SIT inspects poll violence spots in Chandragiri Assembly constituency The probe team examines FIR copies related to violence on Sri Padmavathi Mahila Viswa Vidyalayam campus and CCTV footage The Hindu · May 19, 2024
High voter turnout is an affirmation of State govt.’s welfare schemes, says Peddireddi Minister attributes rise in voter turnout to welfare schemes, confident of YSRCP victory, dismisses rumors of fleeing abroad. The Hindu · May 19, 2024
Y.S. Sharmila hails Supreme Court stay on district court order APCC president Y.S. Sharmila celebrates Supreme Court stay on comments against YSRCP in Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy murder case, vows to fight for justice. The Hindu · May 19, 2024
Candidates demand ECI probe into opening of strongroom in presence of YSRCP leaders The strongroom was opened in the presence of YSRCP MLA’s kin, while the candidates of other parties were kept in the dark, allege the opposition parties; YSRCP leader claims that he was present with the prior consent of officials The Hindu · May 19, 2024
TDP demands arrest of MLAs Pinnelli, Chevireddy and Kethireddy for ‘stoking violence’ on polling day TDP demands arrest of MLAs Pinnelli, Chevireddy and Kethireddy for ‘stoking violence’ on polling day. The call data records of a few police officers should be examined in view of the suspicion that they are a part of the conspiracy to create unrest, and enable the YSRCP to win the… The Hindu · May 18, 2024
Ensure law & order and adequate security at strongrooms where EVMs are kept, TDP urges A.P. Chief Electoral Officer Ensure law & order and adequate security at strongrooms where EVMs are kept, TDP urges A.P. Chief Electoral Officer. Attack on TDP leader in Tirupati, ‘gala night’ organised by YSRCP close to the strongroom at Acharya Nagarjuna University, and opening of strongrooms in Vizianagaram with information only to the ruling… The Hindu · May 17, 2024
YSRCP rebel MP predicts TDP’s victory in 2024 polls Rebel YSRCP MP predicts TDP victory in Andhra Pradesh elections, foresees limited seats for YSRCP. The Hindu · May 17, 2024
Alliance govt. will bring the corrupt YSRCP leaders to justice, says Devineni Umamaheswara Rao Alliance govt. will bring the corrupt YSRCP leaders to justice, says Devineni Umamaheswara Rao. Predicting an ignominious poll debacle for the ruling party, he accused the police of letting go the YSRCP leaders who orchestrated the attacks on the opposition party leaders and booking cases against the victims. The Hindu · May 17, 2024
BJP flays YSRCP for post-poll violence in Andhra Pradesh BJP condemns post-poll violence in Andhra Pradesh, blames YSRCP, demands action from Election Commission. The Hindu · May 17, 2024
Over 250 arrested for poll-related violence in Palnadu district Over 250 arrested for violence on polling day in Palnadu district, involving YSRCP and TDP members, with strict police action. The Hindu · May 16, 2024
YSRCP all set to create history in Andhra Pradesh, affirms Jagan Mohan Reddy YSR Congress Party aims to break its own record with confidence, promising historic results and efficient governance in Andhra Pradesh. The Hindu · May 16, 2024
ECI not being impartial in handling political violence: Sajjala YSRCP alleges Election Commission bias, TDP violence, and police inaction, impacting law and order in Andhra Pradesh. The Hindu · May 16, 2024
Poll violence in Chandragiri: TDP candidate Pulivarthi Nani blames YSRCP MLA, appeals to supporters to exercise restraint Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Chandragiri Assembly constituency candidate Pulivarthi Venkata Mani Prasad (Nani), who sustained an injury on his chest in an attack on his car on May 14 (Tuesday), has announced that he is recovering well. He appealed to his supporters and the party cadre to observe restraint. The Hindu · May 15, 2024
TDP supporter ‘murders’ mother for voting in favour of YSRCP The accused had been arguing with his mother over the issue since the polling day, say police The Hindu · May 15, 2024
The Hindu · May 15, 2024 TDP leaders allege role of YSRCP in poll-related violence in Andhra Pradesh Former TDP leaders in Vijayawada accuse YSRCP of violence during elections, urging police to maintain law and order.
The Hindu · May 15, 2024 Police shift Municipal Chairman and YSRCP MLA out of Tadipatri as election violence continues The pre-dawn operation witnesses a mild lathi-charge by the police at the houses of both leaders; three supporters of Prabhakar Reddy sustain injuries
The Hindu · May 15, 2024 Women will bring YSRCP back to power, says Botcha Satyanarayana Education Minister Botcha Satyanarayana predicts YSRCP victory in elections due to high voter turnout, especially among women.
The Hindu · May 14, 2024 Situation tense in Tirupati as Chandragiri TDP candidate comes under attack Unruly mob attacks TDP candidate in Tirupati, gunman fires in self-defence, sparking outrage and demands for action.
The Hindu · May 14, 2024 Alert cadre kept ‘fake voters’ at bay, say TDP-BJP-JSP alliance candidates in Tirupati TDP-BJP-JSP alliance candidates in Tirupati foil YSRCP's alleged attempt to plant fake voters, express confidence in victory.
The Hindu · May 14, 2024 YSRCP’s objection on ‘red towel’ unfortunate, says JSP general secretary Jana Sena Party secretary criticizes YSR Congress objection to red towel at polling booths, emphasizing respect for common man.
The Hindu · May 14, 2024 YSRCP will emerge victorious in Assembly and Lok Sabha polls: Vijaya Sai Reddy V. Vijaya Sai Reddy confident in YSRCP victory in 2024 elections despite allegations of voter bribery by opponents.
The Hindu · May 14, 2024 Poll violence reported from various parts of Andhra Pradesh Violence erupts during Andhra Pradesh elections with accusations of kidnapping, assault, and destruction of EVMs.
The Hindu · May 13, 2024 Polling held peacefully in Vizianagaram with satisfactory voter turnout of 70.80% by 5 p.m. Moderate temperatures lead to 70.80% voter turnout in Vizianagaram, with officials expecting final percentage between 75% to 80%.
The Hindu · May 13, 2024 YSRCP candidate Thammineni Sitharam’s family members indulged in electoral malpractices, alleges TDP TDP candidate accuses YSRCP Speaker's family of malpractices in Amadalavalasa, calls for ECI probe and repoll.
The Hindu · May 13, 2024 Tension at Tadipatri as YSRCP, TDP cadres clash at poll station; five cars damaged in stone pelting Tension erupts in Tadipatri as TDP and YSRCP supporters clash at polling booth, leading to stone pelting and damage.