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Hans India
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Plea to support strike on May 20
Rajamahendravaram: CPI National Executive Member Akkineni Vanaja has called upon workers, employees, and farmers from all sectors to actively support the nationwide strike scheduled for May 20. The strike is being organised to protest against the four labour codes introduced by the Central government, which she claimed are detrimental to workers' rights. Speaking at the CPI District Convention Invitation Committee meeting held at the CPI office in Rajamahendravaram on Wednesday, Vanaja expressed serious concern over what she described as a rise in Hindu fundamentalist governance in the country. Vanaja further criticised the government for allegedly misleading 80% of the Hindu population under the pretext of Islamic terrorism. Commenting on the Naxalite movement, she argued that it is rooted in socio-economic issues and that Naxalites are also citizens of India. She condemned the government's violent crackdown on innocent tribal people under the guise of suppressing Naxalism. Vanaja also alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is more interested in elections and power than in the welfare of the country's citizens. CPI District Secretary Tatipaka Madhu, City Secretary V Kondala Rao, Assistant Secretary Sappa Ramana, District Executive Members K Jyothi Raju, P Lavanya, Thota Lakshman, Pantham Nageswara Rao, P Trimurthulu, and Praja Natya Mandali District Convenor Mahanti Lakshman Rao were present.
Hans India
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
CPI asks govt to withdraw Op Kagar
Rajamahendravaram: CPI National Executive Member Akkineni Vanaja has urged the government to recognise the Maoist issue as a political matter and immediately invite them for negotiations. Speaking at a press conference at the CPI office on Friday, she demanded the immediate cessation of Operation Kagar in the Dandakaranya region. Vanaja expressed concern over the atrocities and massacres inflicted on innocent tribal people under the pretext of suppressing Maoists. She said that the Maoist issue should be approached from a political perspective, and appropriate measures should be taken for a resolution. Commending the Indian government for its strong response to the heinous shooting by Pakistani terrorists on April 22, she praised the success of Operation Sindoor, which eliminated 100 terrorists. Vanaja clarified that this military action targeted only terrorist bases. Taking a jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, she remarked that restarting the construction of the capital city multiple times is an achievement unique to them. Despite the ongoing construction activities, she noted, Modi did not announce any funds for the capital or the Polavaram project, which she marked as a significant issue. She criticised the promotion of loans as 'aid', stating that the burden of these loans would eventually fall on the people. Vanaja also condemned the government's move to undertake fresh land acquisition for the Amaravati capital city, terming it inappropriate. CPI District Secretary Tatipaka Madhu, Assistant Secretary Kundrapu Rambabu, and other leaders participated.
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Red flag will fly as long as exploitation exists: Narayana
Rajamahendravaram: The red flag, a symbol of the working class will continue to fly as long as exploitation persists in the world, and no force can stop it, informed CPI National Secretary Dr K Narayana. He criticised the state of affairs in Andhra Pradesh, alleging that numerous problems remain unresolved and the promises made during the state's bifurcation have not been fulfilled. Dr Narayana stated that the state lacks a true Opposition, with only the Left parties genuinely raising the concerns of the people. His remarks came during a massive rally organised by the CPI, Jattu Labour Union, and AITUC in Rajamahendravaram on Thursday, commemorating May Day. Thousands of workers participated in the demonstration, imbued with the spirit of International Workers' Day. May Day flags were hoisted in various worker colonies and at Jattu Union sections. Dr Narayana unfurled the May Day flag at the CPI office, while CPI National Executive Committee member Akkineni Vanaja hoisted the flag at Relli Street. At the Jattu Union office, the flag was unfurled by Tatipaka Madhu. The workers' rally commenced from the Labour Union office and proceeded through Apsara Theatre, Tadithota Cloth Market, and culminated at the water tank in the Aava area. Subsequently, a public meeting was held under the chairmanship of Jattu Labour Union President Kundrapu Rambabu. Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Dr Narayana recalled the sacrifices of the Chicago American working class in 1886, who shed their blood in the face of the ruling class' oppression. He said that the eight-hour workday, achieved through their relentless struggle despite facing gallows, was adopted by nations worldwide. Dr Narayana accused the central government of undermining this eight-hour work system by surreptitiously pushing for a 12-hour workday to benefit private and corporate powers. He alleged that the introduction of four labour codes is a step towards increasing working hours. CPI National Executive Committee member Akkineni Vanaja vehemently criticised the Modi government for allegedly selling off public sector undertakings to corporates at throwaway prices. CPI District Secretary Tatipaka Madhu emphasised the need for every worker to agitate for the eight-hour workday and job security. AITUC State Treasurer BVV Kondala Rao declared that the working class struggle would not cease until the four labour codes are abolished. He called for the success of the nationwide strike scheduled for the 20th of this month as part of this ongoing fight.
