Mangapati Pallam Raju

Dedicated father & patriotic Indian. Former Cabinet Minister, Human Resources Development & Former Minister of State, Defence, Government of India

[Jairam Ramesh @Jairam_Ramesh]

At today’s Congress Working Committee (CWC) Meeting, the Indian National Congress has resolved to resist the RSS-BJP’s capture of the electoral process.

Leader of Opposition Shri Rahul Gandhi has been warning the country about Vote Chori for over a year and a half. The recent revelations have emerged because of his conviction and the sustained efforts of the Congress. Today, there is a nationwide demand to restore the integrity of India’s elections.

We have 4 clear demands:
- The immediate resignation of the CEC.
- The immediate suspension of the SIR.
- The immediate restoration of the 13+ crore names removed from the electoral rolls.
- The resignation of the Prime Minister and the Home Minister, who have organised Vote Chori.

The Congress is not only a party of opposition, but also a party of resistance. We will ensure that this struggle reaches its rightful conclusion.
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[Jairam Ramesh @Jairam_Ramesh]

Late night yesterday, a panicked Election Commission directed officers to organise special enrolment camps for young voters and give them “wide publicity” through social media.

But the CEC himself had earlier made it virtually impossible to add young voters through a blatantly illegal and unconstitutional change to Form 6. A new mandatory section was added that asks if your parents/grandparents were in the previous SIR - creating a barrier for first time Gen Z voters.

The change is completely illegal.

· Violation 1: In early July 2026 the online form was stealthily changed with no official notification.
· Violation 2: ECI does not have the power to amend Form 6. This power is only held by the Union Government as per The Representation Of The People Act, 1950. This is clear a huge overreach by the Election Commission.
· Violation 3: The form was changed without any amendment to the Rules that govern it under the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960. That can only be done by the Union Govt with proper intimation to Parliament. A statutory form, defined by the law, was unilaterally changed by the CEC Gyanesh at the instance of the rattled PM-HM duo.

Incidentally, the two ECs had called for this “illegal and unauthorised” change to be reversed “so young and first-time voters can register without any harassment”.

The CEC has broken not just Constitutional conventions and practices but has also knowingly broken the law as passed by Parliament. His continuation in office is an affront to the people of India. A confirmed law-breaker in charge of implementing laws—what has Indian democracy degenerated to. The Supreme Court must immediately take suo moto cognizance and hold him accountable. As the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has said Gyanesh Kumar can still redeem himself by resigning and turning approver. The Youth of India especially will approve of such a move.

[DK Shivakumar @DKShivakumar]

Glad to inaugurate the Ramaiah Institute of Science and Management and join the foundation laying ceremony of Nareyana Pragnalaya in Devanahalli, Bengaluru.

Dr. M.R. Jayaram, Chairman, GEF(M) and Chancellor, RISM, Shri Gurucharan Gollerkeri, IAS (Retd.), Executive Director and Chief Strategy Officer, and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

Wishing the institution continued success in its journey of nurturing young minds and creating new opportunities in education and learning.

[Jairam Ramesh @Jairam_Ramesh]

Today is the fourth anniversary of the launch of the truly historic Bharat Jodo Yatra under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi who visited the Vivekananda Memorial at Kanyakumari before embarking on the epic journey with around 120 other Bharat Yatris.

This padyatra was a transformational event in contemporary Indian politics that started in Kanyakumari and covered 4080 kms through 12 states and 2 UTs over a period of 145 days before culminating in a rousing rally in Srinagar. It drew support and sustenance from millions of Indians concerned with sharpening economic inequalities, increasing social polarisation and growing political authoritarianism.

The padyatra’s basic thrust was an ideological challenge to the systematic RSS/BJP assault on Constitutional principles, provisions, practices and procedures. It was not to sermonise a Mann ki Baat but listen to Janta ki Chinta.

Today we recall that decisive turning point that infused new hope, imparted new energy and inspired a new resolve.

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

@manickamtagore Best wishes in your new responsibility Manickam ji

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

Eagerly looking forward to the book and a touching note from a son… Jai Hind.⁦ @INCIndia⁩

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

A day at Kirlampudi village, paying homage to departed leader Sri Mudragada Padmanabham, former Minister and respected political colleague, and condolences to his family members. He was buried at his home, as per his wishes. ⁦@INCIndia⁩ ⁦@APCongress⁩ ⁦@kharge⁩

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

Extremely saddened to see a respected, senior and powerful leader, former minister in united Andhra Pradesh & former MP of Kakinada, Sri Mudragada Padmanabham, pass away. He was a mass leader and a source of inspiration to many! ⁦@INCIndia⁩ ⁦@kharge⁩ ⁦@APCongress

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

It is a sad day, to lose a strong, upright and mass leader, former Minister of AP, Mudragada Padmanabham, with whom I enjoyed a long association since 1989, when I first entered public life. He has always been a silent supporter and an honest well wisher!
May God bless his soul!

