NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has criticised Left politics as a “retrograde ideology” which has lost a lot of ground, even as he praised BJP MP from Kerala, C Sadanandan Master’s maiden speech in Rajya Sabha, and admired his courage after he lost his legs in a brutal attack by alleged supporters of CPM over three decades ago.Master had put his prosthetic legs on display as he delivered his speech in the House on Feb 2 to highlight the brutality of his CPM rivals, a charge rejected by the party’s members.Modi said, “Your courage is widely known in Kerala and to a lot of us, but when you displayed the artificial limbs that support you, it surprised people in Parliament and across the length and breadth of India. People were unable to digest how in a vibrant democracy like ours, a hardworking teacher could be attacked like this by followers of a retrograde ideology.” He added, “And today, it is worth noting that the retrograde ideology has shrunk greatly, while you are sitting proudly in Parliament! The manner in which a few MPs were mocking you and questioning your struggles was appalling even by their own dismal standards.” Modi, however, did not directly mention the Left parties.The PM echoed Sadanandan’s anguish over the political situation in poll-bound Kerala, saying people are tired of the Congress-led UDF and CPM-led LDF, two principal rivals in a state where BJP has made some gains but remains a distant third so far.Modi recalled his recent visit to Thiruvananthapuram and said the welcome he got was exceptional. “The presence of youngsters in particular was gladdening to see. It shows that the people of Kerala are appreciating our vision of Vikasita Keralam. I am sure you are happy that Kerala will benefit significantly from the recently presented budget and its provisions across a wide range of sectors,” he said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Few Political Elements Trying To Distort’: Goyal Explains India-US Trade Deal, Slams Opposition‘India Has A Preference Over…’: Piyush Goyal On US Trade Deal, Trump’s ‘Russian Oil’ Claim‘Embarrassed Himself’: Gaurav Gogoi Slams Assam CM Himanta Sarma Over ‘Pakistan Links’ Allegation‘1.25 Crore Hindus In Bangladesh’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Issues Big Unity CallUkraine to Gaza: Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim hails PM Modi’s unwavering global peace pushGogoi’s wife Elizabeth worked for Pakistani agent Ali Tauqeer Sheikh: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma‘India’s Stand on Terrorism Is Clear’: PM Modi Speaks Firmly During Malaysia Visit”Strategic Ties And Trade Strengthened”: PM Modi Exchanges MoUs With Malaysian PM’Reasons For Reducing Russian Oil Imports Are…’ Foreign Expert Explains India-US Trade FrameworkIndia Reiterates Energy Security Priority, Signals Russia Oil Imports Will Continue123Photostories5 Vastu-approved plants you should bring home today for prosperity5 effective ways to keep spiders away from your home and garden (third is a magical remedy!)Top 6 cheapest destinations to travel in India in 20268 types of kadhi from across India to try for lunchScarlett Johansson net worth: Inside the USD 165 million fortune of Marvel’s ‘Black Widow’ starFrom Bad Bunny, Green Day to Charlie Puth: Full list of Super Bowl 60 performersFrom a massive living room to lavish bedrooms: A look at Samay Raina’s luxurious housePM Narendra Modi’s Panch Prana goal and the role of Shatavari and it’s importance in traditional Indian kitchens7 warning signs of structural defects every homeowner should know‘The Fame Game’, ‘Mrs. Deshpande’, ‘Maa Behen’: Madhuri Dixit Nene’s evolving OTT journey123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingCooper Kupp WifeCardi BJames Pearce JrChristian GonzalezSuper Bowl PredictionsBad BunnyTom BradyKendall JennerKayla NicoleNBA Trade Update
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has criticised Left politics as a “retrograde ideology” which has lost a lot of ground, even as he praised BJP MP from Kerala, C Sadanandan Master’s maiden speech in Rajya Sabha, and admired his courage after he lost his legs in a brutal attack by alleged supporters of CPM over three decades ago.Master had put his prosthetic legs on display as he delivered his speech in the House on Feb 2 to highlight the brutality of his CPM rivals, a charge rejected by the party’s members.Modi said, “Your courage is widely known in Kerala and to a lot of us, but when you displayed the artificial limbs that support you, it surprised people in Parliament and across the length and breadth of India. People were unable to digest how in a vibrant democracy like ours, a hardworking teacher could be attacked like this by followers of a retrograde ideology.” He added, “And today, it is worth noting that the retrograde ideology has shrunk greatly, while you are sitting proudly in Parliament! The manner in which a few MPs were mocking you and questioning your struggles was appalling even by their own dismal standards.” Modi, however, did not directly mention the Left parties.The PM echoed Sadanandan’s anguish over the political situation in poll-bound Kerala, saying people are tired of the Congress-led UDF and CPM-led LDF, two principal rivals in a state where BJP has made some gains but remains a distant third so far.Modi recalled his recent visit to Thiruvananthapuram and said the welcome he got was exceptional. “The presence of youngsters in particular was gladdening to see. It shows that the people of Kerala are appreciating our vision of Vikasita Keralam. I am sure you are happy that Kerala will benefit significantly from the recently presented budget and its provisions across a wide range of sectors,” he said.
