Bharat, An Economic Superpower: A Goal Shared By Modi, Adani And Ambani: Part- 2

Paromita Das

GG News Bureau

New Delhi, 13th May. Within the bustle of Bharat’s political arena, where charges fly like projectiles in a frenzied swordplay, the most recent altercation centers on two names that have come to represent money and power: Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani. The country watches with a mixture of curiosity and skepticism as accusations of campaign finance round these industrial giants, wondering where political slandering ends and truth begins. In a fierce political contest, Congressman Rahul Gandhi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have verbally sparred over the purported connections between their party and the business titans.

After Mr. Modi said at a recent election rally that the tycoons had delivered the Congress tempo-loads of illicit money, Mr. Gandhi quickly retaliated, asking the Prime Minister to provide proof for his assertions. In Bharatiya politics, this kind of back-and-forth discussions are not unusual.

Electioneering discourse has always revolved around Mr. Gandhi’s charges against the crony economic system in power. But the timing and setting are what really make this exchange unique. By now the election fight is halfway over, and the focus has shifted from campaign promises to allegations.

With the intention of connecting with voters alarmed by the growing divide between the rich and the poor, Mr. Gandhi has been unrelenting in his criticism of corporate welfare and inequality. But despite the blame-shifting and political theater, it is impossible to overlook the wider effects of these accusations for Bharat’s democracy and economy. The degree of corporate power on governance and policy formation is a matter of concern given the close relationship between politics and large business. Development and economic expansion are essential for the country’s advancement, but they shouldn’t come at the price of morality and responsibility.

Furthermore, the growth graphs of these and similar industrialists should demonstrate that they have flourished independent of the political regime. Ensuring that every citizen benefits from growth via well-balanced projects and budgetary measures is the policymaker’s primary responsibility, rather than gauging an individual’s level of wealth.

The legal ramifications could be extensive for any mistake made when making accusations. Therefore, before being made public, accusations made by any party must be supported by facts and the subject of a fair investigation.

There is no doubt about the need for increased accountability and openness in both business and politics when the fog settles from this most recent political conflict in Bharat. No matter which party a person supports, the interests of the country must always come before partisanship and personal agendas. Bharat won’t be able to fully realize its potential as a thriving democracy and a major economic force until then. Voters must be on guard and insist that politicians answer for their actions despite the political bluster. The credibility of Bharat’s democratic system inevitably rests on each and every individual.

To be Cont…