Former CM Jagan Mohan Reddy participated in the funeral rites of Kapu movement leader and former minister Mudragada Padmanabham (73) and paid tribute to him. Jagan carrying Mudragada Pade He went to Kirlampudi and consoled the family members. Jagan looked very emotional on this occasion. The mortal remains of Mudragada, who breathed his last while undergoing treatment in Hyderabad, were brought to his native village.
Mudragada Padem carried by Jagan Reddy
At first there was some confusion about the funeral. The government wanted to do with official formalities. But the Mudragada family rejected the proposal. Family members have decided that he was insulted in many ways while alive and no official sympathy is needed now. Speaking on the occasion, YCP leader Jakkampudi Raja hailed Mudragada as a leader who fought for public issues and not a person who ran for power.
Former Chief Minister Jagan directly came to Kirlampudi after his visit to Bhimavaram. Jagan, who paid tribute to Mudragada Pade there, spoke to the family members and encouraged them. He himself carried the song along with the party leaders. Jagan has made it clear that he will stay there till the completion of the entire program and stand in full support of the Mudragada family.
Currently, his last rites are going on in Mudragada residential premises. A large number of fans and supporters gather and pay their respects to their leader. Many seem emotional. The incident sparked a fresh debate in state politics. Everyone is highlighting the action of Jagan carrying Mudragada Pade.