party clash Archives - India Podcast

Tamil Nadu CM–Governor Clash: 1995 Attack on Channa Reddy’s Convoy and Jayalalithaa’s Recall Demand

Anil Vanna — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:51:51 +0000

On April 10, 1995, Tamil Nadu witnessed a rare political flashpoint involving the state Governor. Governor M. Channa Reddy was travelling from Raj Bhavan to Pondicherry when his convoy was stopped near Tindivanam. Members of the ruling AIADMK allegedly pelted eggs and stones at the convoy, raising serious concerns.

The protesters were reportedly led by S.S. Panneerselvam, then a district party secretary. They opposed Governor Reddy’s interaction with Janata Party leader Subramanian Swamy, who had sought legal action against Chief Minister Jayalalithaa over corruption allegations. The convoy remained halted for over 15 minutes at a major junction.

Governor Reddy contacted the district police chief and instructed officials to clear the road. Police later stated that eggs and stones were thrown but did not hit the vehicles. The incident occurred amid known tensions between the Governor and the Jayalalithaa-led government.

The Governor later sent a report to the Centre, alleging political interference and police support for the protest. Jayalalithaa rejected the claims and urged the President and Prime Minister to recall the Governor, accusing him of bias and misreporting state affairs.

The post Tamil Nadu CM–Governor Clash: 1995 Attack on Channa Reddy’s Convoy and Jayalalithaa’s Recall Demand appeared first on India Podcast.

‘Red Book’ Warning Triggers Political War of Words

Anil Vanna — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 12:04:15 +0000

Ahead of the previous elections, TDP State General Secretary Nara Lokesh undertook the Yuvagalam padayatra across Andhra Pradesh. During that period, TDP leaders documented the names of leaders who allegedly harassed them in a “Red Book.” At the time, party leaders openly warned that action would follow once the TDP came to power.

Meanwhile, the mention of the Red Book has now created political ripples. Minister Vasamsetti Subhash said former YSRCP minister Kodali Nani reacts nervously whenever the topic arises. While speaking to the media in Amaravati, Subhash strongly criticised Kodali Nani. He recalled that Nani had made offensive remarks against TDP leaders earlier to please former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy.

However, Subhash alleged that the same leader now fears accountability. He dismissed YSRCP’s signature campaign against government decisions on medical colleges as a political drama. Instead, he advised the party to analyse why it secured only 11 seats in the 2024 elections.

Furthermore, Subhash accused the previous government of turning Visakhapatnam into a drug hub. In contrast, he stated that the present coalition government continues to focus on Visakhapatnam’s development. He added that Lokesh remains committed to long-term growth and governance reforms.

The post ‘Red Book’ Warning Triggers Political War of Words appeared first on India Podcast.