In Andhra Pradesh, the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) faced a surprising defeat despite its heavy focus on welfare schemes. CM Jagan Mohan Reddy's strategy of directly transferring funds into beneficiaries' accounts through various schemes like social pensions, Aarogyasri, YSR Asara, Cheyutha, Rythu Bharosa, Amma Vodi, and fee reimbursements did not yield the expected electoral results.
Jagan's assumption that the SC, ST, BC, and minority communities would remain loyal to YSRCP backfired. Critics argue that the party neglected essential infrastructure and development, which significantly impacted voter sentiment. Issues such as poor road conditions, lack of job opportunities for the youth, and neglect of village amenities were highlighted as major drawbacks. Additionally, the failure to attract significant industrial investments and the controversial three capitals plan further contributed to YSRCP's downfall.
Despite the party's claim of reaching every household with welfare schemes, the election results were a stark reminder that development and infrastructure remain critical to winning voter trust.
