Prime Minister Modi is the best leader for India, said US singer Mary Millben.
Washington:
African-American actress and singer Mary Millben praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he stands for women and is the best leader for India and the progress of Indian citizens.
Ms Millben made the comments while reacting to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s derogatory language in the state assembly to explain the role of education and women in population control.
Ms. Millben said the 2024 election season has begun globally, in America and certainly in India. “Election seasons present an opportunity for change, to put an end to outdated policies and unprogressive people and replace them with voices and values that inspire and truly align with the beliefs of all citizens and what is important for the collective future of a nation the best is.” “
She further said, “Many people ask why I support Prime Minister Modi and follow India’s affairs so closely. The answer is simple. I love India…And I believe Prime Minister Modi is the best leader for India and progress.” Indian citizens. He is the best leader for US-India relations and for the world’s global economic stability…The Prime Minister stands for women.”
On Wednesday, Ms Millben criticized Nitish Kumar over his derogatory remarks in the state assembly. Millben then urged a “brave” woman to “come forward” and announce her candidature for the post of Bihar chief minister.
Ms Millben also called on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to “give a woman the power to lead in Bihar”.
“After #NitishKumar Ji’s comments, I believe a brave woman must announce her candidature for the post of Bihar Chief Minister. If I were a citizen of #India, I would move to Bihar and run for the post of Prime Minister. The BJP.” should empower a woman to take charge in Bihar. This would be the true feeling of empowerment and development of women in response. Or #Bihar, do what #SRK exhorted in #Jawan: ‘Vote’ and bring about change,” Mary Millben posted on X.
Brothers and sisters of India, Namaste 🙏🏾
The 2024 election season has begun around the world, here in America and certainly in India. Election times present an opportunity for change to end outdated policies and unprogressive people and replace them with voices and… pic.twitter.com/yaetjrhgqk
— Mary Millben (@MaryMillben) November 8, 2023
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a blistering attack on Nitish Kumar over his derogatory comments against women over population control, saying crass words were spoken in the state Assembly and there was “no shame”.
At an election rally in Madhya Pradesh, Prime Minister Modi did not mention Nitish Kumar by name but referred to his comments on Tuesday.
The Bihar chief minister sparked controversy on Tuesday after he used derogatory language in the state assembly.
Nitish Kumar was speaking during the winter session of the Bihar Assembly. The Prime Minister made these remarks while emphasizing the need for girls’ education to curb population growth.
After an uproar over his comments, Mr. Kumar apologized on Wednesday and said he would take back his words.
“If my words were wrong, I apologize. If anyone was hurt by my words, I take them back,” Mr Kumar told reporters.
His comments also sparked outrage from the National Commission for Women (NCW), which called on him to issue an unconditional apology.
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