CEC ordered the transfer of five IPS officers in Andhra Pradesh.The Central Election Commission (CEC) has taken strict action against five IPS officers in the state. State Election Commission CEO MK Meena has been directed to immediately transfer the SPs of Prakasam, Chittoor, Anantapur, and Nellore districts.\r\nThe orders specify that these SPs should be appointed to posts unrelated to the elections. EC CEO Meena has forwarded these instructions from the CEC to KS Jawahar Reddy, Chief Secretary of the State Government, and Rajendranath Reddy, DGP.\r\nA panel will be sent to fill the SP posts in the respective districts. The SPs affected by the CEC\'s actions are Chittoor district SP Joshua, Prakasam district SP Parameshwar Reddy, Nellore district SP Tirumaleshwar Reddy, Palnadu SP Ravi Shankar Reddy, and Anantapuram SP Amburajan. The decision to transfer these SPs was based on a report from the CEO of the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission and complaints from the opposition.\r\nIn addition to the SPs, Guntur Range IG Palraj has been removed from election duties. The transfer of the Prakasam district SP comes in the aftermath of the murder of TDP activist Muniyya, while Guntur Range IG Pal Raj and Palnadu SP Ravi Shankar Reddy faced criticism for security lapses during the Pradhan Mantri Sabha. The Central Election Commission\'s instructions require these officers to hand over their responsibilities to their subordinates and resign from their duties.\r\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"></div>

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CEC comes down strongly on Jagan 

CEC Ordered The Transfer Of Five IPS Officers In Andhra Pradesh

EC shocks Pawan JanaSena. With the general elections on the horizon, Power Star Pawan Kalyan's&nbsp; Janasena party in Andhra Pradesh faces a new challenge. Initially, Janasena had chosen the glass as its party symbol and campaigned on that platform.

However, the Election Commission (EC) has now added the glass symbol to the list of free symbols. This means that any candidate can contest using the glass symbol from any of the 175 Assembly and 25 Parliament seats in the state. This unexpected development has caused concern within the Janasena party.

The EC recently announced the details of recognized parties in 26 states across the country in preparation for the upcoming general elections. The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) from Andhra Pradesh were included in the list of recognized parties. However, the EC only listed Janasena as a registered party, removing the exclusive use of the glass symbol previously allocated to Janasena.

This decision has put Janasena chief Pawan Kalyan in a difficult position. The party is considering discussing the matter with legal experts to determine the best course of action.

Pawan To Lose Glass Symbol

Election Commission Shocks Pawan Kalyan JanaSena

Sharmila facing immense troubles. Sharmila hails from the prestigious YS family, known for its political influence in the Kadapa region, having produced two Chief Ministers for the state. While Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy served as Chief Minister of the combined state, his son Jagan currently holds the position in the divided state. Despite her family\'s political legacy, Sharmila has not contested in elections before. However, she is now poised to enter electoral politics for the first time as the state chief of the Congress party.\r\nIt is speculated that Sharmila will be the Congress candidate for the Kadapa MP seat, where she will face her cousin Avinash Reddy. This election will mark a rare instance of YS family members competing against each other. The Kadapa region has traditionally been a stronghold of the YSRCP, making it a challenging battleground for Sharmila. The region comprises several MLA segments, including Badvel, Kadapa, Pulivendula, Kamalapuram, Jammalamadugu, Proddatur, and Mydukur, all of which have been dominated by the YS family.\r\nWinning over voters in this region will be a daunting task for Sharmila, but if she can connect with them effectively, she stands a chance of securing her first electoral victory. On the other hand, Avinash Reddy faces allegations in the Viveka case, with his daughter Sunitha criticizing him publicly. There are speculations that Sunitha might support Sharmila and campaign for her, which could impact the election dynamics.\r\nThe Viveka case is expected to be a focal point of the election, and Sharmila\'s ability to highlight this issue could be crucial to her success. However, failure to do so might lead to a challenging start to her political career. As Sharmila prepares for her debut election, all eyes are on her performance and the outcome of the polls.

