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TDP holds Andhra Pradesh govt responsible for Guntur stampede that killed 3

The Telugu Desam Party held the Andhra Pradesh government responsible for the stampede incident in Guntur city on Sunday night that left three women dead and seven others injured, even as party president N Chandrababu Naidu expressed "profound shock and grief" over the tragedy. Naidu announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs five lakh each to the kin of the deceased while the state government announced a relief of Rs two lakh each. TDP leader K Ravindra said he would pay another Rs two lakh each to the families of the deceased and Rs one lakh each to the injured persons. Another TDP leader Mannava Mohana Krishna announced a further relief of Rs three lakh each to the kin of those killed. Three women were killed in the stampede at some of the stalls in a public ground in Guntur where a non-governmental organisation distributed "Sankranti Kanuka" (gift) to poor families. The TDP president attended the event and the tragedy struck a few minutes after he left the venue. TDP state president

TDP holds Andhra Pradesh govt responsible for Guntur stampede that killed 3
Updated On : 23 May 2024 | 5:32 PM IST

Andhra stampede tragedy: Death toll rises to 8, PM Modi announces ex-gratia

One more person who was injured in a stampede during a programme organised by the TDP in Kandukur town in Nellore district succumbed while undergoing treatment on Wednesday night, taking the toll to eight, police said on Thursday. The victims, including two women died and eight others were injured on Wednesday after they fell in a drainage canal when the Leader of Opposition N Chandrababu Naidu was addressing a roadshow there. People gathered in large numbers at the venue and there was some jostling among the public during the meeting, leading to a stampede-like situation at the canal, they had said based on initial information. Some of the injured are undergoing treatment in hospital. Naidu, who immediately cancelled the meeting, announced Rs 10 lakh to the kin of the deceased. He also visited the hospital where the injured were being treated. He also asked the TDP leaders to ensure better medical care to the injured. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reacting to the inci

Andhra stampede tragedy: Death toll rises to 8, PM Modi announces ex-gratia
Updated On : 29 Dec 2022 | 5:38 PM IST

7 TDP workers killed in scuffle during Chandrababu Naidu's rally in Andhra

Following the incident, Naidu announced financial assistance of Rs 10 lakhs each to the families of the deceased

7 TDP workers killed in scuffle during Chandrababu Naidu's rally in Andhra
Updated On : 29 Dec 2022 | 7:03 AM IST

Andhra govt not letting party leaders visit violence-hit Macherla: TDP

TDP leader Varla Ramaiah asks why his party leaders are not allowed to meet the victims of violence in Macherla

Andhra govt not letting party leaders visit violence-hit Macherla: TDP
Updated On : 18 Dec 2022 | 5:19 PM IST

3 Andhra capitals announced to create enmity between people, says TDP

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) criticised the decision of three capitals in the state at a round table meeting of state TDP leaders on Saturday.

3 Andhra capitals announced to create enmity between people, says TDP
Updated On : 16 Oct 2022 | 7:34 AM IST

TDP MLAs suspended from Andhra Pradesh assembly for second straight day

Speaker Tammineni Seetharam suspended 13 MLAs of the TDP for stalling the proceedings of the House through their protest in the well

TDP MLAs suspended from Andhra Pradesh assembly for second straight day
Updated On : 16 Sep 2022 | 2:58 PM IST

TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu tests Covid-19 positive, isolates self

Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday said he has tested positive for coronavirus. "I've tested positive for COVID with mild symptoms. I have quarantined myself at home and taking all the necessary precautions. I would request those who came in contact with me to get themselves tested at the earliest. Please be safe and take care," the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh said in a tweet. Chandrababu is now in home isolation at this riverfront residence at Undavalli here. Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy wished Chandrababu a speedy recovery. "Wishing a speedy recovery & good health for Sri @ncbn garu," Jagan said in a tweet. Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan said it was sad that Chandrababu was infected with the coronavirus. "I pray for his speedy recovery," Kalyan said in a statement. On Monday, Chandrababu's son and member of Legislative Council, Nara Lokesh, too tested positive for the virus.

TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu tests Covid-19 positive, isolates self
Updated On : 18 Jan 2022 | 6:55 PM IST

Unable to bear 'humiliation', TDP's Chandrababu Naidu breaks down

TDP president and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Friday broke down at a news conference and vowed not to step into the state Assembly until he wins the elections

Unable to bear 'humiliation', TDP's Chandrababu Naidu breaks down
Updated On : 19 Nov 2021 | 6:07 PM IST

TDP chief vows to step into Assembly again only after returning to power

Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu vowed to step into the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly again only after returning to power

TDP chief vows to step into Assembly again only after returning to power
Updated On : 19 Nov 2021 | 2:22 PM IST

Keen to stich alliance, TDP cozying up to BJP top brass, claims YSR Cong

YSR Congress on Thursday claimed he was "buttering up" the BJP top brass to forge an alliance with the ruling party at the Centre after ditching them ahead of the 2019 general elections

Keen to stich alliance, TDP cozying up to BJP top brass, claims YSR Cong
Updated On : 27 Oct 2021 | 8:05 PM IST

Former TDP MLA Philip C. Tocher joins Andhra Pradesh ruling party YSRCP

Former Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Christian minority leader Philip C. Tocher has joined Andhra Pradesh's ruling Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP).

Former TDP MLA Philip C. Tocher joins Andhra Pradesh ruling party YSRCP
Updated On : 18 Jun 2021 | 11:41 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh Assembly to hold budget session today; TDP to boycott

A single-day budget session of the Andhra Pradesh Assembly is scheduled to be held on Thursday

Andhra Pradesh Assembly to hold budget session today; TDP to boycott
Updated On : 20 May 2021 | 10:49 AM IST

AP local body elections highlights: Ruling YSR Congress sweeps to victory

YSR Congress in Andhra Pradesh swept the elections to the urban local bodies, literally burying the main opposition TDP in 75 municipalities and 11 municipal corporations

AP local body elections highlights: Ruling YSR Congress sweeps to victory
Updated On : 15 Mar 2021 | 11:01 AM IST

Budget: TDP, YSRCP express dissatisfaction, say nothing offered to Andhra

TDP spokesperson K Pattabhiram told ANI that many promises made at the time of bifurcation of the state were pending

Budget: TDP, YSRCP express dissatisfaction, say nothing offered to Andhra
Updated On : 02 Feb 2021 | 1:56 AM IST

Untouched terrain: BJP looking for a dominant spot in Andhra, Telangana

Bandi Sanjay Kumar and Somu Veerraju will helm the BJP's Telangana and Andhra Pradesh units, respectively

Untouched terrain: BJP looking for a dominant spot in Andhra, Telangana
Updated On : 13 Sep 2020 | 8:13 PM IST

Chandrababu Naidu unhurt as 2 convoy vehicles involved in accident

The incident occurred near Dandu Malkapuram in Choutuppal mandal on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada highway when Naidu was on his way to Hyderabad from Vijayawada

Chandrababu Naidu unhurt as 2 convoy vehicles involved in accident
Updated On : 05 Sep 2020 | 8:27 PM IST

Jagan's policies causing 'all-round destruction' in AP: Chandrababu Naidu

Naidu appealed to the people to think carefully whether they would like to have 'true development' brought by the previous Telugu Desam Party government

Jagan's policies causing 'all-round destruction' in AP: Chandrababu Naidu
Updated On : 11 Aug 2020 | 8:39 AM IST

TDP condemns Andhra govt's decision to downgrade security cover of Naidu

Naidu had escaped assassination attempt by Maoists in Tirupati in 2003 when he was the chief minister of undivided Andhra Pradesh.

TDP condemns Andhra govt's decision to downgrade security cover of Naidu
Updated On : 18 Feb 2020 | 2:42 PM IST

Chandrababu Naidu's change of tone: Is TDP drifting back towards BJP?

Naidu was part of the National Democratic Alliance and it seems he is setting the stage to return there

Chandrababu Naidu's change of tone: Is TDP drifting back towards BJP?
Updated On : 16 Nov 2019 | 7:42 PM IST

TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu, son Nara Lokesh placed under house arrest

Earlier on Wednesday, it was reported that the Andhra Pradesh police had put several TDP leaders under house arrest in view of the party's call for the 'Chalo Atmakur' rally

TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu, son Nara Lokesh placed under house arrest
Updated On : 11 Sep 2019 | 10:35 AM IST