YSRCP MLCs call AP Council incident an "attack on democracy", seek action against Minister Atchannaidu
Mar 05, 2026
Amravathi (Andhra Pradesh) [India], March 5 : YSRCP MLCs Arun Kumar and Bharath on Saturday condemned the incident of how MLC Mohsen Raju was addressed in an "insulting and disrespectful manner" in the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council, terming it an "attack on democracy."
Addressing the media, the YSRCP leaders alleged that ministers and members of the Telugu Desam Party behaved in an insulting and disrespectful manner towards Legislative Council Chairman Moshen Raju.
The leaders have alleged that targeting a constitutional authority in the name of caste and religion was against democratic values and legislative traditions, according to an official statement.
The MLCs further claimed that the incident took place under the direction of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. They demanded the immediate removal of Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu from the Cabinet over his alleged remarks and conduct in the Council.
The leaders also accused the ruling party of attempting to divert attention from allegations related to ghee procurement for Tirumala laddus and claimed there were irregularities involving Heritage Foods.
They demanded strict action to safeguard the dignity of the Legislative Council and uphold democratic values.