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MEGHNA BALI, REPORTER: It’s the largest democratic exercise in the world - 970 million eligible voters, 2600 political parties and one likely winner.
He's vying to win a third consecutive term in power and here in Modi country, it feels like he's going get it.VOX POP : I would give up my life for Mr Modi. NEELANJAN SIRCAR: Modi is sort of the first 24/7 campaigning prime minister, right. A large part of what Prime Minister Modi represents is somebody who is constantly trying to build a direct connection with the voter.
Their leader, Rahul Gandhi, is the scion of a dynasty that gave the country three prime ministers - his father, grandmother, and great grandfather. We believe that India is a socialist country, and it is the job of the state to ensure that people are not destitute, that farmers don't go bankrupt, that people have jobs at the end of the day. This is what unites us.
I strongly feel that Congress had done nothing for Muslim community, but to ensure that they are a frightened lot, and they are used as a captive vote bank.VOX POP : It's time for change. My business is down. Should I look after myself or Modi?
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