Results for: Andhra Pradesh Politics

A controversy surrounding the use of ingredients in the famed Tirupati laddu has ignited a religious and political firestorm in Andhra Pradesh. BJP leader Kompella Madhavi Latha has called for Hindus to wake up, claiming the sacredness of the temple and its offerings have been compromised. The controversy, sparked by allegations of animal fat being used instead of ghee, has seen accusations traded between the ruling YSR Congress Party and the opposition TDP, with Union Health Minister JP Nadda calling for an investigation.

Forty-two years after its inception, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has faded away from Telangana. The influence of movie stars in the state has also waned since the division of the Telugu states a decade ago. During the 2023 elections, former actor Babu Mohan’s BJP campaign yielded only a modest number of votes, while Reshma Rathod aka Reshma Bai Bhukiya’s 2018 outing was even less successful. In contrast, actors continue to hold political sway in Andhra Pradesh, with stars like Pawan Kalyan, Nandamuri Balakrishna, and R.K. Roja actively involved in politics.