The Lok Sabha election results have undoubtedly shocked the BJP leadership, many staunch Modi supporters, and even Rahul Gandhi.

Although I am not a political expert, and not fully qualified to evaluate the reasons behind the BJP's setback (particularly for Mr. Modi) whose seats reduced from 303 to 240, However, I am confident that Mr. Modi will still be able to form the government. 

Regardless of who forms the government, this unexpected result will certainly have significant repercussions, bringing many issues to light:

1. The stronger opposition can now provide more teeth to some important Institutions, For instance, The Auditor General of India (CAG) to release audit reports on public spending on Swachh Bharat, Smart City, Ujjwala, and Ayushman Bharat without fear. The nation will finally learn the true efficacy of these initiatives, revealing the government's honesty.
2. Economic surveys halted or manipulated by this government, such as the consumption survey, census, and survey of unorganized enterprises, will be released, showing the country's real economic picture. Many things shoved inside the cupboard will come tumbling down like ; Who benefited the most in Ayodhya land sale. 
3. The full truth behind the territory encroached by the Chinese in recent years will come to light, as has been reported by various agencies including social activist Sonam Wangchuk.
4. The people's message is clear, Bharat is too vast and complex to be managed by Savarkar's parochial(narrow) outlook.  Dr. Ambedkar while discussing about Hindu-Muslim problem had stated in his book Thoughts on Pakistan, "if Congress is vague about minority rights Savarkar is illogical and strange and is creating a most dangerous situation for the safety and security of India”.
5. The bulldozers will be parked, and governments will proceed legally in demolishing houses and disrupting families.
6. The weak, lower caste, and minorities will breathe more freely.
7. The media will operate independently, freeing the nation from biased portrayals and excessive glorification.
8. Society is saved from the self-destruction caused by communalization.
9. The myth propagated by the BJP’s IT Cell that India's development is solely due to Modi will be debunked. People will realize that the best economic reforms in India occurred under coalition governments, not during Modi's rule.
10. The arrogance of party cadres, including those in Bajrang Dal and various other groups that emerged in the last decade, will diminish. There will be greater control over cow vigilantes, preventing them from easily evading justice with the help of BJP/RSS/VHP after lynching innocent people.
11. Intellectuals and scholars, who retreated into their shells fearing isolation and harassment by uncouth/uncivilised behaviour of some BJP's ardent supporters, will once again be able to speak freely and be heard.
12. Indians have shown that, unlike Germans and Italians who were swayed by Fascism and ideas of racial supremacy, they are more mature and will not allow society to be divided in the name of religion. All those who have not shown maturity, here is now an opposrtunity.
13. The ardent BJP supporters, previously blinded by Modi's theatrics, will not only call this man's sham but will also realize the importance of having a strong opposition for their own welfare and also  for a healthy democracy. 
14. Rahul Gandhi has received a new lease of life. While many couldn't see beyond Modi, there were those who felt their future in India wasn't secure without Rahul. This sentiment isn't limited to Muslims alone.
15. Predictably, the hardcore elements of the Hindutva brigade will now blame their fellow Hindus for this outcome, like any fundamentalists would; sayings like "Hindu dogla hai" and "Jaichand se kuch nahin seekha" will be heard. They had started believing that India is Modi and Modi is India. Similarly, Muslim fundamentalists also blame their fellows for setbacks, calling them Mir Jafar. The habit of cursing and abusing fellow countrymen need to go.
16. Those justifying that entire opposition got united to defeat Modi, must learn that -This is what India is . It is not for one Race, or for One Religion or for one language group and the numerous parties that we have represent those different groups and take care of their respective interests.

Finally, what has happened today, has happened for the good of the society and the nation. Let’s remember a Nation is always bigger than an individual.

The trajectory embarked upon in 2014 and 2019, marked by grand promises and national optimism reflected by slogans like "ACCHE DIN," "SABKA SAATH SAB KA VISHWAS," " AMRIT KAAL " " VIKSIT BHARAT " "NAA KHAYUNGA NAA KHAANEY DUNGA"and aspirations of development, smart cities, a cleaner nation through SWACCH BHARAT, and self-reliance with "AATMNIRBHAR BHARAT", now seems to have veered off course, obscured by the dust of unfulfilled pledges.

Ten years on, the dream of "ACCHE DIN" has faded, smart cities remain elusive, and thousands of constructed toilets lay dormant, indicator of widespread mismanagement and corruption. Reports of toilet scams across states reveal staggering discrepancies between funds expended and actual implementation, begging the question of who benefited from these contracts—a matter that hardly requires astuteness to discern.

