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Hans India
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
EC working in favour of BJP in Bihar: CPM
Vijayawada: CPM Politburo Member BV Raghavulu alleged that the Election Commission (EC) is acting in favour of the BJP by initiating a covert citizenship identification process in the name of voter registration in Bihar. He stated that even while the matter is under consideration by the Supreme Court, the EC has written to other states recommending the implementation of similar processes which are implemented in Bihar. The CPM national leader has demanded for an immediate halt to such actions. Addressing the media at the Balotsavam Bhavan here on Monday, Raghavulu questioned how the EC could announce thatits Special Investigation Report (SIR) in Bihar identified people from Nepal, Bangladesh, and a citizenship identification initiative under the guise of voter registration is inappropriate, said the CPM leader. The Supreme Court had advised using Aadhaar, ration cards, and previous voter rolls to identify voters but the EC is disregarding these guidelines. He warned that by pushing for a Bihar-style SIR in all states even before the Supreme Court's next hearing on July 28, the EC is compromising its neutrality and aligning itself with BJP interests. Other official institutions exist for citizenship matters, and the EC's interference in this domain is unconstitutional, said Raghavulu. Such haste, without reviewing Bihar's experience or awaiting a court ruling, could destroy public trust in constitutional systems, said the CPM leader. The CPM state secretary V Srinivasa Rao stated that farmers in Karidedu are resisting land acquisition for the IndoSol project, cutting across party lines. He alleged that a TDP MLA is trying to divide this resistance and warned the government that forcibly acquiring land without public consent will face backlash. He criticised the government for acquiring land in agency areas for pumped storage power projects without consulting local Gram Sabhas. Over 1.6 lakh acres have already been acquired in the name of development. Many of these remain unused—such as 6,000 acres in Krishnapatnam, 2,500 acres in Prakasam for NIMZ, and 20,000 acres in Donakonda. In Kakinada SEZ, 10,000 acres lie vacant. He questioned whether the real intent is development or mere land grabbing.
New Indian Express
11-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
CPM criticises P4 scheme of CM Chandrababu Naidu
TIRUPATI: CPM Politburo member BV Raghavulu on Saturday criticised the State government's Operation Kagar, despite Maoists expressing readiness for talks. Speaking to the media during the State committee meeting, he condemned Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's 'P4' scheme, calling it an attempt to hand over the poor to corporate forces. Raghavulu also denounced the Central government's alleged crackdown on press freedom, citing the blocking of news portals, journalists' platforms, and social media accounts. He demanded immediate unblocking of the restricted platforms. CPM state secretary V Srinivasa Rao called for the cancellation of long-term power purchase agreements with private firms, claiming they imposed a financial burden on the public. He accused the TDP of abandoning its secular stance and aligning with the BJP's agenda. Rao criticised the government for neglecting issues beyond the capital city of Amaravati and the Polavaram project. CPI(M) leaders V Nagaraju and Kandarapu Murali were also present at the press conference.
Hans India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Naidu's P4 is an insult to the poor: CPM
Tirupati: The zero poverty P4 initiative announced by CM Chandra Babu Naidu under vision 2047 to make Andhra Pradesh poverty free, is nothing but insulting the poor, said CPM Politburo member B V Raghavulu. Speaking to the media along with state CPM state secretary V Srinivas Rao on Saturday said CM Chandra Babu Naidu is playing a drama in the name of P4 to get rid of his government's responsibility of eradication of poverty and is involving the corporates to take care of the poor. Corporates who are ready to support P4 under CSR should first ensure better wages and working conditions to their employees, the CPM leader said adding that hoping to remove poverty with the corporate supported P4 is only a daydream. 'Chandra Babu's philosophy is only insulting the people', he added. Turning his gun on center Raghavulu opposed blocking the web magazine, The Wire' and many news portalsand social media accounts of many journalists. And said this is clearly a blow on press freedom and demanded to remove the ban immediately. He said the CPM will stand with the banned news portal and social media. The CPM leader said the party is not against the fight on terrorism and assured the government of war on terrorism. He strongly opposed 'OperationKagar' against naxals and killing ofMaoists and ignoring their appeals for talks. He demanded to declare cease fire and negotiate with Maoists. CPM state Secretary Srinivas Rao said the long-term power purchase agreement of state government impose heavy burden on the people and demanded to cancel them. He expressed concern on TDP losing its secular nature by moving closer to the communal BJP.
New Indian Express
09-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Curb attempts to incite communal hatred: CPM general secretary MA Baby
TIRUPATI: Communist Party of India (Marxist) leaders issued a strong call to resist the growing tide of neo-fascism in India, urging all democratic and secular forces to unite. This message was emphasised during a public meeting titled 'Victory Spirit of People's Army Against Fascism' held at Kachhapi Auditorium in Tirupati on Thursday. The meeting was followed by the CPM State Committee sessions scheduled at Vemana Vijnana Kendram. The event began with a large rally from the RTC Central Bus Stand to the venue, where hundreds of party workers marched, carrying portraits of Marxist icons. Addressing the gathering, CPM general secretary MA Baby condemned attempts to incite communal hatred following incidents like the Pahalgam terror attack, emphasising that terrorism knows no religion. CPM Politburo member BV Raghavulu criticised the BJP for promoting religious polarisation, removing reservations for marginalised sections
