Tensions are escalating in Tadipatri, a town in Anantapur district, following the unexpected return of former MLA Kethireddy Pedda Reddy, a leader of the YSR Congress Party.

After a year away, Pedda Reddy's recent arrival at his own residence caught the police off guard. Though the High Court had granted him permission to enter Tadipatri, he subsequently filed a contempt of court petition, alleging the court's orders were not adhered to.

Meanwhile , the police have stated that they are implementing precautionary measures to maintain law and order in the district amidst rising tensions.