VIJAYAWADA: A battery of YSRC leaders hit back at Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan a day after he made a scathing attack on Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy at the TDP-JSP combine public meeting ‘Janda’ in Tadepalligudem.
Speaking to newsmen on Thursday, Agriculture Minister Kakani Govardhan Reddy said, “Previously considered eccentric, Pawan Kalyan’s remarks at the TDP-JSP meet have surpassed that perception. His unpredictable speeches, especially when no response from the audience, have caused much bewilderment. His declaration that “I am not a leader” has only added to the uncertainty. It’s absurd to believe that there will be vote swing with Pawan Kalyan joining hands with the TDP in the ensuing elections. Criticising individuals at a personal level in politics is inappropriate and should be avoided.”
Water Resources Minister Ambati Rambabu questioned Pawan Kalyan’s leadership qualities and political acumen. “Pawan Kalyan is an ineffective leader and he lacks the qualities needed for governance, and he is unfit to hold public office. TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu’s motive in forming an alliance with Pawan Kalyan is driven by political opportunism rather than genuine concern for the people of the State,” he remarked.
Ambati slammed the JSP chief for disregarding the concerns and aspirations of his party activists and supporters, suggesting that he is more focused on consolidating his own power than addressing the needs of his constituents.
“The alliance between Pawan Kalyan and Naidu is opportunistic and insincere with doubts raised about its viability. Naidu’s past actions and political maneuvers are questioned, casting doubt on the integrity of the alliance,” he observed.
Meanwhile, former minister Perni Venkataramaiah (Nani) lashed out at the TDP and JSP for holding the meeting in the name of ‘Janda’, describing it as a meeting of two flags without any agenda. Nani questioned the purpose of such meetings, highlighting the absence of a clear message or a plan for governance.
The former minister reminded Pawan Kalyan of his previous statements on Amaravati and questions his sudden change in stance, implying political opportunism. He urged the electorate to carefully make their choice and elect the candidates, who genuinely represent their interests and concerns, in the ensuing polls.
“Pawan Kalyan has compromised his integrity and principles for political gains. His actions are motivated by personal ambition rather than genuine concern for the people,” he observed. Perni highlighted the development and welfare initiatives of Jagan for the empowerment of all sections of society, contrasting them with the shortcomings of the TDP regime.