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Violence erupts in Pulivendula as nominations clash in Kadapa
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Oct 2026, 09:36 AM
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Violence broke out in Pulivendula town during the nomination process for the upcoming elections, turning the area into a battle zone and disrupting the political proceedings across Kadapa district.
Violence erupted in the town of Pulivendula on Thursday as candidates submitted nominations for the upcoming assembly elections. The clashes, involving supporters of rival parties, turned the streets into a chaotic scene, forcing police to intervene and secure the polling station.
The police deployed additional officers and set up barricades to control the crowds. Several people were taken into custody for disorderly conduct, and a few were treated for injuries at nearby hospitals.
Election officials reported that the nomination process in Pulivendula was halted, and the Election Commission is reviewing the situation to decide whether to postpone the nominations or take further measures. Similar unrest has been reported in other parts of Kadapa district, raising concerns about the safety of the electoral process.
Authorities have urged voters to remain calm and have increased security at polling stations across the district to prevent further incidents.
The incident highlights the heightened political tensions in the region ahead of the scheduled elections.
The police deployed additional officers and set up barricades to control the crowds. Several people were taken into custody for disorderly conduct, and a few were treated for injuries at nearby hospitals.
Election officials reported that the nomination process in Pulivendula was halted, and the Election Commission is reviewing the situation to decide whether to postpone the nominations or take further measures. Similar unrest has been reported in other parts of Kadapa district, raising concerns about the safety of the electoral process.
Authorities have urged voters to remain calm and have increased security at polling stations across the district to prevent further incidents.
The incident highlights the heightened political tensions in the region ahead of the scheduled elections.