Modi Slams 'Retrograde' Left: Are Ideologies Losing Their Legs?
PM Modi's declaration of left politics as a 'retrograde ideology' isn't just a rhetorical jab; it's a strategically deployed narrative, using the poignant display of prosthetic limbs in Rajya Sabha as a dramatic anchor. One might observe that the true 'retrograde' element isn't an economic theory, but rather the increasingly uncivil tactics that seem to strip political discourse of its foundational legs. Perhaps some political movements are simply finding it harder to stand on their own merits without resorting to less savory methods.
The specific catalyst for this powerful statement was BJP MP C Sadanandan Master, who courageously showcased his prosthetic legs in the Rajya Sabha, alleging they were a result of an attack by CPM supporters years prior. Prime Minister Modi swiftly leveraged this moment, not only commending Master's indomitable spirit but also framing a broader indictment of what he termed a 'retrograde ideology' actively diminishing political space. This carefully orchestrated condemnation serves to amplify the ruling party's narrative against perceived political violence, while simultaneously pigeonholing the Left as an aggressive, anachronistic force in the national dialogue.
