Andhra Pradesh is bracing for a politically charged atmosphere on June 4, as both the newly elected NDA alliance and the opposition YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) prepare for contrasting public events — celebration on one side and protest on the other.
The YSRCP, reeling from a major electoral setback, has declared June 4 as “Betrayal Day”, alleging that the NDA’s sweeping victory in the state was achieved through unjust methods. The party has called for statewide protests, aiming to rally public support and express its dissent against the new government.
Meanwhile, the victorious NDA alliance — led by the TDP, JanaSena, and BJP — is gearing up to celebrate its historic win in both the Assembly and Lok Sabha elections. For the ruling alliance, June 4 is more than just a date; it marks what they describe as the beginning of a new era of governance in Andhra Pradesh.
Adding to the momentum, JanaSena chief and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan made a compelling public statement ahead of the day. He described June 4 as the moment Andhra Pradesh was “liberated from the burden of failed leadership.” He compared the significance of the day to a blend of Sankranti and Diwali — symbolizing prosperity, renewal, and the victory of good over evil.
Pawan Kalyan also urged NDA supporters and alliance leaders to treat June 4 like a grand festival. He encouraged widespread participation both on the ground and across social media platforms to mark the occasion as a “festival of good governance.” He further noted that the day also celebrates Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third term at the national level, making it doubly significant for the NDA camp.
On the other hand, political analysts predict that YSRCP’s protests may struggle to gain mass traction, especially in light of the party’s electoral performance and current public sentiment.
With celebratory rallies from the NDA and protest demonstrations from the YSRCP scheduled across the state, June 4 is set to become a major flashpoint in Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape. The day is expected to reflect not just the power shift in the state, but also the deepening divide between the ruling coalition and the opposition.