TDP, YSRCP activists clash in Punganur on first day of nominations; MP Midhun Reddy’s convoy attacked
- On Friday, October 16, 2026, violence erupted in Punganur, Andhra Pradesh, as Telugu Desam Party and Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party activists clashed during nomination filing for October 28 urban local body elections.
- Tensions surged as candidates attempted to file nominations in Punganur, the stronghold of Punganur MLA Peddireddy Ramachandra Reddy, whose son, Rajampet Lok Sabha member P.V. Midhun Reddy, was present at the filing center.
- Activists engaged in stone-pelting, damaging at least four vehicles and injuring several individuals on both sides. The YSRCP alleged a "murderous attack" on Midhun Reddy's convoy, while the TDP accused the MP of provoking the violence.
- Demanding action, the YSRCP called on the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission to register criminal cases and protect candidates. Police rushed additional forces to Punganur to prevent further clashes.
- Andhra Pradesh SEC Anil Chandra Punetha announced the Model Code of Conduct is in effect to ensure free and fair elections. Polls for 100 urban local bodies will occur on October 28, with vote counting on October 30.
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