Narendra Kumar Varikuntla Kurnool

Followingthe successful conclusion of the MPTC and ZPTC elections, intense political lobbying has surfaced within the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) over the selection of Zilla Parishad (ZP) Chairpersons for Kurnool and Nandyal districts.

In Kurnool district, the race has narrowed down to two prominent ZPTC members: Chudi Uligaiah from Kowthalam mandal and Dr Sheikh Sadiqa from Devanakonda mandal. Uligaiah, a BC-Valmiki community leader associated with the TDP since 1983, carries over four decades of organizational experience and strong backing from senior district leaders. Concurrently, Dr. Sadiqa’s election as a ZPTC member has placed her prominently in discussions as the party leadership balances community representation.

In neighboring Nandyal district, Velugodu ZPTC Ramana Reddy and Allagadda ZPTC Poreddy Rajasekhar Reddy have emerged as top contenders for the prestigious ZP Chairperson post.

Political analysts note that the selection process will weigh multiple criteria, including sub-regional representation, social equations, leadership background, and individual contributions to the party’s recent electoral success.

The TDP high command is currently evaluating ground-level feedback and political implications across both districts to ensure balanced governance and cadre satisfaction. Party cadres and local leaders are eagerly awaiting the final directive from the high command.

The upcoming selection of the two ZP Chairpersons is expected to set the political tone for local governance, rural development initiatives, and administrative coordination across the Kurnool and Nandyal regions.