Warangal, January 20: Telangana activists of Khilashapuram in Raghunadhapalli mandal, the native place of IT minister Ponnala Lakshmaiah, vowed to stay away from liquor, as part of their agitation for separate Telangana.
They also decided to make the entire village practise teetotalism voluntarily. A decision to this effect was taken at a meeting held in the village four days ago and women have come to the forefront to ensure its practice. Khilashapuram is native place of several prominent persons including former DGP of the state Pervaram Ramulu.
Telangana activists in the village decided to abstain from consuming alcohol following suggestions by Kesipeddi Narasimha Raju, a native of the village.
The village also has historical importance. According to history, in 1300 AD, one Sarvai Papanna, a brave youth led a revolt against Moghuls and built a fort in the village which is existing even today. Villagers of Khilashapuram hail Papanna for his valour. Telangana activists took the decision on teetotalism at the meeting held in the historic fort. TJAC village convener S Kailasam said they have decided to abstain from alcohol to dent the income of the government.
–Agencies