TDP sweeps mayoral elections across Andhra Pradesh cities

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has demonstrated commanding strength in municipal elections across three major Andhra Pradesh cities, securing overwhelming majorities in ward-level contests. In Kadapa, where the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) had won mayoral posts in the previous two election cycles in 2014 and 2021, the TDP has now captured 61 of the 66 wards—a significant reversal of electoral fortunes.

The party's performance in Tirupati and Nellore similarly reflects substantial voter support, though the exact ward-by-ward breakdown in these municipalities underscores the TDP's broad appeal across the region. The results suggest a substantial shift in voter sentiment following the YSRCP's period of governance at the state level.

These municipal election outcomes carry particular significance as they mark the first major electoral contests since the TDP's return to power in Andhra Pradesh. The party's strong showing in urban centers demonstrates its organizational reach and continued political traction among voters in key municipal constituencies. The victories are expected to strengthen the TDP's position ahead of upcoming electoral contests across the state.