Despite substantial investments, the concept of a "SMART CITY" eludes concrete realization, leaving residents uncertain about their urban designation. Trust, once a cornerstone, erodes amidst communal tensions and incidents of violence, rekindling separatist sentiments like those for Khalistan.

How did we regress to this point in a mere ten years?

Have our hospitals, schools, police, and essential services shown improvement, or do we still prefer private alternatives? The quality of life indicators—air, water, traffic, and women's safety—remain unresolved, alongside endemic corruption in bureaucratic and Political channels.

The elected MLAs of  a state are herded and taken to a resort in a different state and an elected State Govt is toppled, and astonishingly many of us celebrate, little realising that thousands of crores of black money must have changed hands. 

Companies have been coerced to purchase ELECTORAL BONDS and rewarded but strangely we are justifying the act.

Out of 25 tainted opposition leaders who crossed over to BJP, 23 have been given reprieve ; cases have either been closed or shelved and we are gleefully celebrating the victory. 

And when some of us are unable to extend any logic behind all this , they come out with strange justification ; CONGRESS BHI TO KARTI THI. Little realising that one  elects a Govt to improve upon things rather than to continue the same old evil practicies for which the previous Govt was shunted out.

Ironically, amidst these pressing concerns,the discussions often are digressed towards religious ideologies and percieved historical grievances, sidelining urgent imperatives like scientific advancement, education reforms, healthcare enhancement, law and order reforms and urban development.

The shift from progressive agendas to archaic religious debates raises questions—Is it inadvertent or deliberate?

While the government bears responsibility for these developments, citizens must reflect :

Can a nation progress when its politics pivots around religious rhetoric and vendettas?

Time dwindles, and the repercussions of inaction loom ominously. It's imperative to act swiftly, as once matters spiral beyond control, reclaiming stability becomes arduous, if not impossible.

In the past year, and particularly in the last 2-3 months, the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s statements have been unbecoming of his office, reflecting his underlying belief system.

1. Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas: This slogan appears to have been a facade to assuage minority fears. The Prime Minister’s recent rhetoric reveals his true character, suggesting he may be remembered as a leader for upper-caste Hindus, much like historical zealots such as ; King Pushyamitra Shunga.
2. Anti-Muslim Rhetoric: The Prime Minister has made inflammatory statements, such as labelling Muslims as infiltrators and suggesting that Hindu wealth would be distributed to those with more children and Ram temple at Ayodhya would be locked, if he loses power. This not only exhibits deep-seated animosity towards Muslims but also diverts attention from crucial issues like taxing the wealthy to stoke Hindu-Muslim distrust. Such divisive comments are unbecoming of a leader of his stature.
3. Selective Truth and Political Convenience: The Prime Minister’s willingness to distort facts for political gain is concerning. For instance, he misrepresented an incident in Bangalore involving a Hindu shopkeeper playing bhajans, accusing Congress-ruled states of anti-Hindu bias. Yet, when Muslims are victims of violence, he often dismisses it as a state issue. This selective outrage undermines his credibility and is detrimental to national unity.
4. EAC’s Misleading Demographic Report: The Economic Advisory Council (EAC) to the PM recently published a report on demographic changes, which is not their role, claiming a 43% growth in the Muslim population and a 7% reduction in the Hindu population between 1950 and 2015, based on data from the Association of Religion Data Archives (ARDA). However, the government’s own National Family Health Survey (NFHS) shows a significant decline in fertility rates among Muslims, contradicting the EAC's report. This misuse of foreign data, when the government often criticizes international comparisons, highlights the sycophancy within the EAC, reminiscent of past autocratic regimes.

About ARDA: Founded in 1996 by Purdue University professor Roger Finke with a grant from Lily Endowment, ARDA originally focused on American religious data but expanded globally in 2005. The EAC’s reliance on such data raises questions, especially when domestic data paints a different picture. Notably, Business Standard reported that using the EAC’s methodology, Buddhists would appear to have the fastest-growing population, further discrediting the report.

The BJP’s IT cell and media figures amplified these misleading claims, exacerbating social tensions.

Impact on Social Harmony: The Prime Minister's statements have caused significant harm to social harmony. Today every group on Whats app be it of class mates, be it of Employees of a company and be it even a Family group are facing the consequences of this discord. Efforts to maintain this harmony are undermined by his divisive rhetoric, risking civil strife if minorities continue to face baseless allegations and humiliation.

