The stage is set for Narendra Modi, whose name will be proposed as the prime ministerial candidate by his party today. The existing bitterness between Modi and LK Advani camps is expected to continue even after Bhartiya Janata Party announces the Gujarat chief minister's name as its choice of the leader who will head the nation if NDA wins the 2014 general elections.
Also read: Advani has a choice: He can play statesman or spoiler Speaking about this development to CNBC-TV18, Rajdeep Sardesai says the BJP has gambled big time by putting all eggs in Modi's basket, but the news has definitely stumped the ruling Congress. Also, Modi will earn the respect of his peers once he becomes BJP's face. Advani's reaction to his party's selection of PM candidate will be worth watching. Sardesai observed that if Advani decides to leave party in anguish, it will send shockwaves across the saffron party. Sardesai is, however, skeptical of a NDA win in the forthcoming general elections. "I do not see Modi becoming PM unless NDA gets 200 seats."Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated!