Freebies Vs Progress: Gadkari's Bold Statement: Choose Development Over Short-Term Benefits

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari shared his views on the growing trend of political freebies during his appearance at Aaj Tak’s event ‘Agenda Aaj Tak.’ Addressing the issue, Gadkari emphasized the need to focus on economic development, boosting agriculture, improving infrastructure, and providing better facilities such as roads, airports, and sustainable living conditions. He highlighted that the race to offer freebies has turned into a competition among political parties, diverting attention from real development work. Gadkari urged political leaders to prioritize long-term development that enhances the country’s economic strength and improves citizens’ standard of living and happiness index. He also appealed to the public to shift their mindset from being attracted to immediate freebies and instead support sustainable development. "If people change their thinking, political parties will be compelled to rethink their strategies and focus on meaningful progress."