Amit Shah vs Yogi: the battle for Modi’s legacy – Asia Times

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In every sphere of life, conflict is very popular. It has its pros and cons depending on the environment. Steve Jobs and Bill Gates ‘ aggressive conflict has contributed to the creation of excellent products. But in the political area, the conflict can get dirty shapes. Social rivalries can escalate into negative or destructive effects, especially when it has to do with succession plans.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal alleged in a statement to his supporters that if the BJP regains control of Uttar Pradesh in 2024, Yogi Adityanath may remain marginalized and Amit Shah may take over as India’s prime minister. Kejriwal alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi may turn 75 next year and leave effective elections.

In his comment, Arvind Kejriwal immediately addressed the prime minister, stating,

While they inquire about our]opposition ] candidate for prime minister, I counter by questioning their own candidate. Modi did pass away on September 17th, 2017, at the age of 75. In 2014, Modi established a law that people reaching this time had leave, beginning with senior officials such as Advani, followed by Murli Manohar Joshi, Sumitra Mahajan, Yashwant Sinha and people. Modi will then take his own retirement on September 17. Instead of attempting to win any seats for himself, he wants to make Amit Shah the next prime minister. Does Amit Shah fulfill the vows made under Modi’s Guarantee?

In my content” Amit Shah: De- Facto Prime Minister of India”, written two years ago, I predicted that Modi did not challenge the 2024 vote for himself but, instead, would accept his trusted lieutenant, Amit Shah.

Ironically, although Modi has never announced his immediate retirement, various projections in the post have come to fruition. As anticipated, Shivraj Chauhan, the former chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, was removed from his place despite winning the express vote. Now, Amit Shah mainly controls the group’s activities including candidate selection and setting the group’s plan.

Amit Shah actually clarified in response to Kejriwal’s notes that Modi may serve his name and that there is no provision in the BJP’s law for retirement at the age of 75.

However, it’s amazing that for a speech did not come from the Party leader, JP Nadda, or from Modi himself, who holds the power to comment on the matter. This indicates who is in control of the party’s final decision. &nbsp,

Notably, Amit Shah does not address the question involving Yogi while he is quite content to defend Modi. The BJP typically leaves no stone unturned when addressing issues relating to its organizational policies and agenda. So, the dynamics of the party’s internal dynamics are questioned by the apparent rivalry between Yogi and Shah over Modi’s legacy.

Guerilla war within BJP&nbsp,

Yogi, also known as Yogi Adityanath, serves as the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, a state crucial in determining national elections with its 80 Parliamentary seats, the largest in India.

Yogi faced marginalization from the central leadership despite having won 62 out of 80 seats for the BJP in the 2019 elections and having two deputy chief ministers appointed to keep him in check.

Even allegedly direct control of routine decisions made during his tenure, such as officer appointments in the Chief Minister’s Office, was maintained by Modi, leading to rumors of a parallel government in UP led by Modi loyalists.

What has happened to some of Yogi’s loyalists is seen as a step in a campaign by Modi- Shah to undermine him, such as the fact that Dhanyjay Singh has been denied access to general elections and Shiv Pratap Shukla has been appointed to his cabinet.

Despite his strong following and support from RSS, questions arise as to why a leader like Yogi is sidelined, unlike Other BJP leaders&nbsp, Hemant Bishwash Sharma, JP Nadda, and Mohan Yadav who are closely associated with Shah. &nbsp,

Yogi is not likely to become anyone’s yes man. He has a personal following of his own. So, certainly, Yogi is the stronger contender for Modi’s legacy within the BJP.

Why Modi chose Amit Shah over Yogi as his successor is questioned by the public. Kejriwal’s accusations do n’t provide a reasonable explanation. What advantages does Modi get from appointing Shah as his successor? &nbsp,

A new dynasty in the making&nbsp,

Post-independence, the Congress party has made sure that Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy is left as the sole protector of centralized politics in India. For ideological continuity and leadership, the family is still at the center. This approach has given the Congress a stable brand identity and a sense of consistency among its supporters.

Traditionally, there was no single dynastic family in the BJP. Adopting the Congress playbook will be a win-win situation for both Modi and Shah. Modi will be the tallest person with the Shah family serving as the only custodian. This will serve as a tactical maneuver in addition to preventing any other BJP leader from overshadowing Modi’s legacy. ensuring that the Modi legacy of Hindutva is unchallenged.

In a strange twist, Modi’s direct accusations against Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani for supporting the rival Congress party also point to their disapproval of the agreement. &nbsp,

By entrusting the Shah family with this responsibility, Modi aims to safeguard his legacy for years to come. Yogi Adityanath, being a Hindu monk, may struggle to protect Modi’s legacy.

This covert Modi-Shah deal raises important questions about the nature of Indian political leadership. The Nehru-Gandhi family, which has faced the pitfalls of dynastic politics, needs to know if the nation is willing to accept a new family-centric leadership model. &nbsp,

By adopting a similar strategy, the BJP runs the risk of undermining its democratic credentials. It has frequently criticized the Congress for its dynastic politics.

Does India want to take the place of one political dynasty, especially one that does n’t have the same historical contributions as the Nehru-Gandhi family?