Political Air Transformed: How Foreign Media Covered Modi 3.0 Oath
10.06.2024: New Delhi – Narendra Modi was sworn in as the Prime Minister of India for a historic third term on Sunday. Alongside him, 72 ministers took the oath, though their specific roles are yet to be assigned. This cabinet includes members from BJP’s coalition partners, marking the first instance of PM Modi sharing power with allies since he first assumed office in 2014.
This significant event drew considerable international attention. Here’s a look at how the global media covered the swearing-in ceremony of PM Modi, who follows Jawaharlal Nehru as the only other Prime Minister to be elected for three consecutive terms.
The New York Times
The New York Times observed a noticeable shift in New Delhi’s political atmosphere with the new government taking charge. It highlighted that without a parliamentary majority, PM Modi has leaned on a diverse coalition, giving his allies newfound prominence and influence.
BBC
BBC offered an objective report on the swearing-in, avoiding in-depth analysis of Modi 3.0 and the election results. It did, however, mention that the ruling alliance’s victory margin was narrower than exit polls had suggested, noting a notable “resurgence of India’s opposition.”
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera focused on the challenges ahead for the BJP in maintaining policy consistency within a coalition government. It pointed out the potential difficulties posed by coalition-era veterans Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu, who have considerable sway and could be courted by the opposition.
Bloomberg
Bloomberg captured the grandeur of the oath-taking ceremony, which saw 8,000 guests, including foreign heads of state, business magnates, and Bollywood stars. It noted the historic aspect of PM Modi sharing power for the first time while continuing his leadership.
AFP
France’s AFP provided a comprehensive overview of the event, detailing the decorations and the coalition partners crucial to the government’s formation. Although the new cabinet’s specifics remain undisclosed, AFP noted that major coalition parties are expected to demand significant concessions for their support.
PM Modi’s Oath-Taking Ceremony: Live Updates
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony for his third consecutive term is a landmark event, as he joins Jawaharlal Nehru as the only leaders to achieve this feat after completing full terms previously.
Joining him were prominent ministers, including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and JP Nadda, who also took their oaths.
To ensure smooth proceedings, Delhi Police deployed around 1,100 traffic police officers and issued a public advisory on traffic and route arrangements for the delegates attending the ceremony.
Reflecting India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy, several regional leaders and heads of state from the Indian Ocean region were invited as distinguished guests, underlining the significance of this momentous occasion.