ThePrint ThePrintAM: WHAT ARE THE HIGHLIGHTS OF PM MODI's RAJYA SABHA SPEECH?
Feb 5, 2026
A brisk rundown of key parliamentary moments and fiery political exchanges. Claims of opposition plots and criticism over controversial remarks make headlines. Banking reforms, mergers and economic achievements are highlighted. Regional governance and law-and-order accusations spark sharp debate.
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Opposition Hatred Framed As Political Motive
- Narendra Modi framed opposition slogans like "Modi teri kabra khudegi" as evidence of deep political hatred and intent to undo his actions.
- He linked that alleged hatred to specific policy moves (Article 370, Northeast peace, actions against terrorists) to explain why opponents target him.
Banking Reforms Presented As Swift Fix
- Modi emphasised banking reforms, saying his government merged weak banks and acted immediately after coming to office.
- He argued these reforms were decisive and countered critics who doubted the government's capacity to fix banks.
Exchange Framed As Community Insult
- Modi accused Rahul Gandhi of insulting Sikhs by calling MP Ravneet Singh Bittu a traitor, portraying it as an attack on the community and gurus.
- He used the exchange to assert moral high ground and to nationalize a partisan insult into communal disrespect.