The Telugu Desam Party is facing growing internal criticism over allegations of corruption and administrative high-handedness.
Party leaders and workers are questioning why Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, who often speaks about reform and transformation, appears to be ignoring certain developments within his government.
The controversy intensified following an incident involving Vijaya Dairy Chairman Chalasani Anjaneyulu.
Reports suggest that he came under intense pressure from ministers and MLAs to resign after being re-elected against the party leadership’s wishes. It was also alleged that the pressure contributed to his hospitalisation.
What has triggered wider debate is a photograph showing a minister obtaining Anjaneyulu’s resignation letter while he was lying on a hospital bed.
The incident has drawn criticism even from within the party, with some leaders describing it as “inhumane” and unnecessary.
Senior leaders have questioned whether such action was really necessary, especially against a party member, and warned that incidents of this nature could damage the TDP’s image.
Some have even expressed concern that if such practices continue, the public may begin to see little difference between the TDP and its political rivals.
The episode has now sparked an internal debate over leadership style, party discipline and the broader direction of governance in the state.
