
One of the key factors behind the revival of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in Andhra Pradesh was the much-publicized Red Book, announced by Nara Lokesh ahead of the elections. The concept struck a strong chord with party cadres, energising them across the state and instilling confidence that injustices faced during the YCP regime would not go unanswered. During the campaign, the Red Book became a powerful symbol of accountability and retribution, significantly boosting the morale of TDP workers.
However, after the formation of the NDA government, murmurs of dissatisfaction have begun to surface within the party ranks. Several TDP workers feel that the Red Book promise is not being implemented with the intensity and seriousness they had expected. According to them, the response against alleged YCP excesses has been relatively soft, leading to disappointment among cadres who fought aggressively during the elections.
This perceived complacency seems to have emboldened YCP leaders, with some even openly mocking the Red Book. Senior YCP leader Ambati Rambabu’s recent remarks underline this shift in attitude. Taking a direct dig at Lokesh, Ambati said, “Who knows whether my name is even there in that Red Book? You should ask its author. Even if my name is there, I don’t care. Even my dog wouldn’t be scared of that book.” In Telugu, he remarked bluntly, “Aa Red Book ki naa kukka kuda bayapadadu.”
By openly challenging Lokesh and daring him to act, Ambati’s statement reflects a growing belief among YCP leaders that the threat of the Red Book has weakened. Political analysts observe that after an initial phase where a few YCP leaders were jailed for alleged antisocial activities, the momentum appears to have slowed, leading to a loss of fear within the opposition camp.
Whether the TDP leadership will reignite the Red Book agenda with renewed force remains to be seen. For now, YCP leaders seem increasingly confident, testing the limits and openly questioning the seriousness of the promised action.
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