Rahul Gandhi Stopped at Border: Where Democracy Gets Stuck in Traffic
Ahead of the much-anticipated visit of congress leader rahul gandhi to Sambhal, security arrangements at the Delhi-Uttar Pradesh data-border have been tightened, leading to a significant disruption in traffic. The data-border area has been transformed into a virtual cantonment, with the Uttar Pradesh police deploying heavy forces and implementing strict barricading measures.
As rahul Gandhi's convoy approached the data-border, it was stopped by authorities at the Ghazipur data-border. The move caused a massive traffic jam, with vehicles stranded on both sides of the UP Gate due to the barricades. congress workers and supporters gathered in large numbers, expressing their discontent over the situation. Despite the setback, congress leader supriya Shrinet emerged from the car, walking alongside the public in a show of solidarity.
Amethi mp Kishori Lal, who was part of the convoy, strongly condemned the actions, labeling it as "the murder of democracy." His statement echoed the frustration among congress leaders and supporters, who have expressed concerns about the political implications of such actions.
Before rahul gandhi reached the data-border, senior police officials including DCP Nimish Patil and ACP Indirapuram Swatantra Kumar Singh held discussions with the Special Protection Group (SPG) to ensure proper arrangements for security. However, the heavy police presence, alongside the barricading, has sparked controversy, with many viewing it as an attempt to stifle political dissent.
The situation at the Ghazipur data-border continues to unfold as authorities maintain tight control over the area, while congress leaders assert that the move represents an unwarranted obstruction to their democratic rights.