In Andhra Pradesh, the 48-hour long Bandh called by Telangana Rastra Samithi (TRS) activists is peaceful so far amidst tight security through out the region. Normal life was however affected as the state Road Transport Corporation has suspended 16,000 bus services across Telengana Region. Security has been beefed up at all sensitive points and police forces have been deployed at all important junctions in Hyderabad to avoid any untoward incident in view of the Bandh and the black day being observed to mark the anniversary of the demolition of controversial structure in Ayodhya. <br/>Meanwhile, the Nizam Institute of Medical Sciences Superintendent Satyanaryana told media that the health condition of TRS leader K. Chandrasekhara Rao who is fasting for the past 8 days is stable. He said supportive therapy is being given to him and his pulse rate, respiration and Blood pressure are normal. <br/>Meanwhile, Chief Minister K Rosaiah has reviewed the situation in the Telangana region with Home Minister and the DGP. Earlier, several state Ministers visited the TRS President and urged him to call off fast. The Ministers have asked him to work together for statehood to Telangana. They have written a letter to the UPA Chairperson Mrs. Sonia Gandhi to take a decision on Telangana issue soon. <br/> <br/>
News On AIR | December 6, 2009 1:53 PM
Two day Bandh called by TRS remains peaceful in AP