Raise Vidarbha in Lok Sabha: VRAS Petitions Gadkari Ahead of Monsoon Session Nagpur: The Vidarbha Rajya Andolan Samiti (VRAS) has renewed its push for the creation of a separate Vidarbha state, urging Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to address the issue during the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament. The demand, rooted in the BJP’s 1997 national executive resolution, was formally raised by VRAS leaders who met Gadkari on Sunday to submit a memorandum. The delegation, led by VRAS East Vidarbha division president Arun Kedar, emphasized that the BJP’s current leadership should honor its historical commitment to the region’s statehood. The memorandum, submitted to Gadkari, highlighted persistent developmental challenges in Vidarbha, including recurring agrarian crises, rising farmer suicides, and high youth unemployment. VRAS argued that these issues stem from the region’s lack of dedicated governance and resources, despite its abundant natural wealth. The organization contended that a separate state would enable faster decision-making, better infrastructure development, and tailored policies to address Vidarbha’s unique needs. Kedar and his team, which included prominent VRAS leaders such as Mukesh Masurkar, Sunil Chokhare, and Ganesh Sharma, also accused Maharashtra of exploiting Vidarbha economically and socially. They claimed that statehood is essential to ensure equitable growth and prevent further marginalization of the region. The memorandum stressed that piecemeal solutions are insufficient, and only a dedicated administrative structure could resolve the systemic issues plaguing Vidarbha. The VRAS delegation linked the statehood demand to broader concerns about regional imbalance, asserting that the current federal framework fails to address Vidarbha’s specific challenges.#nitin_gadkari #arun_kedar #vidarbha_rajya_andolan_samiti #mukesh_masurkar #sunil_chokhare
VRAS’ Mission 2027: Vidarbha statehood movement set for decisive battle The Vidarbha Rajya Andolan Samiti (VRAS) has declared that its 'Mission 2027' is set to mark a turning point in the long-standing struggle for a separate state of Vidarbha. The movement, which has persisted for decades, is now entering a new phase, with a focus on mobilizing the youth and building a stronger case for statehood. The group claims that their efforts over the past two years have covered 120 towns and 152 colleges, spreading awareness about the need for a separate state. Former MLA Wamanrao Chatap, who leads VRAS, emphasized that the movement is now gaining momentum. He described the process as one of "lighting a candle one-by-one and spreading enlightenment," with a focus on educating the youth about the importance of statehood for their future. Chatap noted that while the organization has made significant progress, there is still work to be done, particularly in reaching out to villages that have not yet been covered. The movement's demands are rooted in historical grievances. Chatap pointed out that the delay in forming the Vidarbha Statutory Development Board, which was supposed to be established at the time of Maharashtra's formation in 1960, had a detrimental impact on the region's development. He argued that the promises made to Vidarbha during the formation of Maharashtra, known as the Nagpur Pacts, were not honored, leading to a lack of institutional support for the region. Arun Kedar, another VRAS leader, highlighted the disparity in administrative treatment between Vidarbha and other parts of Maharashtra.#vidarbha_rajya_andolan_samiti #wamanrao_chatap #arun_kedar #tatya_mate #khandewale
