

PM Modi’s seven-kilometre long road show cancelled 

Modi had initially planned to hold a massive roadshow at a seven-kilometre long stretch. However, the programme was cancelled owing to shortage of time and erratic weather conditions.

PM Narendra Modi launched a postage stamp based on 'Ramayana' in Varanasi pic.twitter.com/s6u6ERa9U9

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 22, 2017

PM Modi lauches Ramayana-themed postal stamps

Launching the postal stamp based on epic poem Ramayana at the iconic Manas Temple, PM Modi said that he could have launched the stamp from the Prime Minister’s residence in New Delhi. However, he wanted to unveil the tribute to Lord Rama’s life from the place where saint Tulsidasa himself wrote the Ramayana, the Hindu mythological epic detailing the life and times of Rama.

Railway minister Piyush Goyal interacted with people after flagging off Mahamana Express

After flagging off Mahamana Express (connects Varanasi with Surat & Vadodara), Railway Min Piyush Goyal interacts with passengers on board. pic.twitter.com/32IcCZrDyM

— ANI (@ANI) September 22, 2017

Modi to visit Tulsi Manas Temple soon

Modi will visit the historic Tulsi Manas temple in Varanasi and release a postal stamp on Ramayana. He will later visit the Durga Mata temple in the city.

My dream is to wipe out poverty from India: Modi

Modi said that his dream is to wipe out poverty from India and all BJP schemes are made keeping in mind the empowerment of the poor. “These infrastructure projects will give a huge financial push to Uttar Pradesh,” he added.

We want the empowerment of every section of society: Modi

All of our schemes & programs are made keeping in mind the empowerment of each & every section of our society: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/tnLEbr5TQA

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 22, 2017

India is moving forward at great speeds: Modi

Modi said that India is moving forward at great speeds and it is changing rapidly. The government’s aim is to change Uttar Pradesh, change India, he added.

He further said that he is hopeful that the development projects will not just help Uttar Pradesh financially but also socially.

The solution to every problem lies in development: Modi

The solution to every problem lies in development: PM Narendra Modi in Varanasi pic.twitter.com/dlGMHXehk2

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 22, 2017

We are trying to change the lives of the poor: Modi

हमारी कोशिश है की गरीब से गरीब के जीवन में बदलाव आए, उनका सशक्तिकरण हो और हम ऐसे विकास पर ध्यान दे रहे हैं : पीएम मोदी #ModiInVaranasi pic.twitter.com/sgJGmPvzLj

— BJP (@BJP4India) September 22, 2017

My government’s dream is the same as a poor’s dream for his children: Modi

While addressing the crowd, Modi said that no poor person wants his children to have the same poor life. No one wants their future generations to inherit poverty and therefore, my government’s dream is the same as a poor’s dream for his children.

We want the poor to have the strength and courage to stand on their feet and Utkarsh bank is a step in that direction.

Weavers will get a chance to show their strength: Modi

While praising the weavers of Gujarat, Modi said that the Deendayal Hastkala Sankul will help them and also boost the tourism sector.

आज बुनकरों और शिल्पकारों के लिए स्वर्णिम अवसर है, उन्हें अपना सामर्थ्य दिखाने का अवसर मिल रहा है : पीएम मोदी #ModiInVaranasi

— BJP (@BJP4India) September 22, 2017

Modi lauds Uttar Pradesh government for furthering development agenda

Modi lauded the Uttar Pradesh government for playing a major role in the Central government’s agenda of development. He said projects worth over one thousand crore will be launched from one event and one platform.

Along with Piyush Goyal, Modi flags off Mahamana Express

Varanasi: PM Modi joins Railway Minister Piyush Goyal via video link, to flag off the Mahamana Express. pic.twitter.com/G0owUmIk3w

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 22, 2017

Prime Minister inaugurates water ambulance

Narendra Modi flags off Mahamana Express

Uttar Pradesh governor Ram Naik also present at the event

PM Narendra Modi launched several development projects in Varanasi; UP Governor Ram Naik and UP CM Yogi Adityanath also present pic.twitter.com/rdBo8xY0aR

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 22, 2017

Yogi Adityanath welcomes Prime Minister Modi

While welcoming Modi, Uttar Pradesh chief minister said that it is an honour to receive the prime minister and his government will continue to work towards the welfare of poor and women.

Smriti Irani lauds establishment of Deendayal Hastakala Sankul

Union minister Smriti Irani lauded the establishment of the handicrafts centre, Deendayal Hastakala Sankul, which was completed before its scheduled time. This was inaugurated by Modi along with Irani on Friday.

In Pictures: Modi at Deendayal Hastkala Sankul

Bada Lalpur,Varanasi: PM at newly inaugurated Deendayal Hastkala Sankul, trade facilitation centre for handicrafts;Smriti Irani also present pic.twitter.com/g05U81ohDG

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 22, 2017

Keshav Prasad Maurya addresses the gathering, says Modi most powerful world leader

Uttar Pradesh’s deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya addressed the gathering and said that Narendra Modi is the most powerful world leader. “He has worked relentlessly for the poor for past three years,” he added.

A look at Narendra Modi’s intinerary for Friday

Modi will be dedicating Deendayal Hastkala Sankul, a trade facilitation centre for handicrafts, in Bada-Lalpur near Varanasi. The prime minister will also launch other projects including Utkarsh Bank which specialises in micro-finance, ‘Jal Ambulance’ (water ambulance) service and ‘Jal Shav Vahan’ (water-based vehicle for carrying bodies) service.

In the evening, Modi will be visiting the historic Tulsi Manas Temple in Varanasi, where he will also be releasing a postal stamp on Ramayana. He plans to visit the Durga Mata Temple in the city later on Friday.

PM Modi inaugurates Deendayal Hastkala Sankul

Varanasi: PM Modi inaugurates Deendayal Hastkala Sankul, a trade facilitation centre for handicrafts, in Bada Lalpur. pic.twitter.com/r2NhT03GTU

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 22, 2017

PM Modi’s address at Dr. Ambedkar Stadium in Varanasi to begin shortly

Modi to release Ramayana-themed postal stamp

Prime Minister Modi will visit the historic Tulsi Manas Temple in Varanasi today, where he is set to release a postal stamp based on Ramayana. He will later visit the Durga Mata Temple in the city.

Varanasi: PM Narendra Modi to launch several development projects; UP CM Yogi Adityanath also present pic.twitter.com/VRCEHf8gtJ

— ANI UP/Uttarakhand (@ANINewsUP) September 22, 2017

PM Modi reaches Varanasi, will launch several infra projects

Narendra Modi is in Varanasi today and the prime minister is set to launch several infrastructure projects in his Lok Sabha constituency. Modi would be dedicating Deendayal Hastkala Sankul, a trade facilitation centre for handicrafts, in Bada-Lalpur near Varanasi.