BJP president Amit Shah on Friday slammed opposition parties for their criticism of the Narendra Modi government’s move of scrapping Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes.” "It is the political parties that are afraid of the Modi masterstroke. The common people are not facing any problems," Shah claimed at a press conference in New Delhi. "This is a democracy. There isn't a year that goes by in this country without an election. There are two elections coming up next year," said Shah, when asked about the timing of the move. He also singled out four political parties and attacked them for their criticism of the decision to demonetize the high-denomination notes. "I can understand if this move has sparked panic among black marketeers or terrorists or drug dealers. But, I am surprised at the panic that it has caused among the various political parties," he said. "The middle class, the poor and small traders will face no problems," he said, adding that there is no need to rush as the currency notes will be accepted till December end.