I am confident of easy victory; PM Modi too has appreciated my work: Simha

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January 6, 2019

Mysuru, Jan 6: Mysuru-Kodagu MP Pratap Simha has claimed that Karnataka BJP president and former chief minister BS Yeddyurappa had asked him to start preparing for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.

The statement assumes significance amidst conflicting reports of the BJP contemplating denying Pratap Simha the ticket to contest the upcoming polls in view of his poor performance.

Speaking to media persons on Saturday the parliamentarian said: “One section of the media is misleading the people about my candidature. They want me to return to journalism. But, I can tell you that I am contesting the Lok Sabha elections on a BJP ticket, and am confident of coasting to an easy win,” said Simha.

Pointing out that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, no less, had expressed appreciation for his work in the constituency, Simha added, “When this is the case, baseless stories are only creating confusion among voters. I am in politics to stay, and will continue to fight. I will continue to champion the causes of the people. I am the kind of person who, if a stone is hurled at me, I will use it to construct a building.”

On the other hand, reacting to Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president Dinesh Gundurao treating the seizure of Rs 26.5 lakh in cash from the office of social welfare minister and Congress leader Puttaranga Shetty – Dinesh dubbed the amount ‘peanuts’ – Simha had a tongue-in-cheek reply at the ready. “When they can get crores from projects like the Steel Bridge in Bengaluru, this amount will amount to ‘peanuts’. I must congratulate Dinesh for admitting what is the bitter truth,” Simha said.

Recalling an incident wherein former social welfare minister H Anjaneya’s wife was allegedly caught on camera accepting what was purported to be a bribe, Simha said, “But the Congress did not take any action against him. This shows the culture of corruption prevailing in the Congress.”

Highlighting the achievements of BJP-led NDA government at the Centre, Simha said that the Ujwala Yojana had, by providing LPG to households, decreased dependence on kerosene and other cooking fuel. He also pointed to the ‘Ayushman Bharat’ scheme as one of the central government’s flagship schemes.

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Paper Shimha appreciated by Corporate Simha...

Dear Simha, you are a hate monger and always give unrealistic, unconstutional and inflamatory statements. You never work on public welfare but concentrate on dividing the society for the benefit of your party and yourself. I dont think people will vote yu next time. they are fed up with your illogic way. You better take retirement and start pakoda shop thereby follwing footstep of your master. I am sure that your master will appreciste this.

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PM Modi vows to strengthen India-Maldives ties, inks currency swap deal with President Muizzu

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October 7,2024

New Delhi: Seeking to strengthen bilateral ties, India and the Maldives on Monday inked a currency swap agreement to the tune of $400 million, a move that would help the archipelago nation overcome foreign exchange reserve issues.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visiting Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu also launched Rupay card in the Maldives, inaugurated the new runway at the Hanimadhoo International airport and agreed to further strengthen bilateral relations that had hit a rocky patch last year.

Muizzu, who is on a four-day state visit, held talks with Prime Minister Modi at the Hyderabad House here.

After the talks, India also handed over 700 social housing units to the Maldives built under the EXIM Bank’s buyer’s credit facilities.

"Today, we have inaugurated the redeveloped Hanimaadhoo Airport. Now, the Greater Male Connectivity Project will also be expedited. We will also support the development of a new commercial port in Thilafushi," Modi told reporters here with Muizzu by his side.

Modi said India and Maldives have decided to initiate discussion on the Free Trade Agreement to further strengthen economic ties.

The prime minister described Maldives as a "close friend" which had an important position in India's neighbourhood policy and SAGAR vision.

"India has always fulfilled the responsibilities of a neighbour. Today, we have taken up the vision of a comprehensive economic and maritime security partnership to give our mutual cooperation a strategic direction," Modi said.

Earlier, Muizzu was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhawan by President Droupadi Murmu. Prime Minister Modi was also present on the occasion.

Muizzu was given a tri-services guard of honour before he drove down the Rajghat to offer his respects at the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

The ties between India and the Maldives came under severe strain since Muizzu, known for his pro-China leanings, took charge of the top office in November.

Muizzu won the presidential election last year on the 'India out' campaign and asked New Delhi to withdraw its military personnel posted in the archipelago nation by May this year.

The bilateral ties also hit a rocky patch when Maldivian ministers were critical of Modi. However, Muizzu has since toned down his anti-India stance and even sacked ministers who were critical of the Indian prime minister.

As the Maldives was grappling with a serious economic downturn, India has decided to extend vital budgetary support to the Maldives government with the rollover of a $50 million Treasury Bill for another year.

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