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The Indian political landscape witnessed a significant shift as two prominent members of the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), Beedha Mastan Rao Jadhav and Venkataramana Rao Mopidevi, resigned from their Rajya Sabha memberships. This unexpected move, announced on Thursday, dealt a major blow to the YSRCP, which had already suffered a setback in the recent Lok Sabha and Andhra assembly elections. The resignations are expected to further weaken the party's influence in the Upper House.
The decision to resign was reportedly driven by the MPs' desire to join the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) led by former Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. Sources close to the development revealed that both industrialists, Rao and Mopidevi, had met with Naidu and expressed their intent to switch allegiances. This move is anticipated to be a significant boost for the TDP, which currently lacks representation in the Rajya Sabha.
The resignations are poised to have a ripple effect on the political landscape of Andhra Pradesh. With the YSRCP losing two seats in the Rajya Sabha, the TDP stands to gain a considerable advantage. The by-elections that will be held to fill the vacant seats are likely to be a cakewalk for the TDP, as they are expected to win unopposed. This shift in power dynamics could influence the political discourse in the state and potentially impact future policy decisions.
Mopidevi's resignation specifically stems from his dissatisfaction with the YSRCP leadership, as he was denied a ticket to contest the recent assembly elections. Having previously served as a loyalist to former Andhra CM Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy, Mopidevi had even faced arrest by the CBI in connection with a disproportionate assets case involving Jagan in 2012. Despite this setback, he remained dedicated to the party until his recent decision to leave.
The implications of these resignations extend beyond the political arena. The departure of experienced and influential figures like Rao and Mopidevi could impact the YSRCP's ability to effectively represent the interests of their constituents in the Rajya Sabha. Additionally, the TDP's strengthened position could empower them to exert greater influence on national policy matters related to Andhra Pradesh.
This development is likely to fuel further speculation about the future of the YSRCP and its ability to recover from the recent electoral losses. The party's leadership will need to address the grievances of its members and find ways to mitigate the potential loss of support that could result from these high-profile departures.
Source: Big blow to Jagan Reddy as 2 YSRCP MPs quit Rajya Sabha; likely to join Naidu's TDP