BJP to project PM Modi as a ’man of vision’ in Mysuru roadshow to increase its vote share

The BJP, which is banking on the popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to garner more votes and win seats, is pulling all stops to make the roadshow in Mysuru an ethnic event to remember akin to the Dasara procession.

The BJP, which is banking on the popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to garner more votes and win seats, is pulling all stops to make the roadshow in Mysuru an ethnic event to remember akin to the Dasara procession.

Mr. Modi’s roadshow is slated for April 30 from 5.30 p.m. and the BJP has announced that it will be different from the conventional road shows of political leaders.

For one, there will be seating arrangements for senior citizens to get a view of the Prime Minister from close quarters at designated places.

In addition, different ethnic groups, cultural troupes and folk artistes will be present at identified places all along the 4 km route to create an atmosphere of a carnival showcasing the traditions, cultural diversity and vibrance of Mysuru, said BJP leader S.A. Ramdas here on Friday, April 28.

The plan is to rope in groups of folk artistes and cultural troupes including supporters clad in ethnic attire like members of the Kodava community etc. all of whom will be positioned at different places. Traditional and classical music that is associated with auspicious events will be played in the background by over 100 Nadaswara players.

But, as in all such shows Mr. Modi’s convoy alone will have the right of way on the road and artistes and cultural troupes will be in their respective places behind the barricade separating the public from the PM’s cavalcade.

Mr. Ramdas said that the Prime Minister will be welcomed by a slew of GI products that are specific and unique to Mysuru including the Mysuru Beetle leaves, sandal incense sticks, Mysuru silk etc.