In the Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections, YSRCP and the TDP alliance fought fiercely with the goal of winning the elections. YSRCP, the ruling party, aimed to retain power, while the TDP alliance was determined to secure victory this time. Both parties conducted extensive campaigns, and voters turned out in large numbers, resulting in heavy polling. Even after the exit polls, there was no clear indication of who would win, with some exit polls favoring YSRCP and others showing a possible NDA victory.
Regardless of which party wins, the losing party will face significant challenges. If YSRCP retains power, TDP might struggle with leadership issues. Chandrababu Naidu, aged 74, may not remain as active in the future, leading to potential internal conflicts within the party under Nara Lokesh's leadership. Senior TDP leaders have previously voiced concerns about the party's direction, and allies like BJP and Jana Sena might try to fill the void.
On the other hand, if TDP wins and YSRCP loses, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy could face severe difficulties due to pending corruption cases. His past imprisonment might lead to another jail term, causing internal strife within YSRCP. During Jagan's previous jail term, his sister Sharmila led the party. Now, as PCC Chief, Sharmila aims to strengthen Congress in Andhra Pradesh and might try to attract second and third-tier leaders from YSRCP.
In summary, the losing party in the 2024 elections will likely face various challenges over the next five years. They will need to resolve internal issues and counter attempts by the ruling party to weaken them. Meanwhile, BJP, Congress, and Jana Sena might quietly maneuver to capitalize on these developments and gain a foothold in the state.
