Chiranjeevi unveils Praja Rajyam party flag

Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 20:35 [IST]

Tirupati, Aug 26 (UNI) Actor-turned-politician Chiranjeevi today unveiled the party flag after launching his party 'Praja Rajyam.' ''The white and green flag with rising sun in the middle, would spread the power round-the-clock to every nook and corner, the matinee idol said, addressing his maiden political public meeting attended by more than 3,00,000 people.

The entire 160 acres Avilala Tank bund named after Phule Nager reverberated with loud cheers from the assembled gathering, particulary youths, after Chiranjeevi unveiled the party flag.

Meanwhile, at least ten of his fans were injured in stampede and electric shock and they were rushed to the Government Ruia Hospital for treatment.

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