YSRCP, farmers’ body allege bid to weaken Krishna Milk Union
The YSRCP and a farmers' union have accused the Andhra Pradesh government of interfering with the Krishna Milk Union to force out its newly elected chairman. Critics allege the move is intended to weaken the cooperative sector to benefit private entities like Heritage Foods.
Why it matters
The conflict highlights tensions between state government control and the autonomy of cooperative institutions in India's dairy sector.
The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) and the Andhra Pradesh Rythu Sangham on Friday accused the government of interfering in the affairs of the Krishna Milk Union, popularly known as Vijaya Dairy, and attempting to force its newly elected chairman, Chalasani Anjaneyulu, to step down.
Addressing a press conference at the YSRCP central office, party spokesperson Putta Sivashankar alleged that Mr. Anjaneyulu was subjected to pressure from senior leaders within 24 hours of his unanimous election by the board of directors.
According to Mr. Sivashankar, Ministers K. Parthasarathi and Kollu Ravindra visited the dairy's office soon after the Cabinet meeting, and pressed for the chairman's resignation. He further alleged that the pressure continued even after Mr. Anjaneyulu was admitted to hospital.
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