“Through the ‘toilets first, temples later' remark, Modi put forth a courageous thought. It is surprising that Congress attacked him for that.
“In fact, Modi is saying what Jairam Ramesh said earlier...so, Congress should appoint Modi as a brand ambassador for the toilet project and give a big amount as remuneration to BJP,” the editorial said. “Earlier, when Ramesh put forth the views, BJP, VHP and the Sangh parivar criticised him. Now, BJP leaders are defending Modi.
The editorial further said that if Modi and Ramesh also announce building schools and public facilities on the lands where illegal mosques and madrasas have been built, it will be a true mantra of secularism.
“Build toilets first and temples later,” Modi had said at a function organised for the youths on October 2. Modi had said he dared to say so even though his image as a Hindutva leader did not allow him.
