PM Modi: Opposition wants to use Puducherry as an ATM, has no vision

PM Narendra Modi accuses the opposition of having no vision for Puducherry, wanting to use it as an 'ATM'. He contrasts their 'WEAK' agenda with the NDA's 'BEST Puducherry' vision, expressing confidence in an election victory.

As the Puducherry legislative assembly polls near, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the opposition parties lack a clear vision for developing the Union Territory and are more focused on political control. Sharing an X post, PM Modi alleged that the rival parties want to use Puducherry as an ATM. "While the NDA is working towards BEST Puducherry, the Opposition has no vision for Puducherry's progress. They want to use Puducherry as an ATM and ensure it is ruled by the High Command in Delhi instead of listening to the will of the people," he wrote.

While the NDA is working towards BEST Puducherry, the Opposition has no vision for Puducherry’s progress. They want to use Puducherry as an ATM and ensure it is ruled by the High Command in Delhi instead of listening to the will of the people. A few days ago, I was interacting… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 3, 2026 Referring to his recent interaction with BJP booth workers in the Union Territory, the Prime Minister cited a party worker's remark to underscore his criticism of the opposition. "A few days ago, I was interacting with the BJP booth workers of Puducherry. One of our Karyakartas put it very well when he said that the Opposition's agenda is to create a WEAK Puducherry," he added.

PM Modi defines Opposition's 'WEAK' agenda

Elaborating on the acronym, PM Modi said, "By WEAK, he meant: W- Worst Governance; E- End of Development; A- Against People, K- Kill Economy."

Praise for NDA Government's Performance

The Prime Minister also praised the NDA government's performance in the Union Territory under Chief Minister N Rangasamy, highlighting strides made across sectors. "Under the leadership of Chief Minister N Rangasamy, Puducherry has made strides in several areas. The NDA Government's emphasis on social welfare has connected with a wide range of people. Commendable work has been done in strengthening the public distribution system, job creation, filling vacancies, welfare of farmers, youngsters and more," PM Modi wrote in his X post.

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri N. Rangasamy Ji, Puducherry has made strides in several areas. The NDA Government’s emphasis on social welfare has connected with a wide range of people. Commendable work has been done in strengthening the public distribution system,… pic.twitter.com/ydmsAOdRb6 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 3, 2026 He also lauded the massive turnout at his roadshow in Puducherry today and expressed confidence that the people of the UT have decided to re-elect the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government.

'Phenomenal' Roadshow Boosts Confidence

He held a large roadshow from Ansari Duraisamy Road to Kamaraj Salai in the Union Territory. The Prime Minister called the roadshow "phenomenal" and said the public has clearly decided to re-elect the NDA Government so that we can keep working towards the BJP's vision of creating BEST Puducherry. "Today's roadshow in Puducherry was phenomenal. The people of Puducherry have clearly decided to re-elect the NDA Government so that we can keep working towards our vision of creating BEST Puducherry. What was noteworthy was the presence of our Nari Shakti and Yuva Shakti in large numbers during the roadshow," PM Modi wrote.

https://publish.twitter.com/?query=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fnarendramodi%2Fstatus%2F2040068369932763245&widget=Tweet The remarks come amid heightened political activity in Puducherry, with the BJP-led NDA stepping up its campaign efforts in the Union Territory.

Puducherry Election Details

The polling in Puducherry will take place on April 9. The counting of votes will be held on May 4. The current term of the 30-member Legislative Assembly of the Union Territory is set to expire on June 15.

In the 2021 Puducherry Assembly Elections, AINRC emerged as the largest party with 10 seats, followed by DMK with six seats, while BJP and Congress won six seats each. The voter turnout was recorded at 84.8 per cent.

While in the 2016 elections, Congress had secured a majority with 15 seats, AINRC won eight seats, AIADMK bagged four seats, and DMK got two seats, with voter turnout at 83.6 per cent. (ANI)

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