Foreign Minister’s Conduct: The Foreign Minister’s frequent outbursts against Western media and Western nations create an illusion of India’s heightened global influence under the current government. It is for the naive to learn that US today is more concerned about its own Elections, Russia -Ukraine War, about Gaza and Red Sea and growing intimacy between Russia and China , rather than Indian elections. However, this aggressive, misleading stance and ideological fanaticism has strained relations with neighbouring countries. For example, Maldives has sought new alliances with Turkey and China, acquiring drones from Turkey for security. All of this, jeopardizes India's relationships with other neighbours like Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka.

Finally, the Prime Minister’s recent actions and statements, along with the Foreign Minister’s excessively aggressive diplomacy, have not only damaged India's social fabric but also risk losing influence in its own neighbourhood. A course correction is imperative to restore social harmony and maintain positive international relations. It will not be wrong to quote Mr Narsimha Rao who way back in 90s (Refer The Flawed Inheritance by JN Dixit) on Pakistan’s continued hostility had said ; Pakistan’s continued belligerence is not unexpected but what is to be seen is as to how long it can sustain itself with this kind of animosity against India” Mr PM the same is applicable to you as well ; Being from RSS, the hatred for muslims is expected from you but it is to be seen as to how long you can continue to promote this animosity against Indian Muslims.

We Indians at Dandi

The Quit India Movement 1942

During our struggle against the formidable British Empire, they leveraged their superior weaponry to repeatedly defeat Indian forces, starting from the battle of Plassey in 1757. Over time, they subdued Indian kings who refused to comply, like Tipu Sultan who lost his kingdom after four wars, the Marathas gave up after three conflicts, and the Sikh empire disappeared defeated in two engagements. Even the rebels of 1857 faced devastating consequences. Subsequently, only a handful of determined individuals remained, resorting to sporadic attacks with meager resources hoping to disrupt British rule.

These valiant but outnumbered individuals faced overwhelming odds, confronting British machine guns with only pistols and crude bombs. Their efforts, though courageous, made little impact on the entrenched power of the British Empire. Many were hunted down, executed, or forced to flee to foreign lands, while British rule persisted.

Some freedom fighters, fearing imprisonment, opted for prolonged legal battles to evade jail. Then emerged Mahatma Gandhi with an out of box approach: nonviolent resistance through Boycott. Gandhiji advocated for boycotting British goods, British awards, employment, and other symbols of colonial authority. This strategy, though less glamorous than fighting with a gun, offered two significant advantages: One, it could involve the masses, even the poor could participate in the resistance and render the government powerless in the face of unified non cooperation, example is Farmers’ Satyagrahya at Kheda in 1918.

This tactic has proved effective, as evidenced that the British could not pursue their agenda through the Round Table Conferences due to Congress-led boycotts. They could not succeed despite pitting Savarkar's Hindu Mahasabha , Muslim League, Ambedkar and Indian Princes against Gandhiji.

The Brits  ruled India for more than 100 years in the same manner as the current Govt is doing ; The CAG, the media has been gagged, NSSO been gagged, the Election commission and CBI and ED being misused to coerce the dissenting voices, there is One and only one group left which has people with high integrity and honesty and i.e BJP and its associated partners.

The power of boycott therefore, remains a potent tool and is still valid, the British were brought down to knees because WE LEARNT THE POWER OF BOYCOTT.

Can the Opposition, take a leaf out of our history and BOYCOTT these elections. During the course of our freedom struggle many political parties including the Congress, did boycott elections a few times.

The Govt is required to provide a level playing field to contest elections, but if it hell bent not to do so, then just BOYCOTT. 

Go full throttle to the people to tell them WHY YOU ARE BOYCOTTING. 

Let BJP field its candidates and win all 543 seats , let them fill the lok sabha and Rajya sabha with all its members.

Let them run the race alone.

They will still not be able to govern India effectively. It is a fallacy, a mistaken belief, that a Nation as big as ours can be better run if there is NO OPPOSITION and No Dissenting voice left in Lok sabha and RS.

They will then be not able to get away by blaming the previous govts and leaders for all the problems and it will also help the opposition to cleanse its own house. 

The people also who have been mesmerised and indoctrinated will also come to realise that their welfare is not in temples but in democracy. It is through collective action and nonviolent resistance that the people can reclaim their voice and shape the future of the nation.