As the Modi ‘storm’ has caused many hot discussions and even disputes among variant friends and relations, anti Modi mass is having a difficult time in defending their views. Yesterday evening even I had an interesting tiff between me and my husband. (Thank God, we have yet not heard about filing of a divorce case stating the cause as ‘incompatible on Modi views’)
It all started when my hubby exuberantly exclaimed, “Did you see that? Modi bowed down to Parliament saying it’s a temple of democracy! Such a down to earth person with a heart of gold.”
I said, “Yes, Really a MASTER STROKE to increase his already sprawling fan following. He is a master in art of hitting the exactly right chords to touch the exact sentiments! What a magnificent effort he puts in to do home work before he strikes. I am sure he is a good chef who cooks up the right recipe with exact spices according to the taste of his guests”.
He reverted, “C’mon yaar! It was spontaneous. You guys will always criticize whatever he does. You people don’t even accept that he has developed Gujarat. Afterall, how can you? Won’t you stop getting funds if you relent to the fact that Gujarat has actually developed?”
I laughed it out and explained, “Let me clear this, I am not criticizing anyone. I am just not blinding myself in his reverence! Okay lets list down the so called developments that you think he has brought.”
Thinking for a while he said, “Look at the roads and the real estate. Look at the business and job opportunities created. You can yourself recall what we had 10 years ago and what we have today. Compare it to any other state, you will know the difference. Being a businessman I know he has made business easy for me and he will bring in more opportunities and growth in future. The whole world is celebrating the fact which you can witness in the massive spurt in stock market!”
Point by point I tried to clear the things, “Do you remember the mirror maze which we had in Kankaria Maninagar? The size of the reflection inflated so massively that it mutated the actual person standing before it. And of course its just a coincidence that Modi dedicates his success to his hometown! Moreover, do you even know how many of schemes in Gujarat are center sponsored and not state sponsored? Modi is not the cause behind EVERYTHING you ‘see’. Infact Gujarat is one of the most backward states if you compare the human development indices. We are neglecting the cost that we are paying for all this facelift development. Behind every new job opportunity, there are thousands being unemployed in their traditional occupation. Behind the spurt in tourism revenue, there is a diminishing local culture and heritage, the whole ecosystem is being affected to the extents unimaginable! Being an educated and responsible citizen, its my personal choice, right and infact a duty to deny following false claims and just flow with the ‘wave’. Our life is easy so you think Gujarat is developed but try to look at the neglected communities and areas, let alone improvement there is actually detriment!”
He says, “Ok, even if I agree with whatever you are saying, don’t you think he is the only leader who is at least talking about development and showing optimism? I remember even you were happy when BJP won with majority.”
I replied, “Totally agreed! And even I hope that he will stand to his words and for his long term, he will have to deliver results! I was happy that at least one party got the majority and now the government won’t be a hostage to coalition. The decisions will be taken and implemented smoothly and quickly”
He reverted, “This is hypocrisy. On one side you criticize him and on the other side you secretly adore him. I have seen you watching his speeches with full attention and reading his articles being fully engrossed. I have even noted that you try to imitate him in your oratory skills.”
I was amused, “Hahahaha! That was really surprising for me to know that you note me 😉 I don’t adore him. I try to observe and read what he is not saying. I want to know and learn what has taken him to such heights and popularity! Even Hitler was an extraordinary administrator and had a great following. Even Ravan had a massive army which fought for him and adored him. Infact, a group of followers even came up with Sanghadasa’s Jaina version of Ramayana wherein he was portrayed as a father of Sita who wanted to get back his child. Keeping everything aside, I believe that you have truly achieved when even your criticizers acknowledge your good qualities!”
“You always take the discussions to philosophical side. You manipulate and diverge the topic.”
“Thank God! I am at least learning a few things from your favourite leader!”
He finally quit by saying, “I will never understand you!”
I ended, “No doubt about it. I am, afterall, a WOMAN!”
reshmaslens 
Surprisingly even after having such a huge no of educated population, people are not using their education & their ability to distinguish right from the wrong to make such huge decisions