The sight of an unlit street, as Union Minister Amit Shah exited the Chennai airport, stirred up unexpected controversy, leading to a protest staged by BJP cadres. They accused the State government of purposely switching off the lights, leading to an unforeseen and potentially dangerous situation.
Karu Nagarajan, the Vice President of Tamil Nadu BJP State, voiced his concerns in an interview with ANI. He highlighted that this incident portrays a glaring “security lapse” that calls for a thorough investigation.
Amit Shah’s Visit Amid Controversy: Highlights of His Two-Day Itinerary
Union Minister made his arrival in Chennai on Saturday evening, marking the beginning of a two-day tour that spans across multiple Indian states, namely Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.
This forms part of the BJP’s month-long campaign designed to communicate the achievements of the Narendra Modi government’s nine years in power to the broader public.
While in Chennai, Amit Shah has an engaging schedule, including an address to party workers from the Chennai South Parliamentary constituency. Later in the day, he is expected to address a public meeting in Pallikonda near Vellore, before heading off to Andhra Pradesh.
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The Aftermath of the Controversial Power Failure: Next Steps
Amidst the uproar surrounding the unexpected power failure, Nagarajan has insisted that such an incident must be taken seriously and investigated thoroughly. “Nagarajan expressed his surprise and concern, questioning how a sudden power outage could occur precisely when our leader, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, was making his arrival at Chennai airport.
As Shah prepares to continue his tour, addressing a public meeting at the railway ground in Vizag, Andhra Pradesh, the incident in Chennai remains a controversial talking point. The event, which signifies the end of the ninth year of BJP’s central governance, has unexpectedly veered off course.
These developments underscore the importance of security in the high-profile visits of political figures, even as the BJP continues its nationwide campaign celebrating the Narendra Modi government’s achievements. The coming days will tell whether any meaningful action is taken to address the concerns raised by the incident in Chennai.
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