‘Double-engine’ Government Benefitted Himachal, says BJP Leader Tandon

GG News Bureau

Shimla, 8th Nov. Senior party leader Sanjay Tandon has said that the BJP’s “double-engine” government has benefited Himachal Pradesh by increasing the speed of development projects and the implementation of various schemes in the state.

He also expressed confidence that the BJP will retake power in the hill state following the November 12 assembly elections on the basis of overall development in the state.

 “In a state like Himachal where resources are limited, the double-engine government will be more beneficial, ” Tandon said.

The double-engine government refers to the BJP’s control of both Himachal Pradesh and the Centre.

He cited the Ayushman Bharat scheme as an example, and the Himachal Pradesh government launched a similar scheme called Himcare.

With only a few days until the election, Tandon, who has been holding a series of election rallies across the state, said, “More and more people are aligning themselves with the BJP because they know well that only our party can take the state to new heights of development.”

“Today, what is the Congress’ position in the country, it is not hidden from anyone. So, they may try to woo people with false promises, but that is not going to work,” said Tandon.

When asked if the anti-incumbency factor would play a role, Tandon stated, “The development has been carried out and it is visible on the ground.” “I don’t think anti-incumbency is a factor in these polls.”

He praised the Jairam Thakur-led BJP government, saying the chief minister provided good leadership.

“He is a simple man. He is available for everyone,” he said.   On some BJP rebels entering the poll fray, he said, “it is not going to hurt our mission repeat prospect”.

Tandon also stated that the Congress’ promise to restore the Old Pension Scheme will have little impact.

“In Chattisgarh where they announced it, they have not been able to implement it there. Moreover, in Himachal, it was their own government which implemented the New Pension Scheme,” he said.