If you want to experience actual aggression over political ideologies, then go to the drawing room of any Indian household. There, you will find one or two persons vehemently opposing Modi. Two others will be defending him. Additionally, a few spectators will be clueless about the ongoing feud.
After 2014, a news channel emerged that glorified every small detail or achievement of the Modi government. Many unsuspecting people ingested the news blindly. They did not verify any facts and adulated Modi as godly. Many question this behavior and call Modi’s supporters “Andh-bhakts.” It means a blind believer. These people always support Modi, regardless of the consequences. On the contrary, the persons opposing Modi are termed as leftists/anti-nationals, etc. There is clear polarization, and people are falling prey to it. The whole narrative has been divided into two perspectives. There is no middle path where the two extreme viewpoints converge.
Whatever the consequences of the argument over such geopolitical topics, the Indian middle-class household has been divided into two groups. One section prefers Modi and will defend him at any cost. The other is passionate about branding Modi as a narcissistic autocrat. Constantly comparing oneself to Nehru is tedious, but Andh-bhakts continue the practice whenever online trolling mode is activated. Then, the bots start the proceedings.
Comes the election season! Before the opinion polls with their strange statistics, one question arises. “If not Modi, then who?” The opposition was weaker. They put up no resistance to obstruct his winning streak. Many oppose this autocratic mindset and secretly pray for the revival of Congress to beat the BJP. Nevertheless, the ongoing political climate and fear of backlash from Modi supporters force them to remain silent.
Unfortunately, such bickering and finger-pointing among friends, relatives, and family members often lead to disputes over political philosophy. This creates a mess. These fights often lead to bad blood or strained relationships between friends and acquaintances. Politicians usually switch parties for personal gain. They act without regard for their morals. In contrast, current followers who stand to gain nothing overemphasize their political affiliations.
The “Ayega toh” comment should be used to welcome progressive steps towards development. It is also a tool to offer constructive criticism to further the cause of Indian state welfare. It shouldn’t be used as a medium to mock another person and take a personal vendetta against another political philosophy. The conclusion should be subtle enough to differentiate between civil and uncivil behavior in the name of political discussion.
The Witty Stride 