Pratibha Patil’s brother and nephew stated that Rawal had filed a legal claim, but the court rejected it. They allege that Rawal and his supporters refused to leave the land, ignoring the court order.

Uday Patil, the former President’s nephew, said that when they tried to take possession, Rawal’s loyalists blocked them. He added that the minister uses local goons to intimidate the family. Police, he claimed, did not act on their complaints.

The Patil family demanded higher authorities intervene to enforce the court order and restore possession. Minister Jaykumar Rawal has not responded. The case has drawn public attention because it involves a former President’s family.

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Speaking at a recent webinar on international security, Sangay said, “China doesn’t just rely on military power; it buys influence. Politicians, policymakers, and bureaucrats are often targeted to align with Beijing’s agenda. India must remain vigilant.”

The warning comes amid growing concerns in New Delhi over China’s expanding influence in South Asia and beyond. Analysts note that “elite capture” is a strategy where a powerful state or organization secures loyalty or compliance from influential figures in another country, subtly shaping policies without direct confrontation.

Sangay emphasized that India’s strategic institutions and elected representatives need to recognize and counter such influence attempts. He added, “The way China operates in multiple countries should be a lesson. India must strengthen transparency and accountability mechanisms to safeguard its democracy and sovereignty.”

The exiled Tibetan leader’s remarks also highlighted Beijing’s efforts to leverage economic and cultural ties to shape perceptions abroad. Indian think tanks have repeatedly warned that China’s influence campaigns are increasingly sophisticated, spanning trade incentives, investments, and soft power initiatives.

Sangay’s warning resonates with recent reports suggesting that foreign interference, including elite capture, poses a long-term risk to national policymaking. Experts say vigilance, transparency, and informed policymaking are essential for India to resist external influence.

The China elite capture warning from the Tibetan leader is a timely reminder for India to protect its political integrity, maintain strategic autonomy, and counter attempts by Beijing to exert subtle influence over key decision-makers.

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In the past, MLAs, especially under the leadership of Chandrababu Naidu, followed ethical standards, avoiding involvement in corruption or illegal activities. They helped constituents when necessary and earned their respect. However, the current scenario is different, with many MLAs involved in illegal businesses like sand mining and liquor trade within their constituencies. Some even flaunt their influence and power.

This behavior has made it difficult for the leadership to control them. Naidu has started reviewing the performance of MLAs, and many may face suspension. While warnings are being given, discussions within the party suggest that several MLAs may not secure tickets in the upcoming elections, especially after Naidu sidelined senior leaders last time. Party workers also share this sentiment, meaning these MLAs will likely only face warnings for now, with any real action taking place during the elections.

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