Sonia’s surgery: Rosaiah for temporary break to Telangana stir

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister K Rosaiah today called for a temporary break to the agitations over the Telangana issue in the state,in view of the ill-health of UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi,who underwent a surgery for an undisclosed ailment.

“The final decision has to be taken by them (Central government). As UPA chairperson,Sonia Gandhiji needs to give her advise. Since she is unwell,the agitators should give a temporary break to their campaign. They can voice their demands after her return,” he told reporters here.

Pointing out that such breaks were given even during India’s independence movement,Rosaiah said,”All the leaders including Sushma Swaraj have wished speedy recovery of Sonia Gandhiji. I appeal all the leaders of Telangana and other regions to observe restraint and think calmly,” he added.

Gandhi underwent a successful surgery for an undisclosed ailment yesterday and is recovering in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a US hospital.