Baran (Rajasthan) : The public support received by independent candidate Naresh Meena in the by-election for the Anta-Mangrol assembly seat in Rajasthan appears to be approaching a world record. Villagers in Khajurnakhurd and Simliya villages welcomed Naresh Meena and his parents by weighing them with their blood (blood donation).
This unique honor not only occurred for the first time in political history but also went viral on social media, reaching millions. The villagers say that this blood will be donated to needy patients, symbolizing their dedication to Naresh Meena.
Naresh Meena receives a grand welcome in Khajurnakhurd
Thousands of people gathered as Naresh Meena arrived in Khajurnakhurd village in the Anta-Mangrol area. The villagers reinvented the traditional weighing ritual. Naresh Meena was seated on one side, and on the other side, villagers set up a blood donation camp where they donated their blood.
Parents Weighed Down With 141 Units of Blood in Simliya Village: An event was held in Simliya village to honor the parents of Naresh Meena (father Kalyan Singh and mother). Villagers here set a record by donating 141 units of blood.
Secrets of Naresh Meena’s Popularity
Naresh Meena is a rebel Congress leader contesting as an independent. AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal has also supported him. Villagers call him “Chhota Kirodi” because he speaks out openly on issues concerning farmers, youth, and the poor.
