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YSRCP Accuses CM Chandrababu of Misusing Public Funds for Self-Promotion
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News18•26-09-2026, 17:30
YSRCP Accuses CM Chandrababu of Misusing Public Funds for Self-Promotion
- •YSRCP spokesperson Putha Siva Shankar criticized CM Chandrababu Naidu for prioritizing publicity over public welfare, alleging Rs 330 crore allocated to I&PR and a new social media influencer mechanism.
- •Siva Shankar questioned the need for social media influencers, paid up to Rs 1.5 lakh monthly, when unemployment allowance remains unpaid, suggesting it benefits TDP and ITDP-linked accounts.
- •Concerns were raised about the suppression of opposition accounts, harassment of journalists, and restrictions on YSRCP's social media, with questions directed at Meta's role.
- •YSRCP challenged the government to have influencers address critical issues like Amaravati flooding, Rayalaseema drought, and unfulfilled promises, arguing graphics cannot hide realities.
- •The party highlighted neglected farmer support after heavy rains, withdrawal of free crop insurance, and ignored journalist welfare, accusing Chandrababu of traveling abroad during crises.
Key Questions Answered
YSRCP State spokesperson Putha Siva Shankar stated that Rs 330 crore had already been allocated to I&PR while questioning the decision to empanel social-media influencers at up to Rs. 1.5 lakh a month.
YSRCP pointed out that the promised Rs. 3,000 unemployment allowance remained unpaid, free crop insurance was withdrawn, and various other commitments like the ₹1,500 promised to women and pending DA and IR were neglected.
YSRCP challenged the government to make social media influencers speak about the Amaravati flooding, Rayalaseema drought, Super Six promises, fee reimbursement, and medical colleges which they claim are being privatised.
