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.
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 YCP government alleges that Opposition leader N. Chandrababu Naidu embezzled public funds worth Rs 6 lakh crore, while TDP leaders claim it is a politically motivated arrest aimed at tarnishing their party's image ahead of the 2024 Assembly elections.
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.
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.
Some individuals are expressing their belief that Chandrababu Naidu's arrest is unjust, but a viral image shows his brother-in-law Balakrishna and certain TDP members enjoying themselves, suggesting a lack of concern for Naidu's situation.
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 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.
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.
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.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy accused his rival, Telugu Desam Party President N. Chandrababu Naidu, of being the mastermind behind the multi-crore skill development scam, providing evidence of Naidu's alleged role and questioning the silence of Janasena chief Pawan Kalyan on the matter.
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.
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 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.
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.
Telangana Assembly Speaker Pocharam Srinivas Reddy strongly condemns the arrest of Chandrababu Naidu, emphasizing the need for forgiveness and stating that political vengeance has no place in a democracy.
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.
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.
The Telugu Desam Party's protest against the arrest of party president N Chandrababu Naidu was largely unsuccessful, with minimal public participation and lack of interest from party leaders and cadre.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Former MP G V Harsha Kumar has voiced concern over the health conditions of Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu in Rajahmundry central jail, emphasizing the unsuitability of the Sneha barrack and advocating for Naidu to be shifted to a government hospital with air conditioning.
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 spread of false news about Chandrababu Naidu's arrest is negatively affecting individuals within a specific community, leading to instances of paralysis, mental distress, and elevated blood pressure levels among his supporters, particularly those exposed to pro-TDP media channels.
