Jagan’s Controversial Remarks on Balakrishna
A fresh controversy has erupted in Andhra Pradesh politics after former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy made a bold accusation against Hindupur MLA and actor Nandamuri Balakrishna. During a press interaction, Jagan alleged that Balakrishna attended the Assembly session under the influence of alcohol.Jagan expressed shock over how the Assembly Speaker allowed Balakrishna to participate in the session in such a state. He questioned the Speaker’s decision-making and said Balakrishna’s behavior clearly reflected his mental condition.
The controversy gained momentum after Balakrishna made critical remarks about actor and former Union Minister Chiranjeevi during the Assembly session. His comments were seen as disrespectful by many in the film industry and political circles.
Jagan also pointed out the silence of Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, who is Chiranjeevi’s brother. He questioned why Pawan chose not to respond to Balakrishna’s statements, calling it a missed opportunity to stand up for his family and values.
The incident has triggered strong reactions from both the film industry and political leaders. Supporters of Chiranjeevi and Jagan have taken to social media to express their outrage, while Balakrishna’s fans have defended him, calling the allegations baseless.
This episode has raised serious questions about the decorum and ethics within the Andhra Pradesh Assembly. Political analysts believe such incidents damage the credibility of elected representatives and distract from pressing public issues.
Public opinion remains divided. While some believe Jagan’s comments were necessary to uphold Assembly standards, others see it as a political strategy to corner the opposition ahead of upcoming elections.
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP), to which Balakrishna belongs, has not released an official statement. However, sources suggest that party leaders are preparing a rebuttal and may address the issue in the next Assembly session.
News channels and digital platforms have been covering the controversy extensively. Debates, panel discussions, and opinion pieces are dominating the media landscape, keeping the issue in the spotlight.
With elections approaching, this controversy could influence voter sentiment. Political observers are watching closely to see how each party handles the fallout and whether it will impact alliances and campaign strategies.
