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The Indian political landscape witnessed a significant development on Thursday as two members of the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) resigned from the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament. This event could have a ripple effect on the political dynamics of Andhra Pradesh and the national level. The two MPs, Mopidevi Venkataramana Rao and Beeda Masthan Rao, submitted their resignations to Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, which were subsequently accepted. This move, coming just days after the MPs met with TDP supremo and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, raises eyebrows and suggests potential political maneuvering.
The resignations hold significant implications for both the YSRCP and its archrival, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP). The YSRCP, currently holding 12 seats in the Rajya Sabha, will see its strength reduced to 10. On the other hand, the TDP, which currently has no representation in the Upper House, stands to benefit immensely from this development. With the YSRCP losing power in Andhra Pradesh and having an absolute majority in the state assembly, the TDP is well-positioned to easily secure the seats vacated by the two resigned MPs through by-elections.
Sources suggest that the resignations may not be an isolated incident. Several other YSRCP MPs are rumored to be considering resigning from the Rajya Sabha, with some even contemplating joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This trend, if it materializes, could further shift the political balance in the upper house and might strengthen the NDA's grip on the Rajya Sabha. With the YSRCP facing a period of political uncertainty and the TDP aiming to capitalize on the situation, the coming weeks and months are likely to witness significant political activity in Andhra Pradesh and at the national level.