Residents of Srikakulam town have started a protest against the widespread and deleterious culture of politician-bred 'goondaism' prevalent there. Questioning the release of five rowdy sheeters who had been arrested under non-bailable offences - namely Shekhar, Jilani, Gabbar, Srinivas, and Ravinder; the people alleged that the 'goondas' running rampant in the previously peaceful town of Srikakulam are being backed and protected by politicians.
Says Aruna, the Chairman of the Citizen's Forum, "This used to be a peaceful and safe town. And now, all because of laxity on part of the police, we have to fear for the safety of our children. The police need to protect the people, not criminals sheltered by the people's so-called representatives."