BJP MLA Alleges YSRCP-Congress Merger Amidst Political Turmoil in Andhra Pradesh

BJP MLA Alleges YSRCP-Congress Merger Amidst Political Turmoil in Andhra Pradesh

In a sensational revelation, Anaparthi BJP MLA Nallamilli Ramakrishna Reddy has alleged that Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy is attempting to merge the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) with the Congress Party. Reddy mentioned that discussions on this matter were held with Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar in Bengaluru.

Reddy stated, “An undeclared emergency has continued under Jagan’s rule from 2019 to 2024. The unprecedented victory of the opposition alliance indicates that people do not accept dictatorial governance.” He emphasized that this political desperation is driving Jagan Mohan Reddy to consider merging his party with the Congress.

According to Reddy, Jagan met with D.K. Shivakumar in Bengaluru and proposed the merger on the condition that Y.S. Sharmila is expelled from the Congress Party. Reddy highlighted the internal instability within YSRCP, noting uncertainty about the loyalty of the party’s MLAs and MPs.

“Even if 11 MLAs win from YSRCP, it is uncertain how many will support him. If four MPs win, it is unclear how many will join him. It is also uncertain whether the current Rajya Sabha members will continue to support him in the future,” Reddy added.

Reddy further described the dire situation Jagan faces, pointing out incidents such as party workers attacking Jagan’s house in Pulivendula and the lack of support from both winning and losing YSRCP candidates in Kadapa district. “In such circumstances, Jagan is moving towards seeking refuge in the Congress Party,” Reddy stated, suggesting that this could lead to anarchic forces rejoining Congress and potentially destabilizing the central government led by Narendra Modi.

These comments by Nallamilli Ramakrishna Reddy add a new dimension to the ongoing political developments in Andhra Pradesh, highlighting the challenges faced by YSRCP and the shifting dynamics within the state’s political landscape.