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Critics of India's Modi Migrate Online as Mainstream Media Stays Deferential

As India gears up for its general election, the absence of critical appraisal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in mainstream media is conspicuous. Traditional channels and newspapers largely refrain from scrutinizing Modi, prompting critics to turn to online over 27 million views, highlighting concerns over stifling dissent and alleged misuse of federal agencies to target political opponents. Similarly, Rathore's Bhojpuri music video addresses issues like cronyism, electoral funding, unemployment, inflation, and minority rights violations, resonating with viewers seeking alternative perspectives.

The surge of dissenting voices on platforms to voice dissent.

This shift is evident in the proliferation of critical content on digital platforms, where voices like YouTuber Dhruv Rathee and music producer Neha Singh Rathore have gained significant traction. Rathee's video, accusing Modi of authoritarian behaviour, has garnered social media, particularly in Hindi, the language of India's heartland and BJP's stronghold, underscores a growing disillusionment with traditional media. Rather, speaking from Germany, suggests that people have lost faith in conventional news outlets and turn to independent journalists on social media for unfiltered insights into pressing issues.

In his video, Rathee emphasizes the role of citizens in safeguarding democracy, portraying social media as the last bastion of resistance against perceived institutional compromises. However, the absence of a response from the prime minister's office and BJP spokespersons reflects a broader reluctance to engage with dissenting narratives.

While the government has refuted allegations of silencing dissent and defended arrests as necessary measures against lawbreakers, the prevalence of critical content online suggests a deep-seated scepticism among segments of the Indian populace. As the election unfolds, the influence of digital platforms in shaping public discourse and political narratives is poised to grow, challenging the hegemony of mainstream media and reshaping the dynamics of Indian democracy.

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