Janasena chief Pawan Kalyan had a failed candidature from Gajuwaka in the 2019 election as he badly lost to Tippala Nagi Reddy. But come 2024, the prospects are brighter for TDP+ alliance here.
The YSRCP candidate here, Gudivada Amarnath is facing challenges regarding their approach to the Vizag Steel Plant issue. Gudivada Amarnath, who hails from Anakapalli segment, is in the process of establishing grassroots voter connections in Gajuwaka.
However, the incumbent MLA's approach has disturbed the YSRCP cadre. Amarnath heavily relies on beneficiaries of YSRCP government schemes, and effective poll management will be crucial for his campaign.
TDP candidate Palla Srinivas Rao Yadav is actively working on the ground and accessible to local cadre. He has his own positive image in the segment, and TDP benefits significantly from the social engineering with the JSP alliance.
However, YS Jagan brand image and the local affiliations of Amarnath might keep YCP marginally on the edge for the time being which could ultimately prove to be beneficial.
