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Campaign disrupted in Kurnool amid TDP-YSRCP tensions
Andhra Pradesh's ruling YSRCP accused TDP supporters of obstructing its election campaign in Kurnool district, with party officials alleging harassment and intimidation of senior leaders during public outreach efforts.
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Election tensions escalated in Kurnool district as YSRCP representatives reported a confrontation during a campaign event. According to party complaints, individuals identifying themselves as Telugu Desam Party (TDP) activists confronted YSRCP MLA Hafeez Khan, creating disruptions during the party's ongoing electoral activities.
YSRCP officials alleged that the alleged TDP supporters engaged in verbal abuse directed at the MLA and his accompanying delegation. The party accused the activists of deliberately obstructing campaign proceedings and making threats against senior party members and their supporters present at the venue.
The incident underscores mounting political friction in the state ahead of electoral contests. Both major opposition parties have ramped up ground-level activities in recent weeks, with campaign operations occasionally becoming flashpoints for confrontation. District authorities have not issued official statements regarding the incident as of now.
The YSRCP has been consolidating its presence across constituencies as electoral schedules approach. Such disruptions remain a recurring concern during campaign seasons in Andhra Pradesh, where party rivalries frequently translate into street-level confrontations during public events.