Assembly Elections 2022 Highlights: Working to complete inter-linking of Ken-Betwa rivers, says PM Modi in UP

Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a rally in Lakhimpur Kheri, UP. PM Modi addressed a rally in Fazilka of Punjab, launching scathing attacks on Congress, over its comments on workers from UP and Bihar, and Aam Aadmi Party, over its 'false promises' in the state. Priyanka Gandhi addressed voters in Punjab's Pathankot, while SP's Akhilesh Yadav kicked off the day with a rally in Ferozepur of UP. Stay tuned for live updates.

First-century is already scored in first two phases and the second will also be scored in the coming third and fourth phases. The majority mark has already been crossed for Samajwadi Party. BJP will be left silent. They are afraid of losing: Akhilesh

Union Minister Jitendra Singh claims UP had "atmosphere of riots and anarchy" which changed under BJP's "double-engine government" that gave impetus to development and established rule of law

People in the SP government never had time for the state, and that's why I would like to extend my gratitude to Aparna Yadav for joining the BJP and committing herself to the welfare of the public: UP CM Yogi Adityanath at a public meeting in Lucknow

For years, the farmers of Bundelkhand region have been demanding inter-linking of Ken-Betwa rivers. We are trying to complete this project: PM Narendra Modi at a public rally in Uttar Pradesh's Fatehpur

People in the SP government never had time for the state, and that's why I would like to extend my gratitude to Aparna Yadav for joining the BJP and committing herself to the welfare of the public: UP CM Yogi Adityanath at a public meeting in Lucknow

Manipur elections: BJP promises protection of "territorial integrity," silent on AFSPA

BJP manifesto for Assembly elections in Manipur promised to protect "territorial integrity" of the state but it remained silent on another strong demand for repeal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, (AFSPA) 1958.

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The government before 2017 was of Saifai 'Khandaan' (family), they used to gulp everything down while they had only slogan of 'Sabka Saath, Saifai Khandaan ka Vikas' says UP CM and BJP leader Yogi Adityanath in Jalaun's rally

'Parivarwadi' are calling Covid vaccines 'BJP ka tika'. Two people are scared of the vaccine - one is coronavirus and the other are those opposing the vaccines. These people have problem with Modi, Yogi and the vaccine: PM Modi addresses public rally in UP

The BJP's double engine government has been giving free ration to the poor for the last two years. The big countries of the world could not make so many arrangements for their citizens: PM Modi

All the debates on one side and nationalism on the one hand. The people of UP have decided that before holi comes, they will celebrate holi of colours with pomp and show on March 10: PM Modi

My statement is being misconstrued. All migrant workers who came to Punjab till date,have toiled and taken it on path to development. We've only love for them, nobody can change it: Punjab CM Charanjit Singh Channi

For the last 70 years, the governments of SP, BSP and Congress deprived people of basic water supply but our double-engine BJP government is working on 'Har Ghar Nal Yojana' to provide water to every household: UP CM Yogi Adityanath at a public rally in Jalaun's Kalpi

No one from BJP even came to talk to the protesting farmers. On the contrary, their minister's son crushed 6 farmers under his car & no action was taken against him. Action was taken after we demanded it - this is the condition of BJP: Priyanka Gandhi

"Your one vote is going to strengthen the hand of Narendra Modi ji. One of your votes is going to make Yogi Adityanath the Chief Minister. Your one vote is going to make UP safe and developed again,"says Amit Shah

If Akhileshji comes, he will ask him that you were also given a chance in Uttar Pradesh, what did you do? They will answer - They rioted Insulted the women - murder and rape: Amit Shah

Police case against Punjab CM Channi for 'hate' comment, according to reports

The Congress found itself in a soup over a controversial ‘hate’ comment made publicly by Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi when he asked people of Punjab not to let 'UP, Bihar and Delhi ke bhaiye (brothers)' enter Punjab.

“Don’t let UP, Bihar and Delhi ke bhaiye enter Punjab and rule,” Channi, flanked by Congresses Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said at a public rally, inviting sharp criticism just days ahead of the February 20 election.

