Allegations that these cameras exist are meant to divert attention from various scandals. During his visit to Mangalagiri Constituency, Minister Nara Lokesh denied the existence of hidden cameras in the college bathrooms. He stated that no evidence has been found to support the presence of cameras there. He also mentioned that the allegations were an attempt to deflect attention from a film actress molestation case, a liquor scandal, and land irregularities associated with YCP leaders.
Minister Lokesh, responsible for the state’s education and IT, emphasized that all students in the state are like his children, and he is committed to ensuring their safety. He expressed concern for the well-being of the students and emphasized the importance of keeping them safe. Addressing a personal issue between four students at Gudlavalleru, Minister Lokesh noted that one of the students involved had been detained and taken into custody. Regarding the contaminated food incident at Nujiveedu Triple IT, Minister Lokesh stated that the director responsible had been removed from duty, and a supervisory committee comprising three senior officials had been appointed.
The minister also dismissed the accusations against him, stating that he is not the type of person who would mistreat his family members, citing an example involving Jaganmohan Reddy. He emphasized his commitment to protecting students and likened them to his own siblings. Minister Lokesh criticized the Jagan government’s Nadu-Nedu initiative, refuting claims of significant expenditure.
He questioned the government’s effectiveness, pointing out a decrease in the number of students attending government schools over the last five years and raising concerns about the infrastructure and resources provided, including the delayed disbursement of funds for eggs, chickens, and heifers supplied to students. He asserted his government’s goal of bringing state-run schools on par with private institutions and expressed determination to work towards achieving this objective in a systematic manner.