Speedy Summary
- Vijayawada MP Kesineni sivanath (Chinni) accused YSRCP leaders of attempting to derail the Vijayawada Utsav celebrations.
- He alleged YSRCP leaders such as Devineni Avinash and Perni Venkatramaiah (Nani) filed false petitions in court about temple land used for the event.
- the government leased temple land for ₹44 lakh over 55 days to facilitate the festivities, which he claimed was a transparent process.
- Mr. Sivanath criticized YSRCP leaders over past controversies, including encroachments and alleged misappropriation during Minister Vellampalli’s tenure.
- He dismissed allegations from “blue media” and Jagan Mohan Reddy suggesting his involvement in a ₹500 crore scam related to the Utsav celebrations.
- In his remarks, Mr. Sivanath emphasized development goals for vijayawada while accusing YSRCP of engaging in what he termed “murder politics” and “rowdy culture.”
Indian Opinion Analysis
Kesineni Sivanath’s strong criticisms against competing political figures and parties illustrate heightened tensions ahead of a public festival that could highlight local governance issues.His focus on transparency regarding leasing temple land sheds light on how sensitive public religious spaces can become points of contention in political rivalries. Allegations on both sides underscore challenges when balancing development agendas with accusations of misuse or corruption.While Mr. Sivanath appeals for progress-oriented dialogues, such confrontations risk overshadowing core issues like city development during major events like Vijayawada Utsav.
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