Former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has been arrested in Andhra Pradesh for allegedly benefiting from a corruption scam worth ₹550 crore, which involved diverting project funds and breaking tendering rules.
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.
Former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has made history by becoming the first ex-Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh to be arrested in connection with a criminal case, specifically the AP Skill Development scam, and he has been remanded to 14 days in prison.
Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan passionately supports and goes to great lengths for TDP chief N. Chandrababu Naidu, raising questions about his motives and his own political identity.
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.
Tollywood producer Ashwini Dutt defends former Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu's arrest, calling it unfortunate and stating that his detractors will face consequences as Naidu is likely to win a majority in the upcoming general elections.
Chandrababu Naidu's arrest remains subject to interpretation, with TDP supporters believing it to be a fabricated case while YCP followers believe in his involvement, as a survey shows that 62.1% of respondents think he may have committed the crime for either personal or party gain.
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.
The ongoing controversy surrounding Jr NTR's silence on Chandrababu Naidu's arrest has led to TDP supporters demanding that he change his name, while YSRC leader Posani Krishna Murali claims that the Nandamuri family and TDP boycotted and suppressed NTR in his youth and are now seeking his support because of his superstar status.
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.
The arrest of former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu in connection with a corruption scandal is having significant political repercussions, with analysts debating its impact on the Telugu Desam Party and potential alliances with the Jana Sena Party, while the current chief minister focuses on his positive welfare schemes to maintain his support.
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.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court reserves orders on TDP supremo N. Chandrababu Naidu's quash petition in the Skill Development Corporation scam, in which he is currently in judicial custody.
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.
Telangana senior leader Motkupalli Narasimhulu expresses full support for Chandrababu Naidu during his arrest, criticizing CM Jagan for his actions and questioning his ability to stay in power forever.
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.
Speculation arises in the Telugu States that the Andhra Pradesh government might arrest TDP general secretary Nara Lokesh due to alleged offenses, potentially leading his wife, Nara Brahmani, with limited political skills, to assume party leadership for the upcoming general election.
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.
AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi praises CM Jagan and criticizes TDP chief Chandrababu's arrest, while expressing interest in contesting elections in Andhra Pradesh.
The arrest of N Chandrababu Naidu was made possible by a secret man who showed Jagan Mohan Reddy a video during his trip to London, prompting him to make the decision to arrest Naidu.
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."
The yellow media in Andhra Pradesh falsely credits TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu for the development of Hyderabad's IT sector, when in reality, the foundation stone for IT towers in Madhapur was laid by Nedurumilli Janardhana Reddy and major companies arrived during Y S Rajasekhar Reddy's tenure as the chief minister.
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.
Former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu's arrest in a skill development scam has led to a lackluster protest by the Telugu Desam Party, with only party leaders and activists participating and no impact on the general public, as Naidu's legal situation appears grim.
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 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.
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.
Former Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has been in jail for over a month, and despite disappointment from the TDP faction, his nephew Junior NTR has chosen not to make any public statement concerning his uncle's arrest.
