An audio call accessed by TOI corroborates the plot angle.
“When are you coming to Secunderabad railway station tomorrow? Come with petrol, tires and old clothes. We will not find these at the railway station. So, if you bring them along, we can set vehicles and trains on fire and Can disrupt railway services.” It was one of the messages found on a protester’s mobile phone.
Railway Police But a conspiracy to incite similar protests was also disclosed. Visakhapatnam,
Police say that tutors also played a role
A few messages read – It’s time to stand up for your rights. Don’t give up fighting. Boycott TOD, conduct old recruitments..Come on Vizag ARO. An official said, “A plot to attack Secunderabad railway station was hatched on Thursday and the protesters rallied. This has been confirmed in preliminary investigation.”
Some of the prominent organizers formed groups like Justice for Army CEE, Hakimpet Army Soldier. Police is trying to zero in on the conspirators by analyzing WhatsApp call details. “At least 200 protesters boarded the Krishna Express to reach Secunderabad at 6 am. We have accessed several audio clips with appeals to carry petrol and set public property on fire,” said a cop.
In a clip, a man is heard saying- “The lion has arrived, now do whatever you can.”
Some of the protesters were reportedly assisted by tutors, who trained them in their entrance exams.
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