TDP faces double challenge in Chittoor Mayoral contest
The TDP-led alliance in Chittoor faces internal and external challenges as it prepares for the Mayoral contest, balancing the selection of candidate Katari Hemalatha against rival YSRCP and disappointed party aspirants. The selection process was marked by intense lobbying among local political families.
Why it matters
Local mayoral elections are critical for regional governance and reflect the internal power dynamics of political alliances in Andhra Pradesh.
TDP faces double challenge in Chittoor Mayoral contest left TDP Chittoor Mayoral candidate Katari Hemalatha, along with local MLA Gurajala Jagan Mohan, campaigning for the upcoming elections in Chittoor. By Arrangement By Arrangement https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/ptvsvg/article71620551.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/10215_24_10_2026_18_33_37_1_WHATSAPPIMAGE2026_10_24AT61346PM.JPEG ANDHRA PRADESH Andhra Pradesh. Oct 24. 26. TDPs Chittoor Mayoral candidate Katari Hemalatha along with local MLA Gurajala Jagan Mohan campaigning in Chittoor. By Arrangement Former Mayor Katari Hemalatha is the alliance candidate, while former Deputy Mayor R. Chandrasekhar will represent the YSRCP for the post reserved for BC general category CHITTOOR The Telugu Desam Party-led alliance faces a double challenge in the Chittoor Mayoral contest — first, a fight with rival YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), and second, the challenge of keeping disappointed aspirants within its ranks. Former Mayor Katari Hemalatha is the alliance candidate, while former Deputy Mayor R. Chandrasekhar will represent the YSRCP for the post reserved for BC general category.
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