Exit polls are divided on which party will form the next governament in Andhra Pradesh. some predicted that governament in Andhra Pradesh. some predicted that TDP will return to power while others are of the view that main opposition YSR Congress.
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India Today in its exit poll projected that TDP would win between 110 to 120 seats, leaving 60 to 65 assembly seats to YSRCP.
- The TDP was established in March 1982 by Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR), a renowned actor and director in Telugu-language cinema.
- NTR’s charisma and popularity helped the party gain prominence swiftly.
- The TDP’s primary focus has been on supporting Telugu speakers and championing their interests.
- After NTR’s demise, the party leadership passed to N. Chandrababu Naidu in 1995.
- Naidu, the incumbent Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, has been at the helm of the TDP for several years.
- The party has also made its presence felt in national politics, particularly in New Delhi.
- The TDP has advocated for regional development, welfare programs, and empowerment of marginalized communities.
- It has consistently emphasized the importance of Telugu identity and culture.
- The party’s commitment to farmers, women’s empowerment, and youth development remains central to its agenda.
- The Telugu Desam Party, with its rich history and unwavering commitment to Telugu-speaking people, remains a formidable force in Andhra Pradesh politics. Its legacy, leadership, and policies continue to shape the state’s trajectory.