Telugu Desam Party leaders are making every effort to prevent their party president and former chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu from being imprisoned, reaching out to top political leaders for support and planning to escalate the issue after the G-20 summit.
Telugu Desam Party President N Chandrababu Naidu, who is currently in jail, has requested house imprisonment citing threats to his life inside the Rajahmundry jail, but the court has deferred the judgment to Tuesday.
Retired IAS officer P V Ramesh, who supported Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu in the skill development corporation scam, landed in trouble after making controversial comments questioning the arrest of Naidu and alleging that the original note files were missing.
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.
Several tech professionals in Hyderabad have staged a protest in support of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu who was arrested in connection with an alleged Skill Development Corporation scam, calling for his immediate release and the preservation of democracy in Andhra Pradesh.
Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu has been accused by the Crime Investigation Department of the Andhra Pradesh police of being deeply involved in a Rs 371 crore AP Skill Development Corporation scam and having knowledge of the project at every stage, including signing off on the cabinet to approve the budget without formal approval and diverting funds to shell companies.
The Telugu Desam Party has shifted its stance towards the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and is now targeting the BJP leadership after facing legal troubles, leading to speculations that it may align with the opposition camp.
Jana Sena Party led by Pawan Kalyan has officially announced an alliance with the Telugu Desam Party, regardless of whether the Bharatiya Janata Party joins or not, with the aim of collectively working to end Jagan Mohan Reddy's rule in Andhra Pradesh.
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 Chandrababu Naidu in Andhra Pradesh has caused unrest in Telangana, leading to protests and demonstrations in Hyderabad and Bangalore, which may pose a challenge for the ruling BRS party ahead of elections.
Chandrababu Naidu is allegedly facing poor facilities and political targeting in Rajahmundry Central Jail, with no air conditioning and mosquito troubles despite being in judicial remand and not yet having been proven guilty.
The arrest of Telugu Desam Party president and former chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in a corruption scandal is generating sympathy for him among the majority of residents in Andhra Pradesh, according to an exclusive survey conducted by C-Voter.
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has a history of forming alliances in elections, but its recent alliance with Janasena is seen as a potential mistake that could either kill the TDP or weaken it significantly, as Janasena lacks a solid foundation and may claim all the credit if the alliance succeeds, while the Kapu community could position themselves as the saviors of the Kammas, further complicating matters for the TDP.
Protests against Chandrababu Naidu's imprisonment, led by a specific community, have evoked a range of emotions among observers, with IT employees in Hyderabad proudly participating and others engaging out of a sense of obligation, revealing a noticeable pattern of caste-based support for Chandrababu.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court rejected the argument of N Chandrababu Naidu, president of the Telugu Desam Party, stating that his arrest in connection with the skill development corporation scam was valid and the case should be investigated.
Protests supporting former CM N. Chandrababu Naidu's 'illegal arrest' are increasing, with the management of Little Village highway restaurant offering a 50% discount to those participating in the 'Chalo Rajahmundry' movement, highlighting the support for Naidu from various sectors.
The family of Telugu Desam Party president and former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu is preparing for the possibility that he may not be released from jail soon, and they are organizing the party's activities in his absence.
Telangana Minister KTR suggests that protests against Chandrababu Naidu's arrest should be held in Andhra Pradesh, highlighting the disconnect between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh politics, and warning of potential disruptions in the IT corridor if rallies were to take place in Hyderabad.
The Telugu Desam Party lodged a complaint with President of India against alleged stifling of opposition voices and the illegal arrest of their leader in a fabricated skill development case, appealing for the protection of Constitutional rights.
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.
The arrest of Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu has escalated the political tension in Andhra Pradesh, with media channels divided along political lines and analysts taking a stand in favor of the parties they are affiliated with, in hopes of gaining influence and monetary rewards.
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 Jana Sena Party clarified that it is still a part of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and will also support the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in difficult times, according to a statement by Pawan Kalyan, the leader of the party.
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 meeting between Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president J P Nadda and the chairpersons of two media houses, Ch Ramoji Rao and Vemuri Radha Krishna, has raised questions as they have been openly supporting Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief N Chandrababu Naidu, who is currently in prison, and criticizing the ruling YSR Congress party.
Andhra Pradesh High Court dismisses Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu's petitions for anticipatory bail in three separate cases, dealing another setback to him.
The absence of a strong second-in-command in the Telugu Desam Party has left the party in chaos and without direction, making it uncertain how they will fare in upcoming elections.
TDP supporters have been engaging in various activities to show their support for Chandrababu Naidu, despite being perceived as comedic by the general public, as they believed it would gain the BJP high command's favor and assist in Naidu's release from arrest.
Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu's family is concerned about his health in jail due to alleged water contamination and lack of cleanliness, but YSR Congress party leaders have dismissed these allegations as baseless.
Supporters of former Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu conducted an unconventional protest within Hyderabad Metro trains, wearing black shirts and T-shirts, but faced resistance at some stations before being allowed to travel.
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.
The YSR Congress party leaders in Andhra Pradesh are now targeting the Telugu Desam Party's social media activists for posting negative comments against judges, according to Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy.
The Telugu Desam Party in Telangana suffered another blow as a senior leader joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi, while another leader left the Congress following grievances over the treatment of marginalized groups.
The Telugu Desam Party and the Jana Sena Party are set to form a joint action committee to address public issues and coordinate political activities ahead of the state assembly and Lok Sabha elections in Andhra Pradesh in 2024.
Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief N Chandrababu Naidu, who is currently in jail, wrote a letter to party workers reaffirming his commitment to releasing the party's manifesto for Dussehra, accusing the ruling YSRCP of confining him and attempting to tarnish his image.
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in Telangana is facing discussions about potentially withdrawing from the upcoming elections due to pressure from the influential Kamma social group and concerns about vote division, with the Kamma community showing support for the Congress Party and lobbying for TDP's withdrawal to bolster the Congress's position.
Telugu Desam leaders are collecting information on former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's health problems in prison, including skin infections, lower back pain, fissures, and pending cataract surgery, in an effort to secure his bail from the courts.
Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu's political career is deemed to end in jail, with the ruling YSR Congress Party in Andhra Pradesh stating that his arrest and imprisonment have closed the chapter on his involvement in state politics.
