The Prime Minister spoke out against critics who question the positive changes in the country, including the steady GDP growth occurring under his government's rule. He labeled these individuals as innate pessimists and error-seekers, asserting that the 'power of truth' will ultimately overcome the 'campaign of lies.'
Pointing to several economic successes, such as an impressive quarterly GDP growth of 7.8% and an upgrade of India's rating by the Japan Credit Rating Agency, the Prime Minister stated that those who included the country in the 'vulnerable five' category cannot accept these facts.
He compared them to 'the perpetually dissatisfied uncle in the family who blames everything good and is never satisfied.' Modi used the colloquial expression 'naraaz fufa' as an allusion to the Congress and other groups that questioned the reliability of the growth figures.
Speaking at the centenary celebration of Shri Ram College of Commerce, he emphasized that critics are the same people who opposed all his political initiatives, starting from the Jan Dhan Yojana financial inclusion program and the promotion of Make-in-India.
Furthermore, he noted that India demonstrated significant growth despite difficulties related to wars in the Middle East and Europe, as well as geopolitical factors that prompted opponents to prematurely declare its decline.
The Prime Minister added that his opponents failed to account for the support of the people, which has always helped him navigate crises. Although he did not name names, his main criticism was directed at the Congress, referencing the BJP's 'Jhooth Ki Goonj' campaign against Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj.' Modi stated: 'The 'Satya ki Hoonkar' (power of truth) will triumph over 'Jhooth Ki Goonj' (campaign of lies). '
Continuing his sharp criticism, he said that after his statement 'dimagi Naxal' during the Independence Day address, his critics continue to react strongly. He intensified his sarcasm, saying: 'I gave homeopathic pills in the form of 'dimagi Naxal,' and all 'dimagi Naxals' crawled out. People are seeing the true colors of those who aid this disease.'
The Prime Minister's speech was noted for its attempt to connect with Generation Z. His use of the term 'OG' resonated with students when Modi spoke about the UPA government. He stated: 'These people derive pleasure from the simple and poor population of the country, which runs around them. They operated through this 'mai-baap' culture for decades. But Modi stands before them like a rock.'
Modi delivered this speech at SRCC in February 2013, which effectively launched his prime ministerial campaign several months before the BJP selected him as its candidate. He noted that that speech contributed to a wave, and then he decided to articulate his vision: 'The country is now more socially and economically secure.'