Opposition's Failure to Fulfill Its Role and Aim for Power

Sitaram Poswal

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The opposition's reluctance to discuss and its failure to fulfill its role is troubling for democracy. Today, the opposition walked out during the central budget discussion, targeting the esteemed Finance Minister who has presented the budget for the seventh consecutive time. Such behavior from the opposition is disheartening. The public should ask if those who can't fulfill their role as the opposition are fit to govern this great nation.

In 2001, when the budget was presented during the government of the great Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the Finance Minister urged everyone to face challenges head-on. Twenty years later, under the BJP government during the COVID-19 crisis, India emerged resilient and is now on the path to a five trillion economy, despite the opposition's hindrances.

The opposition seems more focused on opposition rather than constructive criticism. Young Gurjar Neta Rajasthan is seen playing an active role in politics. It appears the current opposition is negative spreading rather than contributing positively to governance. Collecting taxes is the government's right, and it is done to ensure public welfare, as prescribed in our great epic, the Mahabharata.

In today's Rajya Sabha session, the opposition's language was disheartening, but the Finance Minister's response was commendable, acknowledging that the country remains in strong hands despite a weak opposition. Our esteemed Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said this full-term budget empowers every segment of society, uplifting the rural poor and farmers.

This budget promises to enhance education, skills, and provide new opportunities for the youth. It aims to ensure women's economic participation and support small businesses and MSMEs. Despite criticisms, the government remains committed to public welfare and national progress, a vision supported by the youth, women, farmers, and marginalized communities.
 
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