Mr.Modi will become India's 15th Prime Minister today .Modi is a practical politician . Modi was vociferous in his election speeches against Pakistan and UPA's policy of appeasement with Pak. Similarly Modi was critical of SL & PAK for arresting Indian fishermen .But level headed Modi knew election rhetoric's are different from ground realities and wants to set the rcord straight before he takes the saddle and is in the driver's seat . He has extended an olive branch to all SAARC leaders for his swearing in ceremony despite objections from some quarters . But Modi's diplomacy paid when both SL & PAK decided to release arrested Indian fishermen in their countries as a goodwill gesture . One sincerely hopes Modi would be able to turn this initial euphory to something worthwhile in India's relations with these neighbouring nations . While I appreciate the steadfast resolution of politicians like Vaiko on his ideology and political orientation,he must understand diplomatic parleys are required between nations to resolve issues of this nature . The disposition shown by the heads of the two visiting leaders of SL & PAK could augur a new beginning to resolve issues between these nations .Some how I feel Modi is a politician from India ready for a bigger international stage .
Modi means business and is a shrewd politician.I think he believes in heuristic approaches for problem solving . From what I learnt from newspapers ,he is clubbing related ministries ,may be with a view to deal issues at a single window . He is trying to engage experts in relevant fields under each ministry .I also find a sense of urgency in his approach to get things done rightly and also quickly . He may not vacillate to take decisions if it is beneficial to the nation. I understand he did not hesitate to demolish 600 Hindu temples in Ahmedabad to clear road obstructions . Throughout his hectic election campaigns he was focussed .It is an hallmark of an astute administrator . Now he has to deliver his promises. I was very impressed when he said in one of the election meetings that after 60 months he would give his report card on performance to the people of India .Unless he was so conident of his performance ,I don't think he would have uttered it . In one of the election rallies he said the Chief ministers and Prime minister should work together to make things happen . May be he has an all pervasive development plan for India in mind . I read from papers Modi has an ambitious plan for 24 x 7 power supply across India . This could surely be the engine for growth .Best wishes to Modi and his team to usher in a new India .
Inviting SAARC leaders for the oath taking ceremony was a master stroke by Modi. On the very first day in office Modi held talks with the heads of states of all the neighbouring countries . This was an unprecedented move. This would have allayed the possible misgivings the neighbours would have had on the new regime at Delhi .A good beginning at the international front. China has also warmed up to Modi . Looks like this will augur well for India .
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