YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, the leader of the YSR Congress Party and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, recently made headlines with his powerful statements and actions. He held a protest in Delhi to draw attention to what he described as the deteriorating law and order situation in Andhra Pradesh under the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) government led by N Chandrababu Naidu.

Dramatic Statements

In an interview, Jagan made a dramatic statement that underscored his frustration and concern: “If you want to kill me, kill me. But why are they attacking those who did not vote for you and our activists? If you’re going to target me, do it. If you are angry with me, kill me.” He emphasized his belief that the TDP government was targeting his supporters and those who did not vote for them.

Law and Order Concerns

Jagan accused the TDP government of allowing widespread violence and chaos. He cited alarming statistics to back up his claims, noting that in just 45 days since the TDP assumed power, there had been 36 political murders and over 300 murder attempts. Additionally, 37 people had committed suicide due to alleged harassment by TDP supporters.

Jagan described these incidents as deliberate attempts to instill fear across the state. He criticized the state police for failing to take appropriate action against the perpetrators and instead targeting the victims. He also demanded an apology from the TDP leader and urged the government to take responsibility for protecting those who did not vote for the TDP.

Protests and Demands

To highlight these issues, Jagan organized a major protest in Delhi. He was joined by YSRCP MLAs, MPs, and MLCs. The protest aimed to bring national attention to the violence and lawlessness in Andhra Pradesh. Jagan also sought appointments with key national leaders, including the President, Prime Minister, and Home Minister, to inform them about the situation in the state.

Jagan demanded that the central government investigate the incidents that had occurred since the TDP came to power and consider imposing President’s Rule in Andhra Pradesh due to the alleged failure of constitutional institutions and the paralysis of state administration.

Background of the Protest

The immediate trigger for Jagan’s protest was the brutal murder of Rashid, a YSRCP youth wing member, in Vinukonda town. Jagan visited Rashid’s family to extend his condolences and used the opportunity to highlight the broader issues of violence and harassment faced by his party members and supporters.

Conclusion

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s protest and his dramatic statements have brought significant attention to the political climate in Andhra Pradesh. By highlighting the violence and lawlessness he attributes to the TDP government, Jagan aims to mobilize support and seek intervention at the national level to address the issues in his state.

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