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Nara Lokesh has demanded an apology from Jagan Mohan Reddy for not hoisting the national flag on Independence Day. The TDP leader called it an insult to India’s freedom struggle. YSRCP’s recent defeat in the Pulivendula bypoll is speculated as a reason behind Jagan’s absence. Senior TDP leaders have condemned the act as disrespectful to the nation.

Key Points: Nara Lokesh Demands Jagan Mohan Reddy Apologise for Skipping Flag Hoisting

  • Nara Lokesh demands Jagan Mohan Reddy apologise for skipping flag hoisting
  • TDP accuses Jagan of insulting freedom fighters
  • YSRCP faced defeat in Pulivendula ZPTC bypoll
  • Senior TDP leaders question Jagan’s disregard for Independence Day
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Jagan should apologise to nation for not hoisting national flag, demands Nara Lokesh

TDP leader Nara Lokesh slams YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy for not hoisting the national flag on Independence Day, calling it an insult to freedom fighters.

"Skipping the flag hoisting of our tricolour on Independence Day is not just arrogance, it is a deep insult to our country’s freedom struggle. – Nara Lokesh"

Amaravati, Aug 17

Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh on Sunday demanded that former Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party president Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy apologise to the nation for skipping the hoisting of the national flag on Independence Day.

He termed the action of the YSRCP leader as an insult to the country's freedom struggle.

"Skipping the flag hoisting of our tricolour on Independence Day is not just arrogance, it is a deep insult to our country’s freedom struggle," Lokesh posted on the social media platform 'X'.

Lokesh, who is the general secretary of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and son of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, said Jagan should apologise to the nation.

The TDP has already criticised Jagan Mohan Reddy for not hoisting the national flag on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day.

Senior TDP leader and Sarvepalli MLA Somireddy Chandramohan Reddy sought to know why Jagan, despite being the president of a political party, failed to recognise the significance of Independence Day.

"Why so much arrogance," asked the former minister in a post on 'X'. The TDP leader asked Jagan if he did not remember the day when lakhs of people sacrificed their lives to achieve independence for the country.

"Just because you are frustrated with the Pulivendula ZPTC result, do you forget a national festival? This is a black mark in your political life," posted Chandramohan Reddy.

Another senior leader and Ponnur MLA, Dhulipalla Narendra Kumar, accused Jagan of insulting the national flag.

He alleged that Jagan humiliated freedom fighters by not unfurling the national flag.

"The defeat of the YSRCP in Pulivendula ZPTC byelection may be the reason for Jagan's frustration. However, abstaining from hoisting the national flag reflects his mental condition," Narendra Kumar said.

YSR Congress party suffered defeat in the by-elections to Pulivendula and Ontimitta Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs) in Jagan’s home district of YSR Kadapa.

- IANS

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Shreya B
While I agree flag hoisting is important, isn't this just political mudslinging? Both TDP and YSRCP have done questionable things in the past. Let's not make patriotism a political weapon.
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Arjun K
As an Andhraite, I'm deeply disappointed. Whether it's TDP or YSRCP, our leaders should rise above petty politics when it comes to national symbols. Jagan should explain his absence properly.
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Priya S
The timing is suspicious - right after election defeat. But still, no excuse! My grandfather fought in the freedom struggle and would be heartbroken to see this disrespect to our tiranga.
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Nikhil C
Let's not jump to conclusions. Maybe there was a genuine reason? We've seen politicians use flag symbolism too much for political gains. Need more facts before judging.
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Kavya N
Whatever the political differences, our national flag deserves respect! This sets a bad example for youth. Leaders must remember they represent India first, their party second.

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