Modi urges Maoists to shun path of violence
Bijapur (Chhattisgarh), April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday made an appeal to Maoists from Chhattisgarh to shun violence as the government is duty-bound to protect their rights.
"On the occasion of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar's birth anniversary, I would like to ask the youth on the path of violence that the Constitution takes care of your rights. It is government's duty to protect your rights. You need not pick arms and destroy your lives," Modi said while addressing the gathering after launching "Ayushman Bharat" scheme here.
Modi also said that the people behind the violent activities were from outside the state and it was they who were responsible for the death of local youths.
"None of their chiefs is from your area. They have come from outside to your state. If you read their names, surnames, you will understand who they are. They do not die. They hide safely in the jungles. They send your children in front to face the bullet. Would you leave your children behind such people?"
"The government is duty-bound to ensure school education to children and remuneration to agriculture produce," he said.
Stating that the security personnel risk their lives for smooth functioning of schools, construction of roads, etc., Modi appealed to the people of Chhattisgarh to follow the path of development.
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JDU leader fatally shot in Patna; Police launch investigation
Patna: In a tragic incident late on Wednesday night, a leader of Nitish Kumar's Janata Dal United (JDU) fell victim to gunfire in the streets of Bihar's capital, Patna. Saurabh Kumar, a prominent youth leader, was returning from a function when the attack occurred, leaving him fatally wounded. His companion, Mun Mun Kumar, also suffered serious injuries after being struck by three bullets.
The assailants, riding a motorcycle, swiftly approached the duo and fired multiple shots, leaving Saurabh dead on the spot. Despite efforts to save him, he was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital. Mun Mun Kumar remains in critical condition receiving treatment.
In response to the tragic news, Misa Bharti, daughter of Lalu Prasad Yadav, visited Pun Pun to offer her condolences and support to the grieving family members.
A specialized team from the Patna police force has been mobilized to thoroughly investigate the incident.
