UP Election 2017: PM Modi conducts roadshow; supporters throng the streets of Varanasi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned his visit to the famous Kashi Vishwanath and Kal Bhairav temples into an impromptu roadshow on Saturday.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned his visit to the famous Kashi Vishwanath and Kal Bhairav temples into an impromptu roadshow on Saturday. PTI
Before beginning the roadshow through the winding streets of the city, Modi also paid floral tributes at the statue of Hindutva ideologue Madan Mohan Malviya at the Banaras Hindu University. PTI
Modi's roadshow came on a day when the sixth phase of polling in 49 constituencies, including Gorakhpur and Azamgarh in the state was underway. PTI
BJP leaders feel that the hours-long event, broadcast live on most of the regional TV news channels, will help their cause when the 40 remaining seats go to the polls in the final phase on 8 March. PTI
However, some felt differently, like Union Minister Upendra Kushwaha, who took exception to Modi holding a roadshow, saying it is not appropriate for his high office and he should address rallies only. PTI
Slogans like Subah Banaras, sham Banaras; Modi tere naam Banaras and 'Modi, Modi' greeted the Prime Minister as he waved from an open top vehicle covered with marigold. PTI