Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Andhra Pradesh on January 8 has been officially confirmed, fueling speculations about its political significance, particularly regarding Jana Sena Party president and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan.
According to official sources, Modi will arrive in Visakhapatnam at 3 PM and stay until 7 PM, participating in various events.
He is scheduled to address a public meeting at the Andhra University Engineering College Grounds, where he will also lay the foundation stone for an NTPC Green Hydrogen Plant in Achyutapuram, Anakapalli District, and inaugurate railway and national highway projects.
Sources indicate that the BJP's national leadership is eager for Pawan Kalyan to attend the meeting.
Modi is expected to commend Pawan Kalyan’s remarkable performance in the last Assembly and Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing his role in the NDA coalition's success.
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu is also planning to maximize his presence at the event.
Arriving in Visakhapatnam on January 4 to attend the Navy Day Parade, Naidu is using the opportunity to set the stage for his involvement in Modi's visit.
On January 8, Naidu and Pawan Kalyan will join forces to welcome the Prime Minister in Visakhapatnam. Both leaders are expected to address the rally alongside Modi.
With the NDA in power at both the Centre and the state, Modi’s visit is expected to bring key announcements for Andhra Pradesh. Strong cooperation from the Centre is anticipated to play a vital role in shaping the state’s future.
Politically, Modi is focused on consolidating the NDA alliance in Andhra Pradesh, and BJP leaders are crafting new strategies to strengthen their foothold.
Modi’s strong rapport with Pawan Kalyan has drawn attention to his speech, which is expected to emphasize the importance of the Jana Sena Party in the coalition and outline the roadmap for the NDA's future in Andhra Pradesh.