Sharmila facing immense troubles

Kadapa Not A Cat Walk For Sharmila

Volutneers Ban boomerang on TDP or YCP?.The recent ban imposed on village/ward volunteers from disbursing social security pensions, including to the elderly, has become a focal point in Andhra Pradesh\'s political landscape. The ruling YSRC sees this ban as a potential boon, while it spells trouble for the opposition Telugu Desam Party (TDP), with party chief Chandrababu Naidu being portrayed as the instigator behind this decision by the Election Commission.\r\nThe TDP has long criticized the YSRC, alleging that the ruling party was using these volunteers for various services, including election-related activities. This led to a complaint lodged by the TDP with the election authorities, prompting the EC to issue directives banning volunteers from participating in election-related work and distributing cash benefits under pension and other schemes.\r\nHowever, the ban has had adverse effects on the beneficiaries, including the elderly, single women, widows, disabled individuals, and others. These beneficiaries used to receive a monthly enhanced pension of Rs 3,000 at their doorstep through the volunteers, benefiting nearly 66.34 lakh people across Andhra Pradesh. The government, under Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, has spent a substantial amount, Rs 83,526 crore, on pensions since assuming power in 2019, significantly higher than the expenditure by the previous TDP government.\r\nTo address the concerns of the affected beneficiaries, the government has assured that guidelines for the disbursement of pensions will be formulated promptly. Chief Secretary K.S. Jawahar Reddy has stated that staff from village/ward secretariats and other employees will be mobilized to ensure the seamless distribution of pensions from April 3 onwards.\r\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"></div>

Volunteers Ban boomerang on TDP or YCP?

TDP or YCP: Who will gain from Volunteers Ban

Blade Attacks on Pawan Kalyan. Pawan Kalyan, despite facing defeat in the Bhimavaram and Gajuwaka constituencies in the last election, continues to voice concerns about his safety, alleging threats from the ruling YSR Congress Party in Andhra Pradesh. His recent claim of being targeted by a group of individuals armed with blades has raised eyebrows.\r\nAccording to Pawan Kalyan, there is a group associated with the ruling party whose sole purpose is to physically harm him and his team. He stated, \"There is a blade batch that is nurtured by the ruling party, and their only job is to physically attack me and my team. This batch comes with a set of fine blades and they attack me and my team with these blades.\"\r\nTo counter these threats, Pawan Kalyan mentioned that he has implemented special security protocols and urged members of his party, Jana Sena Party (JSP), to understand and cooperate with these measures.\r\nComparisons have been drawn between Pawan Kalyan and other political leaders in Andhra Pradesh, such as Jagan Mohan Reddy, Chandrababu Naidu, and Nara Lokesh, who have undertaken public campaigns (Padayatras) and faced physical threats without publicly complaining. Critics have pointed out that Pawan Kalyan, who visits Andhra Pradesh sporadically and leaves quickly, seems to be highlighting these incidents for sympathy, especially considering the timing of his allegations just before the elections.\r\nWhile the veracity of these claims remains a matter of debate, they underscore the volatile political environment in Andhra Pradesh and the heightened tensions surrounding the upcoming elections.\r\n&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;

Jagan out to eliminate PK

Pawan Kalyan claims blade attacks planned on him

Local war between Revanth Reddy and Eatela Rajender.Etala Rajendar, the BJP\'s candidate for the Medchal-Malkajgiri Lok Sabha seat, has challenged Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy\'s assertion that he is a local candidate from the constituency.\r\nRajendar pointed out that Revanth Reddy lacks a residence and educational background in the constituency, suggesting that he is exploiting local sentiment for political advantage. Speaking at a gathering in Medchal town, Rajendar emphasized that he completed his education, from school to university, in various institutions across Hyderabad.\r\nRajendar criticized Revanth Reddy for allegedly neglecting the interests of the Medchal-Malkajgiri constituency after being elected, particularly following his defeat in the Kodangal Assembly segment. He accused Revanth Reddy of failing to undertake substantial work and of being inaccessible to local residents. Highlighting the electorate\'s rejection of the Congress party, Rajendar noted that not a single MLA or corporator from the area represents the party.\r\nFurthermore, Rajendar witnessed the induction of several local leaders from other parties into the BJP, including councilor Srinivas Goud, Chandra Reddy, and others. This development underscores the growing support for the BJP in the constituency.\r\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"></div>

