Chandrababu Naidu re-elected as TDP national president for next two years

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has been unanimously re-elected as the National President of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) for the next two years. The swearing-in ceremony took place on the second-day of the Mahanadu gathering, the party's annual three-day mega convention, in YSR Kadapa district.TDP senior leader and Election Committee Chairman Varla Ramaiah declared the election result before a massive gathering and later administered the oath of office to Chief Minister Naidu amid loud cheers from party supporters. 'Nara Chandrababu Naidu has been elected as the National President of TDP for the next two years,' Ramaiah said, addressing the crowd.advertisementHe added that a dedicated election office had been set up for this poll and around 600 party leaders came forward to support Naidu's nomination. Naidu, who has led the party since 1995, continues at the helm for a new term, marking nearly three decades of leadership.
His re-election was met with support from party cadres, reinforcing his central role in the leadership and direction of the TDP as it navigates both state and national political landscapes.Earlier today, during his address to the cadres at the Mahanadu Sabha, Chief Minister Naidu called for the cancellation of Rs 500 and higher denomination currency notes. He said such a move would help curb corruption and enhance transparency in financial transactions. The Chief Minister advocated for the removal of larger currency notes such as Rs 500, Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,000 and called for stronger promotion of digital payments.advertisement
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