Road Rage: Jana Sena Slams YSRCP After Rs 4.75 Crore Road Demolished
Jana Sena's Kiran Royal and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan demand arrests after a Rs 4.75 crore public road in Tirupati was demolished.
A political storm has erupted in Tirupati after a newly constructed public road, built at a cost of Rs 4.75 crore, was reportedly demolished under the cover of darkness. Jana Sena Tirupati in-charge Kiran Royal has launched a scathing attack on the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP), alleging that the act was driven by a fear of electoral defeat and an inability to witness the development brought by the current coalition government.
'Worse Than Murder': Kiran Royal's Fierce Allegations
Speaking to ANI, Kiran Royal did not mince words, describing the destruction of public infrastructure as an act "worse than murder." He alleged that the demolition took place in the middle of the night, painting a picture of arrogance among YSRCP leaders who supposedly could not tolerate the progress being made in the region.
Addressing the YSRCP's defense—which claimed the road was built on private land—Royal dismissed the "fact-check" as entirely false. He argued that the road was intended for public use and its destruction serves as a testament to the desperation of the opposition.
A Direct Hit at YS Jagan Mohan Reddy
The political spat took a personal turn as Royal targeted YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. He questioned Jagan's previous boasts regarding unanimous electoral victories, asking what explanation the leader has now. Royal specifically pointed toward the constituencies of MP Peddireddy Mithun Reddy and former minister Peddireddy Ramachandra Reddy, questioning if Jagan would take similar action regarding their "unanimous" wins.
In a sharp metaphorical attack, Royal remarked that the "tail of the Pulivendula tiger has been cut off," claiming that the coalition government has successfully penetrated and gained control over the YSRCP's traditional stronghold. He further mocked Jagan's habit of suspending party members, sarcastically asking who would be the next target of such disciplinary action.
Pawan Kalyan Orders Strict Action and Recovery
The controversy has reached the highest levels of the state administration. Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has intervened, directing officials to ensure that non-bailable charges are filed against the perpetrators.
The incident involved a YSRCP leader and an accomplice who allegedly used a tractor to plough up a 100-metre stretch of the road. This specific segment connected Ananthasamudram and Papakkagaripalle in the Tirupati district. The road had been completed just a week prior as part of the ‘Palle Panduga 3.0’ initiative.
Zero Tolerance for Infrastructure Damage
Labeling the act as an "unforgivable offence," Pawan Kalyan has mandated a three-pronged approach to deal with the culprits:
- Immediate Arrests: The Deputy CM has demanded the swift apprehension of those involved.
- Public Shaming: He ordered the public disclosure of the identities of the individuals responsible for the damage.
- Financial Recovery: In a stern move, Kalyan ordered the invocation of the Revenue Recovery Act to ensure the costs of repairing the road are recovered directly from the culprits.
Meanwhile, Kiran Royal has urged the Superintendent of Police to ensure that the cases registered are under non-bailable sections to prevent the accused from escaping legal accountability.