Narendra Modi has altered the politics of Gujarat more fundamentally than it has been thought of. And it goes beyond Hindutva, which is a settled issue now. Confident of support, Modi%u2019s Hindu personality is now understated. Instead, he has expanded his wings to restructure government and politics in the state in such a fashion that he knows best how to negotiate it.
Modi unveiled a vision for Gujarat that is centered on huge industrial and power projects, SEZs, ports, shipbuilding and refineries. New MoUs and investments are announced every other day and the big capital in general is bullish on Gujarat. Modi says 25 lakhs new jobs will be created by all these investments. Gujarat already has a formidable urban middle class, with 38 per cent of the population classified as urban. Modi is upgrading the middle class dreams %u2014 illustrated vividly in the English language drive. Government is sensitive to their aspirations and demands %u2014 for instance, government measures seek to keep edible oil prices low. There is a reason why Saurashtra Oil Millers Association (SOMA) has declared support for BJP rebels. This new middle class is a potent political constituency that cuts across castes.
RE:A new middle class
by stav on Oct 16, 2007 10:23 AM Permalink
Hitler did much more for for Germany post 1st world war. Modi only has dreams, Hitler manifested it. Given this scenario, think about what happend to Germany later. Why do you think you will have a different fate ?
RE:RE:A new middle class
by stav on Oct 16, 2007 10:24 AM Permalink
didnt you post a mail sometime back "Who is more tolerant"..you are showing your colors so soon.