17 irrigation projects have been completed in Uttar Pradesh in the Modi government and in the Yogi government. Three of those plans were even before I was born. Jawaharlal Nehru ji had laid its stone, Modi ji has completed all the irrigation projects in 5 years: Amit Shah

Yesterday, the Chief Minister of Punjab had said, "Don't let the bhaiyyas of UP enter" and sister Priyanka stood there and clapped and expressed happiness. There can be no greater insult to Uttar Pradesh: Amit Shah

For 70 years, the SP-BSP-Congress worked to rule but did not develop Uttar Pradesh: Amit Shah

"For 70 years, the SP-BSP-Congress worked to rule but did not develop Uttar Pradesh. The fourth generation of the Congress party is running - Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and now Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi," Amit Shah said

BJP always misleads, betrays and instigates rifts among people so the party should change its name to 'Bharatiya Jhagda Party', says Akhilesh Yadav

In Uttar Pradesh, in 2014, 2017, 2019, I have come here in these three elections. In 2014, in 2017 and in 2019, you have won the BJP. Now in 2022, you have to win the BJP and get a four: Amit Shah

Under the Yogi government, uttar Pradesh has done the work of providing 4.5 lakh jobs in five years: Amit Shah

"Before the BJP govt came to power, UPhad earlier provided less than 2 lakh jobs in 10 years from 2007-2017. Under the Yogi government, uttar Pradesh has done the work of providing 4.5 lakh jobs in five years," said Amit Shah

Amit Shah addresses rally in Lakhimpur Kheri

The enthusiasm among voters show that 'bhoot' (ghosts) will dance in BJP's booths during polling this time: Akhilesh Yadav

BJP govt neither gave employment nor did they double the farmers' income: Akhilesh Yadav at a rally in Karhal

With 'double-engine' reference, Nadda hits development pitch in Manipur

"We're going to increase monthly pension of senior citizens from Rs 200 to Rs 1,000. Financial support to farmers under PM KISAN will be increased from Rs 6,000 to Rs 8,000.Free accidental insurance will be provided worth Rs 5 lakh to all fishermen in Manipur. Girls from EWS and backward sections will get an incentive of Rs 25,000 for their education and development.We'll also provide free laptops to all meritorious students passing Class XII. This will be their gateway to higher education," says Nadda.

BJP's JP Nadda releases party manifesto for Manipur

"The manifesto focuses on education and empowerment of poorer sections. Ayushman Bharat health scheme will take care of welfare and health," says Nadda at launch.

Shah hits hindutva note in UP, says only BJP is 'anti-mafia'

"There is no bahubali here, only bajrang bali," says Shah.

Amit Shah takes on opposition parties in UP's Mainpuri, says Yogi wants to work for development, eradicate mafia

'Akhilesh's mantra is to collect money, store it overseas'

"After raids on SP's friends, Akhilesh started quivering. He said 'if you do raids, how will I fight elections?'. This is public money, we should use it for the people. Akhilesh aims to collect money, store it overseas, but our aim is to collect taxes and use it for development works," says Shah.

Meanwhile in UP, Amit Shah woos voters in Firozabad

Crowds cheer Priyanka Gandhi

Channi ji is the only person who can save your Punjabiyat: Priyanka Gandhi campaigns for Dalit leader

Congress leaders in Punjab not like 'nakli' Sardars who wear a fake turban only for the stage: Priyanka Gandhi

'Chote Miyan' Kejriwal goes to live in the homes of terrorists, 'Bade Miyan' Modi calls farmers terrorists: Priyanka at Pathankot rally

Bade Miyan Modi from RSS, Chote Miyan from RSS-supported Aandolan

Modi promised a Gujarat model, that model is based on 2 industrialists. Kejriwal promises Delhi model, but where was this Delhi model when people died of lack of oxygen on the streets on Delhi?

PM Modi has toured world but never once came to meet farmers who have been protesting for a year: Priyanka in Pathankot

No policemen came when a minister's son was crushing down farmers but they came each time Congress protested for farmers: Priyanka in Pathankot

Modi govt wants to give the sweat and blood of farmers to industrialists, Priyanka Gandhi in Pathankot

Modi urges first-time voters to make a difference

"Cast your vote for us and be proud that in the first time of choosing a government, you have been decisive in electing the BJP," Modi says, urging first-time voters to vote for the party.

'Agenda of Congress, AAP not different from that of Pakistan'

"They will not hesitate to separate the nation... You can see how they question uson surgical strikes. Their agenda is not different from that of Pakistan," says Modi.

Congress, AAP 'partners in crime', says Modi

"AAP lies about everything. They have opened liquor stores near schools and they are talking here about improving schooling," says Modi. "In Delhi, they blame Punjab farmers for pollution."

