Rise of controversial governor leaves him favorite for PM spot as opposition picks Modi as leader

Hardline Modi set to be frontman of India’s opposition

AFP – Controversial opposition politician Narendra Modi’s hopes of becoming India’s next premier could get a big boost this weekend when his party chooses its frontman for next year’s general elections. Modi, chief minister of the thriving western state of Gujarat for more than a decade, is widely expected. | Democracy, elections and voting at Democracy Chronicles