Hardik Patel takes his agenda to Delhi with a press conference in the capital
Hardik Patel landed in Delhi to meet representatives of the Jat and Gujjar communities, along with members of his own community, in Delhi to turn his agitation into a nationwide stir. Also on Hardik’s agenda is a mammoth rally in the heart of Delhi next month
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Hardik Patel landed in Delhi to meet representatives of the Jat and Gujjar communities, along with members of his own community, in Delhi to turn his agitation into a nationwide stir. Also on Hardik’s agenda is a mammoth rally in the heart of Delhi next month. Naresh Sharma/ Firstpost
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At a press conference in Delhi on Sunday, Hardik stated that his movement was non-political and not backed by any political party. Naresh Sharma/ Firstpost
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“A Congress rally attracts only 2,000 to 3,000 people. So there is no question of us being supported by them. A BJP rally only attracts at the most 10,000 members. But our protest gathers crores of youths from the Patidar community. This shows we are apolitical,” said Hardik. Naresh Sharma/ Firstpost
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Hardik’s ambition is clear: He wants to bring all communities fighting for reservation benefits under one umbrella and showcase their combined might in Delhi. Naresh Sharma/ Firstpost
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Several hidden forces may have contributed to Hardik’s success. The young leader makes no efforts to hide his ideological leanings. He claims Bal Thackarey and Bhagat Singh are his heroes, and VHP leader Pravin Togadia an inspiration. Naresh Sharma/ Firstpost
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Hardik Patel’s politics, steeped in violence, retribution and the philosophy of “breaking up every hand that attacks the dignity of Patel women and future of Patidar men” is a counter argument to the pre-Independence legacy of Gujarat. Is this what India has come to?. Naresh Sharma/ Firstpost
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