Who is Local: Revanth or Etela

Local war between Revanth Reddy and Etela Rajender

Sharmila to take on Avinash Reddy in Kadapa. Andhra Pradesh Congress chief Y.S. Sharmila Reddy is considering contesting as a Member of Parliament (MP) candidate from the Kadapa Lok Sabha constituency. With the Election Commission of India (ECI) announcing the elections for the Lok Sabha and AP Legislative Assembly, the Congress party&rsquo;s central election committee has initiated the selection of nominees for the upcoming elections in AP.\r\nFollowing a suggestion from senior All India Congress Committee (AICC) leaders, Sharmila Reddy is likely to contest from the Kadapa Lok Sabha constituency. In addition to the Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) chief, several other senior Congress leaders are also expected to contest in the forthcoming polls in AP.\r\nThe media reports suggest that Sharmila Reddy is poised to make the Kadapa seat an interesting battleground by potentially challenging her cousin, Avinash Reddy. It is rumored that Sharmila will be the Congress candidate for the Kadapa constituency, setting the stage for a significant political showdown. Kadapa has historically been a stronghold of the Congress party in the combined state, but it was captured by the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP). YS Avinash Reddy is the current MP representing the constituency.\r\nIf Sharmila indeed becomes the candidate, it would set the stage for a major political contest. Meanwhile, YS Vivekananda Reddy&rsquo;s daughter, Sunitha, has been actively seeking justice in her father\'s case. She has frequently targeted Avinash Reddy, alleging that he is being protected in the murder case. While there were earlier reports suggesting that Sunitha might contest the elections, it now appears that the Congress party is considering fielding Sharmila as its candidate from the Kadapa seat. Many speculate that Sunitha might support Sharmila in this endeavor.\r\nSharmila\'s entry into Congress has injected new energy into Andhra Pradesh\'s political landscape. Since assuming the role of state chief, she has been actively targeting YS Jagan and his party, setting the stage for a high-stakes face-off. The showdown between Sharmila and YSRCP is attracting significant attention and generating considerable interest among the public.\r\nAdditionally, the Congress party is expected to announce Gidugu Rudra Raju as its candidate from Rajahmundry, JD Seelam from Bapatla, Pallam Raju from Kakinada, and Sathya Reddy from Vizag. Reports on these developments are circulating widely in political circles.\r\nResponding to speculations about Sharmila Reddy\'s candidacy from Kadapa, YSR Congress state general secretary and government advisor (public affairs) Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy stated that the AP Congress chief has the right to contest the elections, and the choice of constituency is hers to make. However, he noted that the Congress in AP has consistently received fewer votes than NOTA (None of the Above) and could not compete with his party in the state.

Can Sharmila become Kadapa Queen

Sharmila To Take On Avinash Reddy In Kadapa

Pawan cut-short his Varahi tour. Jana Sena Chief and film star Pawan Kalyan was forced to cut his visit to Pithapuram in Kakinada district short by two days due to a throat infection and viral fever. He departed for Hyderabad on Sunday evening, after arriving on Saturday for what was originally planned as a four-day tour.\r\nDespite his illness, Kalyan made the most of his shortened visit. On Sunday morning, he offered special prayers at the revered God Kukkuteswara Swamy temple, the Goddess Puruhoothika (one of the Shakti Peethas), and Sripada Vallabha, the birthplace of the first Avatar. He received blessings from the temple priests and later addressed leaders and cadres of the Telugu Desam, Jana Sena, and BJP alliance.\r\nIn his address, Kalyan urged the alliance members to work tirelessly to defeat the ruling YSRC and ensure the alliance\'s victory in the upcoming state elections. He expressed confidence in the alliance forming the next government and called upon the leaders and cadres to dedicate themselves to the victory of the alliance candidates. He emphasized that with the combined efforts of the alliance and the BJP, the \"misrule of the YSRC\" could be ended and good governance could be ushered into the state.\r\nKalyan acknowledged the challenges inherent in political alliances, including potential disagreements and resentment. However, he asserted that the current alliance is united by the singular goal of defeating the YSRC. To achieve this, he urged the leaders and cadres to undertake a 40-day \'Deeksha\' for the victory of the alliance candidates.\r\nWhile Kalyan\'s illness forced him to cut his visit short, his presence in Pithapuram served as a rallying cry for the alliance, solidifying their commitment to unseat the YSRC and usher in a new era of governance in the state.

Pawan Cut Short His Varahi tour

Why Did Pawan Kalyan Cut Short His Pithapuram Tour?

TDP-BJP-JS alliance experiencing bickerings. The coalition in Andhra Pradesh seems to be lacking the essential ingredients for a successful partnership, raising doubts about its ability to secure victory in the upcoming elections. Just like in cooking, where all ingredients need to be balanced for a dish to turn out delicious, political alliances require harmony, mutual trust, and a shared agenda to be effective. However, the current TDP-led alliance is reportedly missing these key elements.\r\nCritics argue that the alliance appears to be more about sharing seats rather than working together towards a common goal. While the alliance claims to be for the welfare of the public, there is a lack of joint action and a clear, common agenda. The formation of the alliance, particularly the inclusion of Jana Sena while maintaining ties with BJP, has raised eyebrows and led to questions about the alliance\'s sincerity and effectiveness.\r\nMoreover, there are concerns about the compatibility of the alliance partners\' policies and promises. For example, while TDP has announced free schemes like the Super Six, BJP is reportedly against such plans. There are also questions about BJP\'s stance on key issues like the Polavaram project, the Visakhapatnam steel plant privatization, and the Visakhapatnam railway zone.\r\nOn the ground level, there seems to be discontent and lack of coordination among the alliance parties. Allegations of improper seat adjustments and discontent among aspirants who were denied tickets have further complicated the alliance\'s prospects. Despite longstanding claims of alliance between Janasena and TDP, there appears to be a lack of understanding and cooperation between the two parties.\r\nWith only 40 days left for the campaign, the alliance is under pressure to resolve these issues and present a united front to the voters. The success of the alliance will depend on its ability to address these challenges and work together effectively towards its goals.\r\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"></div>

