Posted 1/15/2024, 2:04:52 AM
Naidu Wary of Allying With BJP Despite Own Interest Over Concerns of Vote Loss and Party Dissent
- Naidu favored allying with BJP but BJP has not shown interest in joining TDP-Jana Sena alliance
- Naidu's surveys show TDP-Jana Sena can win without BJP alliance and may lose some votes if BJP joins
- Prashant Kishor advised Naidu that BJP alliance could cost TDP-Jana Sena 3% votes
- If BJP announces to join alliance now, it could create panic among TDP-Jana Sena leaders
- Naidu risks upsetting TDP members by giving BJP more seats or losing minorities' support if BJP joins alliance