*”Alcoholism: A societal problem, promoted by the Government”*

Bastarkemaati news 

Tribal activist and state president of the Bharatiya Kisan Union, Sanjay Pant has issued a press statement strongly criticizing the growing problem of alcoholism in the state and the government’s role in it. The farmer leader alleges that just like the British exploited Indians by creating an addiction to tea, capitalists and the government have conspired to push Chhattisgarh into the quagmire of alcoholism, enslaving the marginalized communities.

Sanjay Pant states that alcoholism has become a massive problem in the state which is already grappling with poverty, illiteracy, unemployment, inflation and violent crimes. He attributes this to the government’s apathy towards its citizens’ lives and futures. The governments, he says, are more interested in exploiting natural resources and promoting aimless development without caring about human resources.

According to Pant, alcoholism has become a household problem, destroying happy families. He emphasizes that the devastating impact of alcoholism can be witnessed in hospitals, police stations, courts, and de-addiction centers where the consequences of alcoholism are starkly evident. The widespread nature of the problem demands immediate attention and action from the government to mitigate its effects.

*”New liquor shops expose Government’s insensitivity”*

The decision to open new liquor shops in the state reflects the insensitivity of the Vishnu Dev Sai government and its subservience to capitalists. A chief minister is expected to be like a father to the people but the tribal CM of Chhattisgarh is pushing his own people towards destruction by allowing them to consume liquor.

The real need of the hour is to establish institutions that benefit the public such as schools, hospitals, roads, ponds and irrigation projects. Instead, opening new liquor shops will only invite anti-social and exploitative elements from outside the state, which will ultimately harm the innocent citizens of Chhattisgarh.

By opening new liquor shops, the government is essentially providing a safe haven for these elements and the people of the state will have to bear the consequences. The elected representatives from reserved seats seem to be silenced and their mouths will open only when they receive free liquor from these shops.

The government’s primary objective appears to be filling its coffers by selling liquor and distracting the marginalized communities from fighting for their rights and entitlements. This move will only exacerbate the problems faced by the people of Chhattisgarh.

*”Bhartiya Kisan Union strongly opposes Government’s Liquor Policy”*

The Bhartiya Kisan Union vehemently opposes the Chhattisgarh government’s policy of promoting liquor consumption and supports reducing the number of liquor shops to zero. The Union urges the marginalized communities, especially women to come forward and strongly protest against the issue of liquor consumption.

The Bhartiya Kisan Union warns the tribal Chief Minister not to take any steps that would harm the people of the state under the influence of capitalists. The Union cautions that if such steps are taken, the people will be prepared for a statewide agitation.

The Union’s stance emphasizes the need for the government to prioritize the welfare of its citizens and take concrete steps to address the problems caused by liquor consumption. By advocating for a complete ban on liquor shops, the Bhartiya Kisan Union aims to protect the interests of the people and promote a healthier and more prosperous society.