New Delhi: Jagan protests against violence in Andhra, INDIA bloc leaders extend support
The party has set up a one-day photo and video exhibition
By Newsmeter Network Published on 24 July 2024 9:46 AM GMT
New Delhi: Opposition leaders from Shiv Sena (UBT), AIADMK, Samajwadi Party and TMC extended their solidarity to Andhra Pradesh former chief minister and YSRCP president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy in his Delhi protest against alleged deteriorating law and order situation and violence in Andhra Pradesh.
On Wednesday, Jagan staged a protest in the national capital and the party has set up a one-day photo and video exhibition at India International Centre, showcasing what the party claims targeted violence against YSRCP cadres in Andhra Pradesh.
In a post on X, Jagan stated that he would like to draw attention to a grave concern that threatens the very spirit of our democracy and the principles of justice and equality that our nation stands for. "In the last 45 days, Andhra Pradesh has witnessed a series of unprecedented atrocities under the TDP Government. The rule of law has been blatantly disregarded, and the administration has indulged in acts that are blatantly tyrannical. Leaders and workers of the ruling party, with their barbarism, are causing widespread fear among the people of the state," he wrote on X.
He alleged that the targeted violence and harassment faced by YSRCP sympathisers is not just an attack on a political party but an attack on democracy itself.
"In just 45 days of the new regime, more than 30 people have been murdered, 300 plus murder attempts have been made, 35 people have committed suicide due to TDP harassment, 560 private properties have been destroyed, 490 government properties have been vandalized, nearly 2,700 families have left their homes and villages and over 1,050 incidents of violence and attacks have been reported," he pointed out.
National party leaders condemn:
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut condemned the violence by TDP against YSRCP workers in Andhra Pradesh. He attended a protest led by Jagan Reddy against the CM Naidu-led Andhra Pradesh government. Sanjay Raut also extended his support to YSRCP chief Jagan Reddy, criticised the TDP government for the continuous violence by TDP goons against YSR Congress workers and called for a detailed investigation by the Centre into the prevailing violence in Andhra Pradesh.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant stated that if the violence continues, Andhra Pradesh will soon become the next Manipur.
Rajya Sabha MP and AIADMK leader M Thambidurai attended the protest against the TDP government over the prevailing violence against YSRCP workers.
Samajwadi party MP AkhileshYadav strongly condemned the acts of violence and expressed his gratitude to YSJagan for inviting him. He stated that without the invitation, he would not have been aware of the severe state violence occurring in Andhra Pradesh.
Akhilesh emphasised that the TDP's actions are an attempt to instil fear among the people of Andhra Pradesh by targeting YSRCP workers.
Akhilesh Yadav also highlighted the intolerable nature of the TDP government's harsh treatment towards YSRCP workers. He urged CM Naidu to take serious measures to halt the violence and ensure the safety and security of all political workers and people in the state.
Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi criticised the TDP government over the atrocities and violence against YSRCP workers. She called for the top court to intervene and take suo motu cognizance of the violence against YSR Congress workers.
Rajya Sabha MP and TMC leader Nadimul Haque expressed his anger against the Naidu-led Andhra Pradesh government over the continuous violence in the state.
Sources said YS Jagan may also seek meetings with President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the issue.
