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Politics
Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu claims credit for development under Jagan, YSRCP says
✍️ The Hawk
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 01:46 AM
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Former chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu asserted that recent progress in Andhra Pradesh is due to his initiatives, a claim rebuked by the ruling YSR Congress Party.
Former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu publicly stated that the state’s recent developmental milestones are largely the result of policies he introduced during his tenure, implying that the current government under Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is merely continuing his work.
The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), which leads the state government, responded by rejecting Naidu’s claim, emphasizing that the achievements cited are outcomes of its own programmes and budget allocations since taking office.
Political analysts note that the exchange reflects the ongoing rivalry between the two leaders, with Naidu seeking to maintain relevance ahead of upcoming elections and the YSRCP aiming to underscore its independent governance record.
The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), which leads the state government, responded by rejecting Naidu’s claim, emphasizing that the achievements cited are outcomes of its own programmes and budget allocations since taking office.
Political analysts note that the exchange reflects the ongoing rivalry between the two leaders, with Naidu seeking to maintain relevance ahead of upcoming elections and the YSRCP aiming to underscore its independent governance record.