TDP, allies begin race for 4 RS seats in Andhra
The Election Commission has announced elections for four Rajya Sabha seats from Andhra Pradesh, prompting intense lobbying among the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and its allies. The TDP is expected to secure at least two of the seats, while the Jana Sena Party and the BJP are likely to receive one seat each. The elections are scheduled for June 18, with nominations due by June 8.
- ▪The Election Commission announced elections for 24 Rajya Sabha seats, including four from Andhra Pradesh.
- ▪The TDP and its allies hold 164 out of 175 assembly seats in the state, making them favorites to win all four seats.
- ▪Hectic lobbying is underway within the TDP for the second Rajya Sabha seat, with several contenders in the running.
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TDP, allies begin race for 4 RS seats in AndhraThe Election Commission announced elections for 24 Rajya Sabha seats; TDP and allies aim to secure four seats from Andhra Pradesh amid intense lobbying.Published on: May 23, 2026 6:50 AM ISTBy Srinivasa Rao ApparasuShare viaCopy link HyderabadWith the Election Commission of India on Friday announcing the schedule for elections to 24 Rajya Sabha seats from 10 states, including four from Andhra Pradesh, hectic lobbying has begun in the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and its alliance partners in the state — Jana Sena Party and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), people familiar with the development said.TDP, allies begin race for 4 RS seats in AndhraThe four vacancies have arisen due to the completion of the terms of four sitting Rajya Sabha…
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