Almora: A three-point public movement, organized under the banner of Rashtraniti Sangathan and led by Advocate Vinod Chandra Tiwari, entered its 34th consecutive day at Gandhi Park, Almora. The protest is centered around three key demands: the construction of a bridge over the Kosi River in the villages of Khunt, Dhamas, Senar, Chan, and Raun Dal under Gram Panchayat Khunt; proper blacktopping of roads in the region; and ensuring a reliable drinking water supply at GIC Khunt. The movement also includes a wider appeal for granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to the hill communities of Uttarakhand.
Protesters emphasized that these demands are of urgent public concern and have been ignored by the administration and government for too long. They pointed out that lack of infrastructure in the hilly regions severely disrupts daily life, with villagers facing difficulties in travel, healthcare access, and education. In emergencies, the absence of a proper road or bridge can be life-threatening.
Advocate Tiwari stated that the movement is not only about infrastructure demands but also aims to awaken political consciousness among the people. He urged citizens, especially the youth, to rise and take leadership roles in the upcoming Panchayat elections. According to him, mainstream political leaders often remain confined within party boundaries and fail to genuinely represent public interest. Hence, he stressed the need for a grassroots revolution led by socially aware and committed young leaders.
The movement called on youth who understand social issues and are ready to struggle for justice to come forward and connect with the campaign. Rashtraniti Sangathan believes that a new wave of youth leadership, born from public movements, can bring real change to society.
Today’s protest witnessed active participation from key supporters including Sachin Tiwari, Suresh Tiwari, Manmohan Brijwasi, Guddu Prasad, Devendra Mehta, and Deepak Arya. All reiterated the movement’s demands and appealed to the government for immediate action.
With each passing day, the movement continues to gain public support and is steadily evolving into a strong people’s movement across the region.
