Despite YSRCP’s crushing defeat, the party appears reluctant to introspect.
Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy’s appointments of leaders linked to the Tadepalli coterie—rather than grassroots workers—are drawing criticism.
Allegations are rife that non-leaders, especially the women, close to Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy, Krishnamohan Reddy, and Dhanunjay Reddy are monopolizing access to Jagan, sidelining genuine leaders and workers.
Questions are being raised about the electoral power of these folks, with accusations that their primary focus is currying favor with Jagan rather than strengthening the party.
There are also concerns about undue attention being given to non-leader individuals during meetings, further alienating party loyalists.
Even during YSRCP’s tenure, some leaders prioritized pleasing coterie factions over grassroots work, leading to discontent and electoral setbacks.
Many real workers and leaders who toiled for the party have suffered financial and political losses, while those exploiting coterie connections thrived. This trend is feared to persist, deepening the party’s woes.
The lack of participation by nominated leaders in key movements like the recent farmers’ and electricity protests highlights the disconnect between coterie appointees and ground-level realities.
If the YSRCP continues to elevate social media talkers over grassroots workers, its future prospects will remain bleak.
