Pepper spray act likely to turn controversial MP into hero in Vijayawada

Andhra cuisine is known to be spicy and peppery, but in Vijaywada in central Andhra Pradesh, pepper has suddenly got new significance. L Rajagopal, the MP from Vijayawada who put India to shame by using pepper spray inside the Parliament on other MPs, may well be received like a hero in his constituency. From being attacked with slippers and stones by voters months ago, the atmosphere at his residence in Vijayawada today is a complete contrast - posters calling the MP a leader, policemen on bandobust and brisk activity outside by party workers. (Read more)