Andhra Pradeshs political scene stirred today as the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and Janasena Party (JSP) announced their first list of candidates for the upcoming assembly elections. TDP supremo N Chandrababu Naidu and Jansena chief Pawan Kalyan announced on Saturday, aiming to counter the ruling YSR Congress Party (YSRCP). They released the joint list of 118 seats. Vijaywada, Andhra Pradesh: TDP Chief and Former Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced the candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections. Pawan Kalyans JanaSena is set to contest from 24 constituencies, with the possibility of sharing the remaining constituencies if the… pic.twitter.com/VV9w9NbAF2— ANI (@ANI) February 24, 2024Open stance over alliance with BJPHowever, the veteran leaders clarified that the seat allocation has been done in a way that will be suitable for the BJP. According to the list, TDP candidates will be contesting from 94 constituencies while Pawan Kalyans Jansena will be contesting from 24 seats. Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections | TDP-Jana Sena Party (JSP) announces first list of candidates with 118 names, first time ever in the politics in Andhra Pradesh. Of these 118 nominees, TDP spearheads with 94 contenders, while Jana Sena will be contesting in 24 seats which will… pic.twitter.com/FI2UT2r0KP— ANI (@ANI) February 24, 2024TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu and JSP leader Pawan Kalyan emphasized the alliances importance for the states future, even hinting at the blessings of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) through Kalyans comments. However, the BJPs formal inclusion and the seat-sharing for the remaining constituencies are yet to be decided.శ్రీకాకుళం, విజయనగరం, విశాఖపట్నం ఈస్ట్ పార్లమెంట్ పరిధిలోని, అసెంబ్లీ నియోజకవర్గాలకు టీడీపీ-జనసేన ఉమ్మడి అభ్యర్థులు #TDPJSPTogether #TDPJSPAlliance #AndhraPradesh pic.twitter.com/bB0FWhvJtQ— Telugu Desam Party (@JaiTDP) February 24, 2024Addressing a press conference, Jansenas chief said, We have to first put the state on the right track, keeping the future of the state ahead of individual and party prospects.While some might see JSPs lower number as surprising, Kalyan explained it as a strategic move to prioritize stability and avoid over-ambition. Both parties stressed cooperation and a united front against their rivals, with Naidu promising mutual support wherever they face competition.pic.twitter.com/lCUhqA8nG6— Telugu Desam Party (@JaiTDP) February 24, 2024The remaining formula of 57 seats in 175 assembly constituencies is expected to be revealed soon.Addressing a press conference at his residence, Naidu said, Wherever Janasena is contesting the TDP should cooperate and wherever TDP is contesting the Janaseana should cooperate.Both should work with an understanding for creating belief in people and victory will be easy, nobody can stop us, he added.23 first-time candidatesNaidu also highlighted the selection of young candidates, women, and diverse community representatives in an attempt to connect with various sections of the electorate. Naidu said that 23 candidates are first-timers, three doctors, one retired IAS officer, three doctorates, 25 post-graduates, and 51 graduates will contest the upcoming assembly polls. With the first list released, it will be interesting to see whether BJP will join the alliance or not.
