Committed politicians need to be obsessed. It is their own choice whether they can be obsessed about their ideological and developmental issues or about themselves.

In the course of my campaign, I have met thousands of people, Trade and Industry Organizations, and several entrepreneurs.  The declining economic situation in the country has impacted all.

In the areas bordering Pakistan, drug trafficking is rampant. A large number of youngsters start with the thrill of experimentation and eventually become drug addicts.

I have campaigned for over two weeks in Amritsar.  It is unquestionably one of the most charming cities in India.

I am in Delhi having to address some public meetings in capital in support of the BJP candidates and to attend the meeting of the BJP Central Election Committee on Andhra Pradesh.

India became independent in 1947. Its Constitution adopted in 1950, accepted parliamentary democracy as its system of government. Its first General Election was held in 1952.