Vijayawada, Oct 14: Former MLA Vangaveeti Radha Krishna has joined the Jana Sena Party, led by Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan. His entry into the party has triggered speculation that he could be considered for the Vijayawada Mayor post in the upcoming local body elections.
Pawan Kalyan welcomed Radha Krishna into Jana Sena at the party’s central office on Wednesday evening by presenting him with the party scarf. He greeted Radha Krishna warmly and embraced him on his arrival.
Radha Krishna later introduced his supporters to Pawan Kalyan. The Jana Sena president interacted with them and posed for photographs. He urged Radha Krishna and his supporters to work together to uphold the party’s ideology and serve the public.
Vangaveeti Radha Krishna’s Political Journey
Vangaveeti Radha Krishna is the son of late political leader Vangaveeti Mohana Ranga. He was elected as an MLA in 2004 from Indian National Congress Party and later joined the YSR Congress Party in 2012.
Ahead of the 2019 Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections, Radha Krishna joined the Telugu Desam Party, just days before polling. He remained associated with the TDP before his latest move to Jana Sena.
His entry into Jana Sena marks another development in his political career in Andhra Pradesh.
Will Jana Sena Field Radha Krishna for Vijayawada Mayor?
Radha Krishna’s joining comes amid discussions over candidates for the upcoming local body elections in Andhra Pradesh.
The Vijayawada Mayor post has been placed in the unreserved category. This has led to speculation about the ruling alliance’s candidate selection and the possibility of the post being allotted to Jana Sena under its seat-sharing arrangement with alliance partners.
If Jana Sena receives the Mayor post, Radha Krishna could be considered as a potential candidate, according to political speculation.
However, the party has not officially announced its candidate for Vijayawada Mayor. His possible candidature remains unconfirmed.
Pawan Kalyan Calls for Collective Public Service
Welcoming Radha Krishna into the party, Pawan Kalyan emphasised the importance of working together to strengthen Jana Sena’s ideology and serve the people.
The development has drawn attention to Jana Sena’s possible plans for the Vijayawada municipal elections. Further clarity on the alliance’s seat-sharing arrangements and Mayor candidate is expected following an official announcement.
