The arrest of Chandrababu Naidu has created shockwaves in politics, particularly as the ruling BJP has remained silent, raising questions about their knowledge and involvement in the arrest. CPI National Secretary, K. Narayana, suggests that Naidu's arrest was part of a calculated strategy and advises him to reconsider his alliance with the BJP.
Nara Lokesh defends his father, Chandrababu Naidu, against corruption allegations, stating that the accusations are false and that Naidu's focus is on the progress of the state and country. Additionally, Lokesh criticizes CM Jagan and challenges him to disclose his own pending cases, while also daring the ruling government to arrest him.
The arrest of former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and the ongoing investigations against him and his son has dealt a significant blow to the opposition Telugu Desam Party (TDP) as they were trying to regain traction after a major defeat in the 2019 elections.
Telugu Desam Party chief Nara Chandrababu Naidu's arrest is expected to continue for some time, causing political drama in Andhra Pradesh, leading Pawan Kalyan to position himself as the voice of the Jana Sena-TDP alliance until Naidu is released, potentially resulting in the suspension or cancellation of director Harish Shankar's filming schedule.
During a press conference, TDP General Secretary Nara Lokesh's mention of his brother Pawan Kalyan as his support while leading the party in the absence of their father, Chandrababu Naidu, displayed ignorance and undermined the importance of TDP leaders.
Former Lok Sabha member Vundavalli Arun Kumar suggests that another prominent figure in Andhra Pradesh will be arrested before October 30, which is expected to have a greater impact on politics than the recent arrest of Chandrababu Naidu. It remains uncertain who this individual might be, but speculations point towards media baron Ch Ramoji Rao or Nara Lokesh, son of Naidu.
Tamil superstar Rajinikanth consoles TDP General Secretary Nara Lokesh over the arrest of his father and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, assuring him that Naidu's good work and public service will protect him and that he will soon be released.
The arrest of Chandrababu Naidu in a corruption scandal has led to debates about its repercussions and potential advantages for political parties in upcoming elections in Andhra Pradesh.
The arrest of former Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has caused a shift in the political landscape of Andhra Pradesh, leading to a coalition between Pawan Kalyan's Jana Sena party and the TDP in the upcoming elections, while the release of Balakrishna's film "Bhagavanth Kesari" may not face any issues despite the charged political environment.
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's arrest in a skill development fraud case has been strategically elevated to a national stage by his son Nara Lokesh, leading to widespread awareness and debate, with protests erupting across the states and Lokesh engaging with Supreme Court lawyers and national media to assert that the arrest was carried out unlawfully and demand parliamentary attention on the matter.
Chandrababu's arrest has sparked a nationwide rally of support by TDP groups, with rumors circulating about the potential arrest of Nara Lokesh as well, leading to heightened speculation about further arrests in Amaravati.
The arrest of Chandrababu Naidu has sparked protests by the Telugu community in the US, with the NRI TDP unit and Janasena Party NRI wing actively supporting and organizing rallies in various states to condemn the arrest and show solidarity with Naidu.
Superstar Rajinikanth expressed his desire to visit jailed TDP boss N. Chandrababu Naidu, but couldn't due to a family function, highlighting the support Naidu is receiving and the perception of his arrest as "vendetta politics."
Nara Lokesh chaired the TDP Parliamentary Party meeting in New Delhi, indicating that he could be the party's successor if N Chandrababu Naidu remains in jail.
Nara Lokesh, the son of Chandrababu and TDP National General Secretary, is cautious in making critical statements against the BJP government, raising concerns about his hesitation to echo claims regarding the BJP's involvement in his father's arrest.
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu's petition to quash an FIR against him will be heard in the Andhra High Court, but a prolonged hearing is likely before a verdict is given, while a petition for bail will also be heard in the Anti-Corruption Bureau special court; if Naidu is released, he may still face arrest in another case, and there is uncertainty regarding the potential arrest of his son and TDP general secretary Nara Lokesh.
TDP general secretary Nara Lokesh remains in Delhi due to fears of arrest in connection with various scams, influenced by YSRCP MP Raghurama Krishnam Raju's own avoidance of Andhra Pradesh to avoid arrest.
