YSRCP Demands National Probe After Alleged Attack on MP Midhun Reddy
YSRCP MP Gurumoorthy writes to PM Modi and President Murmu seeking a probe into the alleged attack on MP PV Midhun Reddy in Punganur.
The political atmosphere in Andhra Pradesh has intensified as the YSRCP has called for urgent national intervention following an alleged attack on its Lok Sabha Floor Leader and MP, PV Midhun Reddy. The incident reportedly took place in Punganur during the nomination process for local body elections, sparking outrage within the party.
High-Level Appeals for Justice
Tirupati MP Maddila Gurumoorthy has taken the matter to the highest offices of the country. He has submitted separate representations to President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, urging them to step in and ensure a fair resolution.
Beyond the executive branch, Gurumoorthy has also reached out to several other key authorities, including:
- The Chief Justice of India
- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
- The Chief Election Commissioner of India
- The Governor of Andhra Pradesh
- The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commissioner
- The Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission
Demands for Investigation and Security
In his appeals, MP Gurumoorthy has emphasized the need for immediate institutional intervention. He has specifically called for an impartial investigation into the clash and the preservation of all available evidence, including CCTV footage, to uncover the truth behind the attack.
The YSRCP leader also raised concerns regarding security lapses, demanding adequate protection for MP Midhun Reddy, his security detail, and other candidates participating in the elections. Gurumoorthy highlighted a recent Andhra Pradesh High Court order dated October 15, 2026, which focused on the safe filing of nominations and the protection of candidates facing threats.
Parliamentary Privilege at Stake
In a specific letter addressed to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Gurumoorthy urged the Speaker to examine whether the attack on a Member of Parliament constitutes a breach of parliamentary privilege. He has requested that the matter be referred to the Committee of Privileges to ensure accountability.
"An Attempt on Life": Party Condemns Violence
The YSRCP leadership has reacted strongly to the incident. State General Secretary and MLC Lella Appi Reddy, along with Party Legal Cell State President Manohar Reddy, condemned the attack in Punganur, describing it as a direct assault on the democratic process and an attempt on Midhun Reddy's life.
Party representatives later met with the election nodal officer to file a formal complaint regarding the events in Punganur and Rayachoti, where they alleged that nominations were obstructed. The party has vowed to continue its legal and constitutional battle to ensure free and fair elections.
Pattern of Harassment Alleged
Addressing the media at the YSRCP Central Office, party leaders claimed that this is not an isolated incident. They alleged that a campaign of threats, attacks, and legal cases against party leaders and candidates began on the very first day of nominations for the local body elections.
Along with the attack on Midhun Reddy, the party cited several other incidents, including:
- The detention of Koppula Ravikumar, the municipal chairman candidate for Dachepalli.
- Reports of harassment and clashes involving candidates and leaders in Tadipatri, Pattikonda, Rayachoti, and Tirupati.