BJP Leader Challenges Kerala Government Over Budget Implementation Delays
In a sharp rebuttal to allegations of neglect towards Kerala in the recent Union Budget, BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar has squarely placed the blame on the state government for failing to execute Centre-sanctioned schemes and projects. Speaking from Thiruvananthapuram, Chandrasekhar dismissed claims that Kerala received nothing in the budget, instead questioning why the state administration had not done enough to complete previously approved initiatives.
Focus on Implementation Rather Than Propaganda
Chandrasekhar emphasized that instead of spreading negative propaganda during budget time, the focus should be on fulfilling promises made to the people. He pointed specifically to the stalled AIIMS project, noting that land acquisition remains incomplete despite central approval. "The real discussion should be about why development is not being implemented in Kerala," he stated, challenging the narrative of neglect.
Call for NDA Governance for Progress
The BJP leader argued that for any meaningful progress to occur in Kerala, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government needs to come to power in the state. Chandrasekhar reiterated that only a "double-engine" government—with the same party ruling at both centre and state levels—would ensure proper implementation of development projects. He highlighted that the current budget announced several schemes for youth, demonstrating the Modi government's commitment beyond mere slogans.
Ready for Dialogue with Chief Minister
In a conciliatory yet firm stance, Chandrasekhar expressed readiness to engage in dialogue with the Kerala Chief Minister on implementation issues. He stressed that mere announcements are insufficient, and a thorough examination is needed to understand why promised projects remain unexecuted. The BJP leader's comments come amid broader budget discussions that have seen criticism from various quarters, including West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's characterization of the budget as "Humpty Dumpty" with nothing for common people.
Chandrasekhar concluded by asserting that the Narendra Modi government is action-oriented, and the path forward for Kerala lies in cooperative governance rather than political blame games.
