YSR Congress president and former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has lauded the efforts of Party leaders and workers who has voiced against the increase in electricity charges along with the active support of multitude of people.
Taking to X, he wrote “the party cadres have responded to the call with unparalleled dedication, standing firmly by the people’s side. The protests were successfully conducted across all constituency headquarters in the state, showcasing the unwavering commitment and sincerity of our party ranks toward public welfare. Hats off to their determination and integrity,”
Meanwhile, in a powerful demonstration of public solidarity, YSRCP has organized statewide protests against the steep electricity tariff hikes, accusing Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu of failing to honour his electoral promises.
The protests come amid widespread outrage over the imposition of Rs. 15,485.36 crore burden on domestic consumers during Naidu’s tenure, contradicting assurances of stable electricity charges.
YSRCP leaders across the State led rallies and marches to voice public grievances and demand an immediate rollback of the tariff hike.
In Vizianagaram district, assembly constituency in-charge Dr. Rajesh, along with ZP Vice-Chairman Siripurapu Jagan Mohan Rao, spearheaded a rally that culminated at the Electrical A.D.E. office, where a memorandum was submitted demanding corrective action.
In Visakhapatnam South, former MLA Vasupalli Ganesh led a protest rally with senior YSRCP leader Konda Rajiv Gandhi and others in attendance.
Protests in the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district saw constituency in-charge Vipparti Venugopala Rao leading a rally against the tariff hikes, highlighting the undue burden on citizens.
In Eluru district, Puppala Vasu Babu mobilized a massive rally with significant participation from party cadres and the general public.
Nandyal district witnessed a robust demonstration under district president Katasani Rambhoopal Reddy’s leadership, while in Prakasam district, Markapuram constituency coordinator Anna Venkata Rambabu led a rally to the D.E.E. office, where a memorandum was submitted.
In NTR district, Devineni Avinash led a widely supported rally demanding the rollback of increased electricity charges.
Similar protests were seen in Chittoor district, where MC Vijayananda Reddy and other YSRCP leaders organized marches in Chittoor and Chandragiri constituencies.
Protests in Guntur district were led by Donthi Reddy Vema Reddy in Mangalagiri and Gopireddy Srinivas Reddy in Narasaraopet, with memorandums submitted at local electricity offices. Former minister Ushashri Charan led a protest in Sri Sathya Sai district focusing on the hardships faced by residents.
In Anantapur, district president Ananta Venkatarami Reddy led a large rally in Anantapur town, emphasizing the immediate need to address public grievances. Meanwhile, Tirupati urban area witnessed a significant rally led by local YSRCP leaders, expressing solidarity with the public.
The protests spanned all 175 constituencies in the state, with full participation from district presidents and notable leaders such as Bhumana Karunakar Reddy, who emphasized that “the people’s voice cannot be ignored, and this unjust burden must be lifted immediately.”
Darsi MLA Bhuchepalli Siva Prasad Reddy pointed out the “government’s duty to protect the poor from rising costs,” while former Minister Ambati Rambabu condemned the administration for “betraying its promises.”
Devineni Avinash highlighted the “unwavering resolve of the YSRCP to stand by the people.” Other prominent leaders such as Kurasala Kannababu, Dadisetti Raja, and Venugopal Rao reiterated that the protests will continue until the demands are met.
The YSRCP leaders have vowed to maintain their fight for justice, urging the government to withdraw the burdensome tariff hikes, fulfill electoral promises, and prioritize the welfare of the people.
