Alliance committed to Vijayawada’s development, says MP

Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath (Chinni) addressing a press conference on Wednesday.

Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath (Chinni) on Monday (November 9, 2026) said that the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) victory in the Vijayawada Municipal Corporation elections places a greater responsibility on elected representatives to fulfil people’s aspirations.

Speaking at a felicitation programme organised at his office for Mayor-elect Vangaveeti Radhakrishna, the MP said the alliance had won 78 of the 86 divisions, reflecting public confidence in its government.

He said the NDA had initially expected to win 76 divisions but secured two more despite relatively low voter turnout. Delays in seat-sharing and other factors had cost it victories in another three or four divisions, he added.

“With the Centre and State governments, and the municipal administration working in coordination, Vijayawada would benefit from a triple-engine government,” he said. He attributed the mandate to public support for the alliance government’s welfare and development programmes.

Mr. Radhakrishna thanked Jana Sena president and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan for giving him the opportunity and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for encouraging him. He also acknowledged the support of the MP, local MLAs, alliance leaders, and party workers.

The Mayor said his priority would be the city’s overall development. He would work with corporators cutting across party lines to identify civic problems and bring them to the notice of the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister.

“The victory belongs to the people of Vijayawada. I will work according to their aspirations and take the city forward on the path of development,” he said.