Meda Srinivas slams governance, calls for reforms in police, revenue

Andhra Pradesh: At a weekend meeting of the Rashtriya Praja Congress (RPC) in Rajahmundry, RPC Founding President Meda Srinivas criticized systemic failures in India’s governance, law enforcement, and revenue sectors, urging youth to spearhead a movement for a just, secure, and humane society.

Sharp remarks

Meda Srinivas opened the RPC meeting by lamenting the disconnect between those in power and those fighting for justice. “Our democracy has incompetent rulers in legislatures and competent people in struggles,” he said, calling for a resurgence of people’s movements led by youth.

A society losing humanity and security

Srinivas questioned whether Indian citizens truly feel secure today, stating that basic safety is lacking even within one’s home state. “India, the birthplace of humanity and values, is losing its essence. Children are being sold, people are killing to survive, and youth are being forced to export their talents abroad,” he said. He criticized societal decay, where materialism and familial selfishness have overtaken human compassion and purpose.

Youth called to lead new freedom struggle

He urged youth to rise above helplessness and launch a fresh freedom struggle—this time for justice, security, and social reform. “We must build a new society where we can protect our loved ones and live with dignity,” he said, inviting them to join the RPC movement committed to reclaiming India’s moral foundation.

Police system allegedly serves political interests

Srinivas accused the current police system of functioning more as a political tool than a constitutional institution. He alleged that:

Lower-rank police serve higher officials, who in turn serve political masters.

Citizens are treated as subordinates by police.

Bribery influences the legal process—those who pay are made witnesses, while victims or complainants are framed.

He criticized outdated criminal investigation methods and a lack of scientific procedures, which he claimed erode public trust. “Split the police into FIR registration, investigation, and judicial-scientific units to improve accountability,” he recommended.

Land crimes and revenue corruption in East Godavari

Highlighting serious irregularities in Andhra Pradesh’s revenue system, Srinivas alleged widespread corruption among Tahsildar-level officials.

He claimed:

Land records are being tampered with in districts like East Godavari, Anakapalle, and Vizianagaram.

Officials maintain ties with land grabbers, using their positions to fabricate ownership and supply fake house titles.

Past officials at the Rajahmundry Tahsildar office were involved in large-scale land scams.

He acknowledged that some justice has been delivered since the current East Godavari Collector took charge, but urged the transfer of lower-level staff allegedly involved in continuing malpractices.

Failures of the human rights commission in Andhra Pradesh

Srinivas expressed disappointment over the state Human Rights Commission in Kurnool, alleging that victims are left without support and face delays in justice. “Even the burden of mailing a complaint lies on the victims,” he said, questioning the utility of such institutions.

Democratic institutions undermined by corruption and media bias

Condemning political corruption, Srinivas said public representatives have turned into “slaves of corruption” who prioritize personal interests over public welfare. He also accused the corporate media of ignoring societal issues and aligning with foreign interests, thereby promoting division.

Call for collective action

Concluding his address, Srinivas called for youth participation in creating a new political and social order through the RPC. “India needs a new awakening where people reclaim their rights and humanity,” he stated.

The meeting was chaired by a senior secular leader of RPC and attended by several party members including Dudde Suresh, Vardhanapu Sarath Kumar, Vadapalli Jyotish, and others.