Date: March 24, 2025
BJP MLA Thanks Chandrababu Naidu – Here’s Why!
BJP MLA Rakesh Reddy Expresses Gratitude to AP Leaders
Telangana BJP MLA Rakesh Reddy publicly thanked Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy CM K. Pawan Kalyan, and IT Minister N. Lokesh for their role in resolving a long-standing issue related to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) darshan recommendation letters.
Speaking in the Telangana Assembly, Rakesh Reddy acknowledged that Telangana legislators previously faced discrimination in getting their recommendation letters honored at Lord Venkateswara’s temple in Tirumala after the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh.
TTD Darshan Issues After State Bifurcation
For years, Telangana leaders struggled to get their recommendation letters accepted by TTD authorities, causing significant inconvenience.
- Several MLAs from Telangana raised concerns in public forums about this issue.
- They pointed out that TTD officials were allegedly favoring Andhra Pradesh leaders, while Telangana representatives faced rejection.
- This discrimination affected their access to a smoother darshan at Tirumala for themselves and their acquaintances.
How Chandrababu Naidu & Pawan Kalyan Intervened
Recognizing the grievances of Telangana leaders, a few MLAs approached Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, and N. Lokesh for a solution.
- Andhra Pradesh leaders responded positively to their plea for fair treatment.
- The AP government approved a new set of guidelines that allow recommendation letters from Telangana legislators to honored on specific days.
- This policy ensures fair access to special darshan facilities for Telangana lawmakers and their families.
BJP MLA Thanks AP Government in Telangana Assembly
Following this landmark decision, Rakesh Reddy expressed gratitude to Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, and Lokesh during his speech in the Telangana Assembly.
- He emphasized that this move restores fairness in accessing TTD darshan.
- The decision strengthens ties between Andhra Pradesh and Telangana leaders.
- It ensures that Telangana MLAs can now continue their devotion without obstacles.
With increasing pilgrim traffic at Tirumala, this resolution comes as a huge relief for Telangana legislators and their followers.