Jagan Accuses TD Govt Of Crushing Democratic Rights In AP
YSRC, despite pressure and intimidation, remains committed to addressing public concerns: Reports
VIJAYAWADA: YSRC president and former chief minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy accused the Chandrababu Naidu-led government of suppressing democratic rights in Andhra Pradesh, calling the administration authoritarian.
In a post on social media platform ‘X’, Jagan alleged systematic targeting of the opposition and curbing of citizens’ rights to protest and express grievances. He cited five specific incidents to support his claim:
Mirchiyard, Guntur (Feb 19, 2025): Jagan met mirchi farmers over the price crash from ₹27,000 to ₹8,000 per quintal. One case was filed.
Ramagiri (April 8, 2025): A condolence visit over the murder of BC leader Kuruba Lingamaiah led to a case being filed against YSRCP coordinator Thopadurthi Prakash Reddy.
Podili (June 11, 2025): After interacting with tobacco farmers facing price drops, three cases were filed. Fifteen farmers were jailed; four arrested.
Sattenapalli (June 18, 2025): A condolence visit over a suicide due to police harassment resulted in five cases, 131 notices, and two remands.
Bangarupalyam (July 9, 2025): Jagan’s visit in support of mango farmers led to five more cases. Over 20 people were detained without being produced in court.
Jagan asserted that the YSRC, despite pressure and intimidation, remains committed to addressing public concerns.
