Even after Tuesday’s result, which points to Modi for the first time leading a govt without an absolute majority, it is not as if there will be a U-turn.After all, Modi had refused to give free electricity as Gujarat CM. However, the reluctance to open purse strings is expected to be far less, more so because demands are going to rise from voters, NDA allies.
The approach will remain calibrated. So, BJP and its allies, while steering clear of guaranteeing MSP for farmers or reworking the formula, will be more generous in increasing the price. Besides, the Centre, which was reluctant to increase the PM-KISAN annual payout from Rs 6,000 announced five years ago, will be more open to it.
Lok Sabha Elections
Assembly Elections
Ahead of polls, Modi govt focused on filling up vacancies in govt. That’s something that is expected to get a fillip given that jobs have been a key poll issue. The Union Budget, which is expected in mid-July, will lay out the roadmap.