[Jairam Ramesh @Jairam_Ramesh]

This is a powerful and courageous article by a very distinguished former civil servant with a background in science and technology. The Election Commission has unleashed chaos and absolute mayhem that is sparing nobody

[Jairam Ramesh @Jairam_Ramesh]

अयोध्या के भगवान श्रीराम मंदिर में भाजपा-आरएसएस के लोगों ने चढ़ावा चोरी और जमीन खरीद-निर्माण में घोटाले कर अक्षम्य महापाप किया है।

इस पूरे मामले पर प्रधानमंत्री की चुप्पी खतरनाक मिलीभगत के संकेत दे रही है। देश उनसे जवाबदेही चाहता है, लेकिन वह हर बार की तरह मौन साधे हुए हैं।

इस मुद्दे को लेकर आज कांग्रेस नेताओं ने आठ पत्रकार वार्ताएं कीं। इस अभियान के तहत 12 जुलाई तक देशभर में 50 से ज्यादा पत्रकार वार्ताएं कर भाजपा-आरएसएस को जवाबदेही के लिए मजबूर किया जाएगा।

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

Called on Congress Working Committee member and former Chief Minister of Karnataka with the longest tenure and wished him success in guiding and steering the Congress party at the National level. ⁦@INCIndia⁩ ⁦@INC_Andhra⁩

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

Called on the Honourable Chief Minister, Shri DK Shivakumar, and wished him success in his new role and in further strengthening the Congress in Karnataka. ⁦@DKSureshINC⁩ ⁦@INCIndia⁩ ⁦@APCongress⁩ ⁦@kharge⁩

[YS Sharmila @realyssharmila]

YSR ఆశయ సాధనకోసం, రాష్ట్ర అభివృద్ధికి ప్రత్యామ్నాయం కాంగ్రెస్ పార్టీ అని నమ్మి, కాంగ్రెస్ పార్టీని బలోపేతం చేసేందుకు YCP, TDP, జనసేనతో సహా వివిధ పార్టీల నుంచి ఫేజ్ 1 లో 250 మంది నాయకులు నేడు పార్టీలో చేరడం జరిగింది. కండువా కప్పి సగర్వంగా వారిని పార్టీలోకి ఆహ్వానించడం జరిగింది. మహానేత YSR సంక్షేమ పాలన తిరిగి సాధించేందుకు, YSR ఐడియాలజీని బ్రతికించేందుకు, తిరిగి సొంత పార్టీ కాంగ్రెస్ లో చేరుతున్న ప్రతి ఒక్క YSR అభిమానికి పేరు పేరునా రాజశేఖర్ రెడ్డి బిడ్డగా కృతజ్ఞతలు తెలుపుతున్నా. @drnraghuveera
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[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

A great initiative by the AP Congress and an encouraging response from workers and leaders across AP, to join the Congress, under YS Sharmila’s leadership, including those from other parties and neutral individuals, at Vijayawada. ⁦@APCongress⁩ ⁦@INCIndia⁩

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

With Honourable Deputy CM & PCC President of Karnataka, Shri DK Shivkumar, & Hon’ble Minister Shri Ramalinga Reddy, during the campaign at Uthangarai, Tamilnadu ⁦@INCIndia⁩ ⁦@APCongress⁩ ⁦@RahulGandhi⁩

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

Received the Congress President Shri Mallikarjun Kharge ji at HOSUR, Krishnagiri district, and Chief Minister Thiru Stalin, for the public meeting to be addressed by them at Hosur. ⁦⁦@INCIndia⁩⁩ ⁦@kharge⁩ ⁦@realyssharmila⁩ ⁦@RahulGandhi⁩

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

The pace of the campaign in Uthangarai has certainly picked up today, with Thiru Narasimhan, former DMK MLA from the same constituency taking the lead.

[Mangapati Pallam Raju @Pallamrajumm]

The campaign continues, of the secular alliance of 21 parties in Tamilnadu….