Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has suddenly lost all the popularity he had built so far.
National media outlets are blasting him, saying he has turned out to be an utter flop as the minister in charge of civil aviation during the ongoing IndiGo crisis.
Unable to defend himself, Ram Mohan Naidu is reportedly struggling to justify the situation.
It now appears that Ram Mohan Naidu has realised how important the Union Civil Aviation Ministry actually is.
Back when the cabinet was formed, there were whispers that since the TDP had to be given at least one cabinet portfolio, the Centre handed him the aviation ministry, which many believed did not hold much significance.
But this is a ministry that directly impacts the country’s upper and middle classes. As long as everything runs smoothly, there is no problem.
However, once IndiGo abruptly suspended many of its flight services, chaos erupted across the country. Since nearly 60% of domestic flights are operated by IndiGo, the disruption triggered a major nationwide crisis.
People from various walks of life; business travelers, students, professionals, and families; who needed to travel urgently within India and abroad were stranded at airports everywhere.
National media is severely criticizing Ram Mohan Naidu for completely failing to understand the seriousness of the situation and for failing to resolve it effectively.
Public anger is also rising sharply against the central government.
As the crisis continues to be highlighted through various media platforms, it is giving the Modi administration considerable negative publicity.
Many feel that Ram Mohan Naidu failed at a crucial moment in his role as Civil Aviation Minister.
Ram Mohan Naidu, who has long enjoyed a reputation for being friendly, non-controversial, and approachable across party lines, is now facing growing dissatisfaction even in his own Uttarandhra region.
His supporters feel that despite being in power, he has done little for the cadre. Though he is known for his strong command of Hindi and English and for being a good speaker, the IndiGo crisis has put his abilities to the test.
With his failure to manage the issue, Ram Mohan Naidu; along with Minister Nara Lokesh and another leader Deepak Reddy; has become the target of intense trolling across the nation.