The Andhra Pradesh coalition government is increasingly facing criticism for its alleged vindictive style of governance.
Detractors argue that the state is being run not as per the Constitution framed by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, but according to Lokesh’s infamous “Red Book.”
Many believe the government is going too far with its spree of arrests, creating a growing perception among the public that things are being taken to extremes.
Nara Lokesh launched his Yuvagalam padayatra from Kuppam, projecting himself as a youth leader and outlining the TDP’s plans for public welfare if voted back to power.
Along the way, he also compiled a “Red Book” — documenting the names of officials and leaders who allegedly harassed or troubled the TDP during the previous YSRCP rule.
After returning to power, Lokesh openly declared that the Red Book era had begun.
Even during his foreign tours, he mentioned that new chapters were being added to it — a remark that has triggered strong criticism, with many saying it brings more harm than good to the state’s image.
While the arrest of a few senior leaders might not stir public outrage, the perception that every visible YSRCP figure is being booked has led to growing unease.
This pattern is being seen as a deliberate campaign of intimidation, giving rise to the belief that the government is more focused on revenge than governance.
Many now argue that power was given to this coalition not to settle personal scores but to serve the people. Instead, the administration appears to be prioritizing vendettas over development.
The sentiment that “not a single YSRCP leader should be spared” is now being viewed as overzealous and may ultimately damage the coalition’s credibility.
