According to the election affidavit filed by Sharmila, the state Congress chief also owes Rs 19.56 lakh to her sister-in-law and Jagan’s wife Bharathi Reddy.

As the auspicious festival of Ugadi approaches, the Governor of Andhra Pradesh, S. Abdul Nazeer, has conveyed his heartfelt wishes, emphasising the occasion as a harbinger of joy and optimism, promising a brighter tomorrow.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has emphasised that the upcoming election will be a clash of ideologies, pitting his party's support for the poor against the opposition's alignment with capitalists.

In a significant declaration, the Congress party has pledged to grant Andhra Pradesh a 10-year special category status upon assuming power at the Centre.