It’s crucial for politicians in power to stay directly connected with the public. Relying solely on associates and third-party opinions, like Jagan did by cutting off direct access to the public and using I-PAC, proved to be a critical error. This disconnect led to a misunderstanding of the public sentiment in Telugu states.
In contrast, Nara Lokesh has learned from Jagan’s mistake and is now prioritizing direct engagement with the public.
Today, Lokesh held a public meeting in Mangalagiri where he interacted directly with the people to understand their issues. He listened to their grievances and collected written complaints from them, promising to review them later and find appropriate solutions.
Earlier, Jagan had planned a similar initiative called the Racha Banda program to connect directly with the public. However, this program never took off and was postponed for five years without being implemented even once during his tenure.
In contrast, Nara Lokesh has taken proactive steps to establish direct communication with the public. Analysts believe Lokesh recognizes the significance of Mangalagiri, which supported him in the recent elections, and that’s why he initiated this outreach program immediately after becoming a cabinet minister. Where Jagan failed to act, Lokesh is now making significant efforts.