Pentapadu, West Godavari: A tense atmosphere prevails in Pentapadu as Chandanala Umadevi, the widow of a murdered man, has launched a Nirahaara Deeksha (fast unto death), demanding justice. She alleges that her husband was murdered with the backing of Jana Sena Party (JSP) leaders, yet the government’s delay in releasing the postmortem report hints at a possible cover-up.
Stationed at Pentapadu Main Junction, Umadevi vows to continue her protest until action is taken. She claims JSP leaders orchestrated the murder, and the missing postmortem report (pending since February 2nd) has fueled suspicions of political interference. Former Deputy CM Kottu Satyanarayana visited her, expressing solidarity, while opposition leaders slammed the ruling coalition for its failure to act.
Rising Political Crime: Who Controls Law & Order?
The case has sparked concerns over political vigilantism, with analysts drawing comparisons to the “Red Book Rule”, where extrajudicial influence overshadows legal justice. With reports of JSP leaders misusing power, pressing questions arise:
- Why is the government delaying the postmortem report?
- Will justice be served, or will political clout dictate the outcome?
As public outrage grows, demands for an independent probe are increasing. With Umadevi’s health deteriorating, the government’s response in the coming days will be crucial. Will justice prevail, or will another widow’s plea be silenced under political pressure?
