Posted 3/24/2024, 5:59:49 AM
RRR's Candidacy for MP Uncertain Despite Past Win and Popularity Due to Tensions with AP's YCP Government
- RRR (Kanumuri Raghu Ramakrishna Raju) known for strongly opposing and criticizing the ruling YCP party in Andhra Pradesh
- Played major role supporting anti-Jagan forces, filed cases against govt policies, pushed investigations into Jagan cases
- Uncertainty around RRR getting MP ticket for upcoming elections despite popularity and past win; delays by TDP/BJP alliance
- Speculation Jagan trying to block RRR's candidacy through BJP contacts due to his strong opposition
- Concerns within AP BJP that RRR with his Delhi connections may sideline local leaders if he joins party