Andhra Pradesh news & politics
The latest news from Andhra Pradesh, where Chandrababu Naidu (TDP) is Chief Minister. Most covered in the last 30 days: infrastructure, protest opposition, crime violence.
Naidu orders subsidized rice and faster installation of 9 lakh PM Surya Ghar connections
On October 21, 2026, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Chief Secretary G. Sai Prasad met at a Real-Time Governance Society (RTGS) meeting. Naidu directed officials to monitor rice, red gram, onions, edible oil, and sugar prices due to El Niño. He ordered subsidized fine-quality rice for Deepavali and Sankranti, increased onion supplies, uninterrupted power, smooth sand supplies, and faster installation of nine lakh PM Surya Ghar rooftop solar connections.
National SARAS Aajeevika Mela 2026 records ₹5 crore in sales from two lakh products
The National SARAS Aajeevika Mela 2026 at Punnami Ghat in Vijayawada recorded ₹5 crore in cumulative sales from two lakh products as of Tuesday. Over 70,000 visitors attended on Vijayadashami, which saw ₹1.27 crore in sales and 48,370 products sold. From October 13-31, the fair supports Self-Help Groups (SHGs). Additionally, SEEDAP held a rural enterprise awareness programme on Monday.
NTRUHS software allegedly disadvantaged BC, SC, and ST candidates in MBBS admissions
Vijaya Kumar, national president of the Liberation Congress Party, alleged on Wednesday that Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS) used software disadvantaging BC, SC, and ST candidates in MBBS admissions. He claimed the system restricted open competition seats from the second round onwards, affecting 60 to 70 eligible candidates. Ala Venkateswarlu of the Andhra Pradesh Medical Parents Association demanded action against developers.
Thousands gather as deities carried on swan-shaped Hamsa Vahanam for Teppotsavam boat ride
On Tuesday evening, Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam concluded Dasara festivities with the Teppotsavam boat ride. Thousands of devotees gathered at Durga Ghat, Punnami Ghat, and Prakasam Barrage as deities were carried on a swan-shaped Hamsa Vahanam. Governor S. Abdul Nazeer offered prayers, receiving robes from K. Kannababu, K. Ramachandra Mohan, Borra Radhakrishna, and V.K. Seena Naik.
Supreme Court empowers SEC to ensure peaceful local body elections, TDP leader says
Posani Venkateswarlu, TDP legal cell president, stated on Wednesday that the Supreme Court empowered the State Election Commission (SEC) to ensure peaceful local body elections. He dismissed YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) claims of a reprimand, noting the court directed the SEC to grant candidates 48 hours extra time by October 22 if disturbances occurred. The court instructed independent decisions based on merits.
Naidu releases books honoring 10 personnel who died in Ladakh on October 21, 1959
N. Chandrababu Naidu, V. Anitha, Harish Kumar Gupta, and G. Sai Prasad attended the Police Martyrs’ Memorial Day at the Andhra Pradesh Special Police (APSP) 6th Battalion in Mangalagiri on Wednesday. Naidu released ‘Shaheed Pustak Toli’ and ‘Amarulu Vaaru’, honoring 10 personnel who died in Ladakh on October 21, 1959. He urged technology-driven policing to combat cybercrime and drugs.
Vizianagaram mayoral election postponed to October 29, 2026, due to Sirimanotsavam festival
The State Election Commission (SEC) postponed the Vizianagaram mayoral election from October 28 to October 29, 2026. Collector S. Ramsundar Reddy and officials requested the change because the administration would be busy with the annual Sirimanotsavam of Goddess Pydithalli Ammavaru on October 27. The election for a Mayor and 62 corporators involves 2,23,050 voters at 229 polling booths.
Court directs APSEC to decide on nomination deadline extensions by October 22
A vacation bench of Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana directed the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (APSEC) to decide by October 22 on extending nomination deadlines for urban local body polls. The court postponed the final candidates' list until October 25 after Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) alleged violence in Punganur, Rayachoti, Kadapa, and Tirupati on October 16.
Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission sets MPTC and ZPTC election dates for 2026
The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission issued a notification for MPTC and ZPTC elections, with nominations open from October 21 to October 23, 2026. Polling occurs November 3, 2026, in Visakhapatnam across four mandals. V. Narayana Murthy confirmed arrangements for 1,62,407 voters. Candidates must provide specific certificates and security deposits ranging from ₹1,500 to ₹6,000 depending on category.
Pawan Kalyan orders legal action over alleged destruction of Rs 4.75-crore road
Pawan Kalyan and Nara Lokesh of the TDP-led NDA accused YSRCP leaders of allegedly destroying 100 metres of a Rs 4.75-crore road connecting Ananthasamudram and Papakkagaripalle villages under Palle Panduga 3.0. On October 19, Pawan Kalyan ordered legal action against Subba Reddy and Venkata Subba Reddy. YSRCP spokesperson Putta Sivashankar denied allegations, citing a land dispute in Survey Nos. 351 and 352.
Supreme Court rules YSRCP made prima facie case for election nomination extension
On October 21, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled that the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) made a prima facie case for an extension to file urban local body election nominations in Andhra Pradesh. Led by Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the party alleged candidates faced violence from October 16 to 18. The court ordered the State Election Commission (SEC) to decide by October 22 on extensions of at least 48 hours.
Supreme Court to hear ₹2.78 crore CMRL bribery case and YSRCP extension plea
A special Supreme Court Bench of Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana will hear pleas on October 21, 2026. The Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP), led by Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, seeks an extension after the Andhra Pradesh High Court refused one on October 18, 2026. Additionally, the court hears Pinarayi Vijayan, Veena T., and P.A. Mohamed Riyas regarding an alleged CMRL bribery case involving ₹2.78 crore.
