After his crushing electoral defeat, former Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy seemed shattered, and many believed his political career was on hold.
Even YSRCP leaders assumed it would take considerable time for Jagan to reconnect with the public. However, the credit for his unexpected and swift resurgence goes to the TDP and its affiliated media.
Instead of prioritizing governance, the TDP-led alliance focused on weakening Jagan and the YSRCP, and politically sidelining their opposition.
Filing cases against key YSRCP leaders is ok, but cases being filed on common people for their political affinity further alienated voters, creating negativity for the ruling coalition.
This antagonistic approach unintentionally energized Jagan.
Forced into action, he began holding frequent press conferences to counter negative narratives and meet public expectations.
During his CM tenure, Jagan rarely addressed the media, but now he regularly visits flood-affected areas like Vijayawada and also engages with people in Pulivendula.
His renewed energy and outreach highlight a stark contrast to his earlier political demeanor.
Ironically, the TDP’s relentless attacks have only revitalized Jagan, making him a stronger opposition figure.
This misstep by the coalition has strengthened Jagan’s presence, posing a significant challenge for the ruling alliance much in advance of the next election time.