Senior Anurag Dhanda has strongly criticized the central government following the death of an elderly man who reportedly suffered a heart attack while standing in a queue for a gas cylinder in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh. Reacting to the incident, Dhanda said that the responsibility for such tragedies lies with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who he alleged is currently occupied with election rallies in West Bengal.
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According to reports shared by News24, the elderly man, identified as Mohammad Mukhtiyar, had been standing in line to collect a cooking gas cylinder when he suddenly collapsed. People present at the spot attempted to revive him by performing CPR, but he could not be saved.
Dhanda alleged that such incidents highlight the hardships faced by common citizens
Dhanda alleged that such incidents highlight the hardships faced by common citizens while accessing basic services. He questioned the government’s priorities, stating that administrative focus should be on addressing the everyday problems of the public rather than political campaigning.
He further said that the government must ensure better management of essential supplies so that elderly citizens and vulnerable groups are not forced to wait for long hours in queues. According to Dhanda, incidents like these reflect the urgent need for more responsive governance and improved public service systems.
The incident has sparked political reactions, with opposition leaders demanding accountability and better management of essential services to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
