Prepare for early polls: Naidu tells TDP cadres

Vijayawada: Telugu Desam Party national president and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday called upon the party cadres to get ready for early polls if announced ahead of the 2024 general elections. "Advance elections are likely in the state ahead of 2024. Cadres and leaders should be prepared for this. We should get ready to face any challenge," Mr. Naidu said.

During a teleconference with party leaders, the TDP chief alleged that people in the state were facing severe problems under the Jagan Mohan Reddy-headed YSRCP regime. In a difficult situation like this, they were looking at the Telugu Desam Party as a symbol of hope and a chance for their future, he claimed.

The former Chief Minister said a strong anti-government wave was sweeping the state. The people are giving a warm reception to TDP leaders during the 'Badude Badudu' campaign and protesting against the increased taxes. On the other hand, the government's 'Gadapa Gadapaku' programme was met with an all-around public backlash, Mr. Naidu alleged.

He pointed out that the public was coming forward and eagerly narrating their hardships to the TDP leaders. This was a clear indication of the massive anti-government sentiment, he said, and added that the TDP had re-emerged as a pillar of assurance for the future of the state.

The former CM said there was a huge response during his visits to the districts as part of the 'Badude Badudu' campaign. The unpopularity of the YSRCP was evident among all sections and in all regions of the state, he claimed. The YSRCP regime is facing severe resentment, he added.

He asserted that the TDP leaders at all levels should move closer to the people. The party cadres and leaders should be prepared to meet any challenge, he added.