India, June 13 -- Two thoughts came to my mind as I heard the prime minister (PM) address the nation on Monday, and I'd like to start with them. How artfully he can create a blemish-free image of himself and how cleverly he can dodge the blame directed at him by his critics. I almost came to admire his performance, as PM Modi weaved and ducked, claiming credit where little is due and avoiding blame where much is arguably deserved. It was a masterful attempt to make things look different to what we know. It would have been pretty convincing until you paused to consider the real facts....