Word: vijayawada
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Andhras separatism has brought sporadic but growing violence and a total breakdown in local authority. The city of Vijayawada has been virtually closed down by a general strike since November. Electric power has been intermittently shut off. Schools and colleges are shuttered, hospitals are minimally staffed and judges have even refused to hold court. Scores of demonstrators have been killed and many more injured in clashes between police and protesters. Two weeks ago, New Delhi imposed "President's rule" over the state, a procedure by which the federal government temporarily assumes control of state affairs. But the action failed...
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