Cracks in TDP-BJP-JS Alliance

TDP-BJP-Janasena alliance experiencing bickering

Jagan,CBN,Pawan experiencing tense moments. The upcoming Assembly and Parliament elections in Andhra Pradesh, scheduled for May 13, have set the stage for a fiercely contested battle among the major political parties. The YSR Congress Party (YCP) is seeking to retain power, while the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), Janasena, and BJP alliance are confident of replicating their 2014 success.
The political landscape is rife with tension, as all parties except Janasena have finalized their candidates. Janasena is yet to announce candidates for three assembly seats, adding to the intrigue surrounding the elections.
Amidst this backdrop, there are reports of unease among the top leaders of the three main parties - Jagan, Pawan, and Chandrababu. YCP leader Jagan Mohan Reddy is reportedly troubled by the murder of his younger brother, YS Vivekananda Reddy, with Jagan's sisters accusing him of protecting the accused. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the lack of development in the state, despite various welfare schemes being implemented.
Chandrababu Naidu, who recently turned 75, is apprehensive about the future of the TDP if it fails to come to power. He is also wary of potential legal challenges from the YCP government, as cases have already been filed against him and other TDP leaders.
Pawan Kalyan's Janasena is facing its own challenges, with the party's performance in the last election being less than stellar. Despite forming an alliance with the TDP and BJP this time, there are concerns about the party's future if it fails to make significant gains in the upcoming election.
Overall, the political landscape in Andhra Pradesh is fraught with uncertainty, with the top leaders of all three parties facing various challenges and uncertainties as the election day draws near.

Jagan,CBN spending sleepless nights

Jagan, CBN, Pawan Experiencing Tense Moments

KCR to visit TS districts as crops are drying. President and former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao is set to embark on a crucial tour of Nalgonda, Suryapet, and Jangaon districts on March 31. The purpose of this visit is to conduct a firsthand assessment of the extensive losses suffered by farmers due to drought-like conditions, which have left their crops withered and dry.

According to a press release from the BRS, Rao's itinerary will prioritize areas where irrigation water has failed to reach, exacerbating the plight of farmers and leading to widespread crop failures. The BRS has already initiated its own assessment of the extent of crop damage caused by the prolonged drought conditions, as well as the recent bouts of heavy rains and hailstorms.

This proactive approach underscores the government's commitment to understanding the challenges faced by agricultural communities and devising effective strategies to mitigate their hardships.

By personally witnessing the impact on the ground, President Rao aims to ensure that targeted relief measures can be implemented swiftly and efficiently to support farmers in distress.

What KCR gives on Drying Crops?

KCR To Visit TS Districts As Crops Are Drying

Congress tightening noose around KCR and KTR. Congress senior leader and former MP Madhu Yashki Goud has made serious allegations against the BRS leadership, suggesting that the Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao and working president K.T. Rama Rao could be implicated as Accused-1 and Accused-2 in a phone tapping case. He claimed that even routine decisions such as police constable transfers required former minister KTR&rsquo;s approval during the BRS regime. Mr. Goud warned that legal troubles may be looming for the father-son duo.

Highlighting concerns about corruption under the previous BRS rule, Mr. Goud alleged the presence of pro-BRS officials in various departments in the State currently. He hinted at potential inquiries into large-scale corruption committed by the previous BRS government following the impending Lok Sabha elections.

Addressing the arrest of BRS MLC K. Kavitha in the Delhi liquor scam, Mr. Goud stated that while Kavitha claimed it was a fake case, she did not deny her role in the scam. He criticized the central government for selectively targeting opposition leaders, pointing out that the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was conveniently timed before the Lok Sabha election.

In response to these allegations, KTR practically admitted to phone tapping during his party&rsquo;s rule in Telangana. However, he dismissed the issue, stating that the Congress government was exaggerating the situation. He mentioned that while there may have been some phone tapping, it was likely limited to individuals involved in illegal activities. He downplayed the allegations of widespread phone tapping as an attempt to create a false narrative against the BRS government.