ZP Chairperson race heats up in Kurnool and Nandyal dists

Kurnool: Following the successful conclusion of the MPTC and ZPTC elections, intense political lobbying has surfaced within the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) over the selection of Zilla Parishad (ZP) Chairpersons for Kurnool and Nandyal districts.

In Kurnool district, the race has narrowed down to two prominent ZPTC members: Chudi Uligaiah from Kowthalam mandal and Dr Sheikh Sadiqa from Devanakonda mandal. Uligaiah, a BC-Valmiki community leader associated with the TDP since 1983, carries over four decades of organizational experience and strong backing from senior district leaders. Concurrently, Dr. Sadiqa’s election as a ZPTC member has placed her prominently in discussions as the party leadership balances community representation.

In neighboring Nandyal district, Velugodu ZPTC Ramana Reddy and Allagadda ZPTC Poreddy Rajasekhar Reddy have emerged as top contenders for the prestigious ZP Chairperson post.

Political analysts note that the selection process will weigh multiple criteria, including sub-regional representation, social equations, leadership background, and individual contributions to the party’s recent electoral success.

The TDP high command is currently evaluating ground-level feedback and political implications across both districts to ensure balanced governance and cadre satisfaction. Party cadres and local leaders are eagerly awaiting the final directive from the high command.

The upcoming selection of the two ZP Chairpersons is expected to set the political tone for local governance, rural development initiatives, and administrative coordination across the Kurnool and Nandyal regions.

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V Narendra Kumar

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Narendra Kumar Varikuntla is a seasoned journalist with 15 years of experience in reporting and news coverage. He holds a Master's degree in English Literature. He is Staff Correspondent for The Hans India based in Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh Before embarking on his career in journalism, he worked with Tata Robins Fraser (TRF) as a Confidential Assistant at the Rourkela Steel Plant, where he served for 10 years. His tenure at TRF enabled him to develop strong administrative, communication, and organisational skills, which have significantly contributed to his success in journalism. He began his journalistic career with Deccan Chronicle, where he gained valuable experience in reporting and news gathering. Since 2015, he has been serving as a Staff Correspondent with The Hans India, covering the erstwhile Kurnool district, including Kurnool and Nandyal. During his journalism career, Narendra Kumar has extensively reported on governance, politics, public affairs, social issues, agriculture, and developmental activities. He is known for his commitment to accurate, balanced, and responsible journalism, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. In addition to his journalistic profession, he is actively engaged in agriculture and personally cultivates 10 acres of farmland. His close association with farming provides him with firsthand insight into rural life and farmers' issues, enriching his reporting on agriculture and rural development.

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