Modi kicks off poll campaign from Surat, begins with Games in Delhi

Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched his election campaign from Surat for the October 10 civic polls in six cities. Addressing the party members at a meeting here, he urged everyone to work together for the party, irrespective of the nominations.

Giving an example of late Ashok Bhatt, Modi said one should remain loyal to the party, even if he does not get a chance to contest in any election. “Bhatt had never demanded ticket or post in the party but worked loyally for the party. Your sincere and loyal efforts will help you get posts and tickets in the party,” said Modi.

He asked that the candidates to highlight the development, security issues during their campaigns in their respective wards.

Slamming the Congress for its double standards, he said the senior leaders are least bothered about the large-scale corruption in the Commonwealth Games but are more interested in digging out other scams.

Over the issue of A and B forms and mandates, He said: “The senior Congress leaders are busy with CBI helping them on different issues in Gujarat. They should have given attention to the candidates forms and mandates to avoid such a situation.”

Sushma to join CM in Rajkot

Chief Minister Narendra Modi and opposition leader in Lok Sabha Sushma Swaraj will address public meetings in Rajkot ahead of polls on October 10.

Modi will again be the campaigner for the BJP and address couple of public meets in Rajkot, Party sources said adding Sushma Swarj will attend a public meeting on October 5. Former cricketer and BJP MP Navjotsingh Siddhu is expected to address a rally on October 3, sources said.