Police Blame YSRCP for Violence During Punganur Nomination Process

Superintendent of Police Dheeraj K said YSR Congress Party MP PV Midhun Reddy and about 100 of his supporters violated State Election Commission rules during the Punganur nomination process, breaching security barricades and entering the 100‑metre perimeter reserved for the candidate and two proposers. He reported that the MP arrived in six batches, using multiple vehicles, and that a vehicle linked to the YSRCP entered the centre at high speed, injuring several people.

Police deployed full‑strength forces, secured the MP in a safe room and warned anyone taking the law into their own hands of strict action. The ruling Telugu Desam Party and the YSRCP exchanged accusations; the YSRCP claimed TDP workers attacked the convoy with stones, sticks and iron rods, blocked it and vandalised vehicles, while the TDP alleged the YSRCP provoked the disturbance. The YSRCP also accused police of failing to protect candidates and demanded SECR intervention, arrests and enhanced security.

Editor's note: Accurately reflects police statements and party accusations with all key details present.