Telangana CM Revanth Reddy accuses Allu Arjun of neglecting public safety; slams film fraternity for sympathising with Pushpa 2 star
Allegations Against Allu Arjun
According to PTI, Reddy accused Allu Arjun of disregarding public safety and continuing with his appearance at the cinema hall despite police denial of permission. The police had rejected the theatre management's request for security due to concerns about crowd control. However, the actor proceeded with his planned visit, even waving to the crowd from the sunroof of his car. This act only fueled the excitement, causing fans to jostle, ultimately leading to the stampede.
“I appeal to the top film personalities that they should not be inhuman,” Reddy remarked, addressing the Assembly after AIMIM MLA Akbaruddin Owaisi raised the issue. The Chief Minister criticized the film fraternity for prioritizing their sympathy for Allu Arjun following his arrest, while showing little concern for the young boy undergoing treatment after the incident.
Reddy’s comments reflect a growing concern about the consequences of such large-scale public gatherings without adequate security measures in place.
Government Stance on Privileges
The CM stressed that no special privileges would be granted to those involved in incidents like this, ensuring that the government would take appropriate action against those responsible for endangering public safety. «We will not spare anyone who troubles common people,» he stated firmly.
The police have registered a case against Allu Arjun, his security team, and the theatre management under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), based on the
