Vijayawada, September 27: Police have reportedly detained several Village and Ward Secretariat employees ahead of their proposed “Chalo Vijayawada” protest on Saturday. The employees had planned to march to Vijayawada to press the government to address their demands.
Police Check Buses and Trains
According to the employees, police began checking buses and trains from midnight to identify those travelling to Vijayawada for the protest. Several employees were reportedly stopped from continuing their journey and asked to get down from buses and trains.
Some employees were also taken into custody as police stepped up restrictions ahead of the proposed Chalo Vijayawada programme.
Employees Question Police Action
The Village and Ward Secretariat employees strongly condemned the reported detentions and restrictions on their movement. They questioned why they were being prevented from participating in what they described as a peaceful and democratic protest.
The employees expressed anger over the police action and said they wanted an opportunity to raise their concerns through the protest.
Chalo Vijayawada Protest
The Village and Ward Secretariat employees’ Chalo Vijayawada programme was announced to highlight their demands and seek government intervention. The reported detentions have added tension ahead of the planned protest in Vijayawada.
The employees have called for their concerns to be addressed and questioned the restrictions imposed on those attempting to participate in the programme.
