In an unexpected turn, Chief Ministers A Revanth Reddy of Telangana and N Chandrababu Naidu of Andhra Pradesh have both traveled to Delhi, where they will be staying in the national capital on Wednesday and Thursday.
Naidu has arrived with an extensive agenda aimed at securing central assistance and approvals for various state projects. This marks his first visit to Delhi since assuming power in Andhra Pradesh with a significant electoral mandate. His itinerary includes meetings with Union Ministers to discuss issues specific to the state, following his earlier attendance at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony.
A primary focus for Naidu will be seeking funds for the completion of the Polavaram project, in addition to pursuing additional funds, concessions, and tax incentives should the highly sought-after special category status remain elusive for Andhra Pradesh. His agenda also encompasses updates on pending irrigation projects, progress on construction in Amaravati, and a comprehensive review of the state's financial status.
Accompanying Naidu for these meetings are three ministers from Andhra Pradesh, including TDP's Srikakulam MP Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu (Union Minister of Civil Aviation), Guntur MP P Chandrashekar (Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Minister of Communications), and BJP's Narasapuram MP B R Srinivas Varma (Union Minister of State for Heavy Industries and Minister of Steel).
Meanwhile, Revanth Reddy of Telangana will focus on discussions regarding potential Cabinet expansions and the identification of suitable candidates. Having recently inducted 11 party leaders into his Cabinet in December last year, Revanth Reddy's current priorities include strategic consultations and planning for his administration's future steps.
During his visit, Revanth Reddy has already met with AICC president Kharge, accompanied by former BRS leader K. Keshava Rao and his daughter G. Vijayalakshmi, who recently joined the Congress party.
Additionally, Revanth Reddy is expected to address the selection of a suitable candidate for the post of Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president, a position he currently holds but which is set to conclude this month.