Shivraj Singh Chouhan: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday warned of the dangers of “state-sponsored infiltration” in Jharkhand, asserting that India should not become a “dharmshala” for foreigners. At an election rally in Ranchi, he accused the JMM-led coalition government of fostering infiltration, suggesting that foreign infiltrators were entering Jharkhand and affecting the tribal populations demographic balance by “trapping tribal women.”Chouhan criticizes vote bank politics and demographic decline“India is not a dharmshala where anyone can come and settle,” Chouhan emphasized, claiming that Jharkhands forests, rivers, and lands are integral to its people. He alleged that the JMM-led coalition views these infiltrators as a strategic vote bank, helping them acquire citizenship documents and electoral privileges. “In Santhal Parganas, the tribal population has dropped from 44 percent to 28 percent,” he claimed, attributing this decline to unchecked infiltration.Chouhan stated that if the BJP secures a win in Jharkhand, they would establish a citizenship register to identify and expel unauthorized individuals. He underlined the BJPs commitment to safeguarding the states resources and maintaining its demographic balance. Polling in Jharkhand is set for November 13 and 20, with vote counting on November 23.आज झारखंड के बरकट्ठा विधानसभा क्षेत्र के पुनाई में भाजपा प्रत्याशी श्री @amityadavmla जी के समर्थन में जनसभा को संबोधित किया।जनता का अपार समर्थन भारतीय जनता पार्टी को मिल रहा है। यह चुनाव झारखंड के विकास को नई दिशा देगा।#JharkhandWithBJP @BJP4Jharkhand pic.twitter.com/DLXTmCwuhr— Shivraj Singh Chouhan (@ChouhanShivraj) November 9, 2024Promises of development for women and tackling corruptionAddressing a womens conference in East Singhbhum, Chouhan criticized the JMM-led administrations implementation of the PM Awas Yojana, arguing that the schemes proper execution would have provided solid housing for Jharkhands women. “BJP will ensure women living in kutcha houses receive pucca homes,” he stated.Chouhan also pointed out alleged corruption in the Har Ghar Nal Se Jal Yojana, a water supply scheme, claiming that the state government misused Rs 5,000 crore meant for piped water delivery. He further criticized the current administrations introduction of a monthly Rs 1,000 benefit for women, attributing it to electoral motivations. He promised to raise this amount to Rs 2,100 monthly if the BJP gains power.Chouhans vision for a safer and more prosperous JharkhandChouhans address aimed to project the BJP as a guardian of Jharkhands resources and cultural heritage, vowing both to curb foreign influence and to support Jharkhands local communities through development and anti-corruption initiatives.