Nara Lokesh is rumored to be avoiding arrest by staying in Delhi, possibly influenced by another politician's similar move, while others believe he is strategically staying in Delhi to prevent both himself and his father from being jailed simultaneously and to prevent the party from facing legal complications.
Telugu Desam Party general secretary Nara Lokesh is potentially facing arrest in relation to his alleged involvement in the AP Fibernet scam, as the CID has gathered evidence against him and is preparing to take action when he returns to Vijayawada from Delhi.
The arrest of Chandrababu and his potential prolonged stay in jail poses a significant challenge for the TDP, prompting them to formulate a Plan B involving tours across Andhra Pradesh by Balayya, Bhuvaneshwari, and Brahmani to garner public sympathy and revitalize the party.
Nara Lokesh, the national general secretary of TDP, has been named as one of the accused in the Amaravati Inner Ring Road case, where the CID alleges that the Andhra Pradesh government changed the road's design to increase the value of lands owned by TDP leaders.
TDP National General Secretary Nara Lokesh frequently faces criticism for engaging in a tit-for-tat exchange with Jagan Reddy, without considering that the legal cases against his father, Chandrababu Naidu, can be seen as a form of return gift.
Telugu Desam Party general secretary Nara Lokesh's plan to resume his padayatra has been obstructed by the Jagan Mohan Reddy government, as they have implicated him in multiple scams and are likely to arrest him if he returns to Andhra Pradesh.
AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi praises CM Jagan and criticizes TDP chief Chandrababu's arrest, while expressing interest in contesting elections in Andhra Pradesh.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has directed the CID not to arrest TDP General Secretary Nara Lokesh in the Skill Development and AP FiberNet scams until October 4, extending the interim order for his anticipatory bail petitions.
Chandrababu Naidu is in jail while Lokesh is working on legal options for his release, but the rest of the family and party members don't believe in his imminent release as shown by their plans for Nara Bhuvaneshwari's "Bus Yatra," which some speculate is a tactic to divert media attention from Pawan Kalyan's "Varahi Yatra."
Numerous individuals affiliated with the TDP have infiltrated different political parties and hold key positions within the government, actively mobilizing their efforts to secure the release of Chandrababu Naidu from custody and voicing their support for him, demonstrating their disloyalty to their current affiliations.
The arrest of former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu in a skill development scam has led to demoralization among the Telugu Desam Party leadership, causing rumblings within the party and the potential replacement of its state president, K Atchannaidu, by senior leader Yanamala Ramakrishnudu.
The BJP's struggle to gain traction in Andhra Pradesh politics is believed to be due to the cunning politics of TDP president N Chandrababu Naidu and the biased reporting of media figures Ch Ramoji Rao and V Radha Krishna.
Telugu Desam Party general secretary Nara Lokesh has been staying in New Delhi to pursue his father's case with legal experts and seek help from the Bharatiya Janata Party, including a meeting with Union home minister Amit Shah, but has received no positive response so far.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy denies any involvement in the arrest of TDP leader Chandrababu Naidu, stating that his arrest is not an act of revenge but a result of investigations done by central agencies into Naidu's alleged corruption.
Speculations arise after the meeting between Telugu Desam Party general secretary Nara Lokesh and Union home minister Amit Shah, with rumors suggesting a proposal of TDP merging with BJP by the 2024 assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh.
The arrest of N Chandrababu Naidu has caused a political vacuum in Andhra Pradesh, with opposition parties like TDP and Jana Sena focusing on releasing Naidu and lacking in public issue advocacy.
Nara Lokesh, son of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, burst into tears during a party meeting, accusing the ruling YSR Congress party of harassment and false cases against his family.
TDP General Secretary Nara Lokesh compared TDP Chief N Chandrababu Naidu to Nelson Mandela, expressing confidence that Naidu will be released from jail and become Chief Minister in 2024, while asserting that the charges against his father were false and announcing plans to continue the Bhavishyattuku Guarantee program.