Modi takes on Congress over 'UP, Bihar bhaiya' comments

"Sant Ravidas was born in UP's Varanasi, Guru Gobind Singh was born in Bihar's Patna. Would you not allow them into the state?" says Modi.

Modi switches crosshairs from AAP to Congress, invokes incidents of communal violence

"Congress always pits one community or one section against one another... Yesterday, you could see how the Congress leaders were clapping on comments about UP, Bihar workers," says Modi. "No work can get done in Punjab without UP, Bihar workers."

Modi takes on AAP over medical card scheme

"With Centre's card, if you go to Bhopal, you can get operated, if you go to Ahmedabad, you can get operated... But you can't get operated in Delhi. Why do you want to vote for someone who doesn't want to allow you into Delhi?" says Modi.

Meanwhile, Congress' Priyanka Gandhi arrives at Pathankot in Punjab to address voters

Will resolve traders' woes on priority, says Modi

"Traders are under the thumb of mafia, especially smaller traders... Industry is running out of the state putting youngsters' lives at risk," says Modi, taking a jibe at Congress.

BJP has made record crop support, monetary assistance to Punjab farmers, says Modi

'BJP will ensure development of state'

"Time for double-engine government in Punjab, only we will ensure development... Give me five years to serve you," says Modi.

Modi set to address rally in Punjab's Fazilka

BJP's Manjinder Singh Sirsa takes on Kejriwal at a press conference in Delhi

Making a slew of allegations against the AAP's national convener over claims made in Punjab, Sirsa says, "I dare Kejriwal to respond to the same."

'Will form government, will bring happiness to state'

"Interest-free loans for farmers, free electricity and helping the agriculture sector are among our main priorities," says Akhilesh.

Time to boot out BJP, they have deceived you, says Akhilesh

Resuming his attack on the BJP on Thursday, Akhilesh Yadav says that the saffron party has failed to provide employment opportunities to the youth or empower the society in the state. "Over 11 lakh posts are remaining vacant, it will be our highest priority to fill these," says Akhilesh.

Akhilesh Yadav set to address rally in Ferozepur

UP minister assures support to Owaisi's attackers

Uttar Pradesh minister Sunil Bharala announced his support to the two persons arrested by the state police for an attack on AIMIM chief and Lok Sabha MP Asadaddin Owaisi. Bharala assured the families of the accused, identified as Sachin Sharma and Shubham, of a “fair probe” into the February 4 attack on Owaisi in western UP.

AAP recruits councillors to strengthen presence in Punjab

Amritsar Congress counsellors Priyanka Sharma, Mandeep Ahuja, Gurjeet Kaur joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the presence of party leader Manish Sisodia on Thursday, a day after Amritsar mayor Karamjit Singh Rintu had joined AAP.

(ANI)

'Apna Ladka' (Akhilesh) overshadows others in Karahal

For many on the overcrowded roads, a major portion of which has been encroached by the shopkeepers, here, Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav, who is contesting from this assembly seat, is 'apna ladka' (our boy) as his father and SP patron Mulayam Singh Yadav had been a student of Jain College, one of the oldest educational institutions, and also a teacher there for several years before taking the plunge into politics, and that the rivals are no match for him.

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BJP lines up rallies in Uttar Pradesh, sets Manipur agenda

Home Minister Amit Shah will address public meetings at Firozabad, Mainpuri and Lakhimpur Kheri today. BJP President Jagat Prakash Nadda will release the party's manifesto in Manipur.

(All India Radio)

Punjab farmer outfit triumphant at Delhi borders struggling in poll fray

Hoardings glorifying noted farmer leader Balbir Singh Rajewal as the ‘hero of the battle fought on Delhi borders’ against the now-repealed three farm laws appear prominently in Samrala rural in Punjab’s Ludhiana andelsewhere too. They bring back memories of the arduous struggle by farmers against the union government’s decision to legislate the contentious agri laws.

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Had Modi been PM in 1947, Kartarpur Sahib, Nankana Sahib would've been in India: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said had Narendra Modi been prime minister at the time India gained Independence, Kartarpur Sahib and Nankana Sahib would have been part of this country.

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My family members died serving nation, BJP ridiculing them now: Priyanka Gandhi

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday said her family members have died serving the nation but they were being ridiculed by the BJP every day.

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