After the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) announced its alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for the upcoming Lok Sabha Polls, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy took a dig at the alliance, stating that he is prepared to combat it. Addressing a public gathering, he criticised TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu, remarking on the condition of his party symbol, the cycle, and alleging his desperation in forming alliances with other parties.


According to news agency ANI, Jagan Mohan Reddy said, "Today, our government in Andhra has focused on the welfare of weaker sections. The TDP cycle chain in the state is not running smoothly, prompting his visit to Delhi with his foster son to seek support from central parties." He added, "If Jagan doesn't instill fear, why is Chandrababu Naidu afraid and forming alliances?"


"He is zero, and if he forms alliances with parties, the final result will also be a big zero," he remarked.


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‘If Chandrababu Naidu Asks Pawan Kalyan To Push The Cycle…’: Andhra CM Jagan Reddy


Remarking on the condition of TDP's poll symbol, the Andhra Pradesh CM said, "Contrastingly, looking at Chandrababu Naidu's cycle, it's rusted with no tyres, seeking support from other political parties. No one remembers Chandrababu and his welfare schemes. His foster son will unquestionably follow Chandrababu Naidu's instructions. If Chandrababu Naidu asks Pawan Kalyan to push the cycle, he will comply. In the year 2014, Chandrababu Naidu has released a manifesto which was not fulfilled", as quoted by ANI. 


CM Jagan Reddy accused Naidu of deceiving the public and seeking power for personal gain and further alleged, "Recently, he released a manifesto to deceive the public once again. Chandrababu Naidu's manifesto is a mishmash, blending elements from Tamil Nadu and Karnataka manifestos."


The TDP, BJP, and Jana Sena Party released a joint statement, expressing their commitment to contesting the upcoming elections together. The statement emphasised their dedication to the progress of the country and the welfare of Andhra Pradesh's people under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.