On the other side While there is enough space to seat 1.75 lakh people on the sand, the organisers are expecting many more to participate in the fast. Suspended PCC general secretary Ambati Rambabu said that the lakhsa deeksha would be a historic political event. He said there was an unprecedented response from farmers, handloom workers and youth to the call given by Mr. Jagan. He said that he spent Sunday night at the venue to gauge the weather and advised those interested in taking part in the fast to bring warm clothing as it was very cold.

Shamianas were being erected to offer protection from the sun during day and the cold weather in the night. Over 4,000 volunteers and a team of 30 doctors will work round-the-clock to attend to the people on fast, he said.

Published Date : Tuesday, 21/12/2010 12:13 PM IST

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