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TDP chief calls YSRCP’s demand for President’s rule in Andhra Pradesh a political ploy
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 18 Oct 2026, 09:01 PM
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TDP state president Palla Srinivasa Rao criticised the YSR Congress Party’s call for President’s rule in Andhra Pradesh, labeling it a political maneuver.
The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has formally sought the imposition of President’s rule in the state of Andhra Pradesh, citing political instability. The demand, which would place the state under direct central administration, has sparked a sharp response from the opposition.
Palla Srinivasa Rao, the state president of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), dismissed the move as a calculated political ploy. He argued that the call for central rule is intended to undermine the elected government and gain electoral advantage ahead of upcoming polls.
The statement was reported by The Hindu, which noted that Rao’s remarks reflect growing tensions between the two major regional parties as they vie for control of Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape.
Palla Srinivasa Rao, the state president of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), dismissed the move as a calculated political ploy. He argued that the call for central rule is intended to undermine the elected government and gain electoral advantage ahead of upcoming polls.
The statement was reported by The Hindu, which noted that Rao’s remarks reflect growing tensions between the two major regional parties as they vie for control of Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape.