Marri Rajasekhar must reassess YSRCP critique

Chilakaluripeta, March 21: Former Minister Vidudala Rajani responded to Marri Rajasekhar’s recent criticism of YSRCP following his resignation as MLC and party member. Rajani urged Rajasekhar to introspect, asserting that the YSR family, from late YS Rajasekhara Reddy (YSR) to YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, consistently honored him with key roles, including united Guntur district president, regional coordinator, and MLC. She questioned the appropriateness of his resignation after receiving such opportunities.

Rajani recalled that in 2004, when Rajasekhar contested as an independent from Chilakaluripeta after being denied a Congress ticket, YSR supported him over the official candidate, ensuring his win. Despite a 2009 Congress defeat, his dignity was upheld. Joining YSRCP, Rajasekhar was made district president, though he lost the 2014 election. Rajani won from Chilakaluripeta in 2019 with Jagan’s backing. Post-YSRCP’s rise to power, Rajasekhar became an MLC and regional coordinator, yet resigned during the party’s post-election struggles, allowing the MLC seat to pass to TDP. Rajani criticized this move, noting he could have challenged the coalition’s “Red Book” governance instead.

Rajani shared that in 2024, she contested Guntur West on Jagan’s directive, losing but accepting post-election duties in Chilakaluripeta. She contrasted her loyalty with Rajasekhar’s actions, affirming his fair treatment by YSRCP and wishing him respect in his next political venture.