The YSRCP claims credit for Google's $15 billion data center in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, despite widespread acknowledgment that the project was initiated by the previous government led by Chandrababu Naidu, with YSRCP attempting to attribute the achievement to Jagan Mohan Reddy or previous efforts, which has been met with ridicule.
Following the arrest of YSRCP MP Mithun Reddy in a liquor scam case, his father and party leader Peddireddy Ramachandra Reddy accused CM Chandrababu Naidu of political revenge, claiming the charges are baseless and politically motivated, and expressed confidence in Mithun's eventual exoneration.
The political strategy of Andhra Pradesh leaders is under scrutiny as Pawan Kalyan's move to recommend his brother Nagababu for a cabinet position highlights his focus on family harmony, contrasting with Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy's approach of keeping his family out of politics. Critics argue Jagan's decision to exclude his sister Sharmila from political roles backfired, damaging his image, while leaders like Chandrababu Naidu have successfully integrated family members into political roles to maintain unity and leverage family legacy.
Chandrababu Naidu is reportedly demanding Special Status for Andhra Pradesh, the Lok Sabha Speaker's position, and eight central cabinet ministries as part of his negotiations with the NDA-led government. Nitish Kumar is also seeking key ministries, including Railways and Agro Industries. These demands, if met, could significantly boost development in Andhra Pradesh and Bihar.
Chandrababu Naidu has confirmed that his Telugu Desam Party remains part of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) amid speculation that opposition leaders are trying to woo him into the INDIA bloc. Naidu, along with other NDA partners, attended a key meeting at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence to discuss government formation, signaling their support for Modi ahead of the upcoming oath ceremony.
In a surprising turn of events, the INDIA alliance's strong performance in the recent elections has denied the BJP an absolute majority, forcing it to rely on alliance partners like TDP and JDU. This shift has reversed the political dynamics, making Chandrababu Naidu a crucial ally for the BJP, while Jagan Mohan Reddy's earlier mandate has not translated into expected gains for Andhra Pradesh.
With a significant victory in the Andhra Pradesh assembly elections, TDP president Chandrababu Naidu is poised to play a crucial role in the formation of the NDA government. As he heads to New Delhi for an NDA partners' meeting, there is speculation on whether he will demand special category status for Andhra Pradesh, a contentious issue that previously led to TDP's exit from the NDA in 2018. Congress has challenged Naidu to make this demand a non-negotiable condition for supporting the BJP-led NDA.
With 16 Lok Sabha seats, TDP president Chandrababu Naidu is poised to play a crucial role in the formation of the next central government, as the BJP falls short of a majority. Naidu, who has a history of being a kingmaker, is unlikely to oppose Modi and may even be offered the NDA convenor post.
TDP Kutami's landslide victory in the assembly elections led to celebrations among supporters and winners. Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan exchanged congratulations, followed by a family gathering where Nandamuri and Nara MLAs, including Lokesh and Bharath, celebrated their wins with Balakrishna and his daughters Brahmani and Tejaswini.
Nara Chandrababu Naidu has made a historic political comeback in Andhra Pradesh, becoming the Chief Minister for the fourth time after his party, Telugu Desam Party (TDP), and its allies won 165 out of 175 MLA seats and 21 out of 25 MP seats. This victory comes after a tumultuous period where TDP leaders faced arrests and attacks, and Naidu himself was jailed. Naidu's strategic alliances and effective campaigning have led to this significant win, positioning him as a key player in both state and national politics.
The upcoming Andhra Pradesh Assembly and Lok Sabha election results will determine the political futures of Chandrababu Naidu and YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. The current political climate suggests that losing could mean the end of political existence for either leader, with potential party mergers and shifting loyalties adding to the uncertainty. The stakes are high, and the outcomes could lead to significant changes in the state's political landscape.
Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan visited Delhi to negotiate seat allocation with the BJP, but faced a series of dismissive and disrespectful treatment, including late-night calls, short notice meetings, and being made to wait for hours. This experience highlighted the desperate measures taken by Chandrababu Naidu in his political dealings.
Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan met to discuss seat-sharing in their alliance, with speculation surrounding the number of seats Janasena will secure. Media outlets have circulated various numbers, with Andhrajyothy suggesting Pawan Kalyan is asking for 37 seats but there is consensus for 20 seats, and Eenadu maintaining silence on the matter. Both leaders are set to meet again on the 8th to continue discussions.
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telugu Desam Party president, Chandrababu Naidu, has been granted regular bail by the state high court in the alleged Rs 371 crore skill development corporation scam. The court converted his four-week interim bail into regular bail, stating that there was no evidence of Naidu interfering with the investigation during the one year and ten months since the case was registered. However, the court did not give him a clean chit, and conditions restricting his public comments and activities related to the case will be relaxed from November 29.
Former Chief Minister and TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu, accused in the Skill Development Scam case, has been granted regular bail by the AP High Court. Naidu, who was already out on interim bail for medical reasons, was granted bail for cataract eye surgery. The TDP has maintained that Naidu is innocent and that the ruling YS Party is engaging in vendetta politics.