Prime Minister and senior BJP leader Narendra Modi has said that the NDA government at the Centre has made the country much more stronger during the past ten years. Addressing an election rally in Rishikesh, Mr Modi said, whenever there has been a weak and unstable government in the country, the enemies have taken advantage and terrorism has spread its roots. Prime Minister said that his government has implemented one rank one pension scheme for soldiers. He said, BJP government at the Centre has also provided made in India bullet proof jackets to the soldiers, saving their lives. Prime Minister said, today, everything from modern rifles to fighter planes and aircraft careers are being made in the country itself. He said, border villages are being developed under BJP government on priority basis. Mr. Modi said, 900 kilometer long highway is also being built to connect Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath.

Prime Minister outlined various government programs aimed at enhancing Uttarakhand’s economic potential and boosting tourism to stimulate job growth. Mr Modi said BJP government has provided tap water connection to 90 percent families of Uttarakhand.