Naidu promises separate corporation for Andhra Christians

Christians in Andhra Pradesh were delighted after leader of opposition party, and former chief minister, Chandrababu Naidu, promised separate corporation for the betterment of the community in the state.

The corporation, Naidu said, will provide protection to all Christian properties, renovate churches and render financial help to Christians traveling to Bethlehem.

The Telugu Desam Party President, addressing the inaugural day of the three-day 70th annual Bible Mission Convention, condemned the attack on Christians and said the government would strictly act on the perpetrators of violence.

The announcement on a special board, interestingly, has also been promised by Praja Rajyam Party (PRP) President Chiranjeevi who is vying for success in the ensuing assembly elections.

Among other promises made by Mr. Naidu was the expunging of Government Orders 746 and 747 that bans propagation of any religion other than Hinduism in Tirupati and other specified temple areas. Several occasions the GO's have been used to attack Christians on false accusations.

Naidu urged Christians to impersonate the life of Jesus who promoted peace. He asked them to pray for peace that can also end terrorism in the world.

Following suit, Chiranjeevi, the mega superstar turned politician also spoke of benefits to Christians if voted to power.

His party, he said, will maintain peace among people of all religious and will serve the people with the inspiration provided by Mother Theresa.

Both the politico's have promised to extend reservation status for Dalit Christians in the state.