Lokesh vs Jagan: The Hilarious Debate Over WhatsApp Governance Claims!
This group had been vocally asserting that it was Jagan, during his tenure as chief minister, who initially introduced WhatsApp as a tool for governance.
By: Tupaki Desk | 5 Feb 2025 4:56 AM
In a humorous twist to the political discourse surrounding the WhatsApp Governance model in Andhra Pradesh, Lokesh, the IT minister, leveraged a past statement by Jaganmohan Reddy to debunk claims made by the YSR Congress group. This group had been vocally asserting that it was Jagan, during his tenure as chief minister, who initially introduced WhatsApp as a tool for governance. Despite the absence of concrete evidence to support their assertions, they persisted in spreading this narrative across social media platforms. Lokesh, countering their narrative, humorously highlighted a contradiction in their claim by recalling Jagan's admission in a Tv9 interview about his aversion to mobile phones. "Jagan himself said he has no mobile phone and doesn't prefer to use one either. How can a man without even a cell phone introduce WhatsApp governance? I am not making this up. Jagan himself said in a Tv9 interview that he doesn't use a phone. If so, there's no point in him claiming credit for WhatsApp governance," Lokesh remarked.
The WhatsApp Governance model, a pioneering initiative by the NDA government in Andhra Pradesh, aims to transform civil governance through digital means. This innovative approach facilitates access to 161 civil services directly via WhatsApp, marking a significant leap towards digitalizing public services. This initiative quickly became a point of contention between the ruling party and the YSR Congress group, sparking a heated debate on its origin.
Furthermore, Lokesh criticized Jagan for his apparent disconnection from the state's affairs, suggesting that he spends most of his time in Bengaluru and is out of touch with the happenings in Andhra Pradesh. This remark adds another layer to the political rivalry, indicating a broader critique of Jagan's governance and priorities.
In conclusion, the dispute over the credit for implementing WhatsApp governance in Andhra Pradesh showcases the intricate dynamics of political claims and counterclaims. Lokesh's witty use of Jagan's own statement not only challenged the YSR Congress group's narrative but also underscored the importance of accurate representation in political discourse.