YSR Congress Alleges Security Lapse During Jagan Mohan Reddy's Visit
The YSR Congress Party has accused the Andhra Pradesh coalition government of intentionally reducing security measures during former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy's visit to Devarapalli. The party claims this was aimed at disrupting his discussions with local tobacco farmers. They demand a minimum support price for tobacco and have raised concerns about the government's ability to ensure safety for both leaders and citizens. With plans to file a formal complaint, YSRCP holds the government accountable for neglecting farmers' issues and security responsibilities.
| Aug 6, 2026, 15:44 IST
Security Concerns Raised by YSR Congress
The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has raised serious concerns regarding the security arrangements during the visit of former Chief Minister and party leader Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy to Devarapalli, alleging that the Andhra Pradesh coalition government intentionally reduced security measures. In a statement, YSRCP officials claimed that the reduction in police presence aimed to disrupt Jagan Mohan Reddy's discussions with tobacco farmers at a local procurement center.
According to the party, Jagan Mohan Reddy visited the area to meet distressed tobacco farmers and urged the government to ensure fair prices for their produce. YSRCP criticized the state government for failing to provide adequate police protection during his visit, despite his entitlement to Z+ security as a former chief minister.
Furthermore, the party asserted that previously arranged police deployments were abruptly removed overnight, leading to insufficient security at the helipad and throughout the event. YSRCP leaders announced plans to file a formal complaint with the Ministry of Home Affairs regarding this alleged security breach. They demanded the resignation of the state's Home Minister and held the government accountable for ensuring the safety of the former chief minister. The party also accused the coalition government of only addressing the concerns of tobacco farmers after Jagan Mohan Reddy announced his visit, indicating a lack of prior action on the issue.
Reiterating their demands, YSRCP called on the government to declare a minimum support price (MSP) of ₹300 per kilogram for tobacco and to facilitate direct procurement through MARKFED to eliminate middlemen and provide better returns to farmers. The party also insisted that coalition legislators apologize unconditionally for their alleged remarks against tobacco farmers.
YSRCP leaders further claimed that a government unable to ensure the safety of a former chief minister cannot guarantee the security of ordinary citizens. They warned that if any harm comes to Jagan Mohan Reddy, the coalition government would be held responsible, accusing it of neglecting both farmers' concerns and security obligations.