The ruling party currently holds a commanding majority of 155 out of 174 seats, including four from TDP and one from Janasena. With this kind of undisputed power, one might think that winning the upcoming MLC elections would be an easy task.
However, even with the support of party leaders, including those from outside the party, it is not guaranteed. Despite this, some believe that with a leader like Jagan as chief minister, anything is possible. But how did he garner such a strong following? It seems that he believes himself to be the center of attention, which has caused frustration among many of his fellow leaders.
Despite his immense power, many feel that he does not give them the respect they deserve, which has led to private conversations expressing disappointment. Over time, this kind of treatment can lead to a situation where leaders are hesitant to stand up to him. This is what happened in the recent MLA quota MLC election, where Jagan's behavior caused a backlash against the party's candidates.
Many are left wondering what the late great leader YS Rajasekhar Reddy would have done in his place. It is said that YS would have been more tactful in handling the situation and would have tried to appease the dissenting leaders. YS had a way of dealing with leaders that made them feel valued and respected, which is why those who were once close to him remain loyal to this day.
In contrast, Jagan's behavior has been deemed completely different from YS's, with many believing that Jagan lacks the necessary skills to handle leaders effectively. If YS had been in Jagan's place, the opposition TDP would have had no chance of winning. It is becoming clear that Jagan cannot be compared to YS in this regard.
