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Time of India
29-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Late chief minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao's AI avatar stirs emotion and nostalgia among TDP cadres
Kadapa: In a one-of-its-kind innovative attempt, TDP paid rich tributes to its founder and late chief minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) on his birth anniversary by playing an artificial intelligence (AI)-generated video of the legendary leader. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The video, shown to lakhs of party workers present at the Mahanadu venue, recreated NTR's voice and spirit, drawing an overwhelming and emotional response from the crowd. The AI-generated speech, one of the key highlights on the second and penultimate day of TDP's annual conclave, saw NTR addressing the gathering with a powerful message about the 43-year journey of the party, its mission, and its future. His words stirred deep emotion and nostalgia among the party cadres, many of whom gave a standing ovation after the speech concluded. In the AI video, NTR started by greeting Telugu people around the world, especially appreciating farmers, workers, artists, and loyal party cadres. He said TDP was not just a political party but a movement built from the struggles of the common man: "It has been exactly 43 years since the birth of Telugu Desam Party, a movement I proudly say was founded by me — not just as a political party, but as a dream born from the pain of the common people, from the sweat of labourers, and from the cries of the oppressed. " NTR also showered praises on chief minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu for his leadership and vision in transforming Andhra Pradesh. He recalled key achievements like building the Tank Bund, developing Cyberabad as a tech hub, and launching major irrigation projects like Pattiseema. "From building Tank Bund to creating Cyberabad, Chandrababu Naidu transformed the Telugu land with vision and innovation. When I once asked when Godavari would meet Krishna, he made it happen through Pattiseema," said NTR in the video. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He also lauded welfare schemes like the ₹2/kg rice program which started during his time and how it has now evolved into the P4 model under Naidu's leadership to help poor families become financially secure. In the video, NTR also expressed pride in minister Nara Lokesh, calling him a "young leader who is carrying forward his dream of empowering youth and standing by party workers. Today, my grandson Lokesh is fulfilling my dream and working for the betterment of people. Watching him from the heavens, I feel proud and emotional." The speech concluded with blessings and wishes for a bright and united future for Telugu people: "May the Telugu land flourish like a field full of harvest. May every home bloom with eternal spring. May the dedication of our government yield fruitful results. May all people live in harmony and happiness. Sarve Jana Sukhino Bhavantu."
New Indian Express
13-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Raw deal in nominated posts irks Kadapa TDP
KADAPA: The TDP rank and file of YSR Kadapa are expressing frustration over being overlooked for key corporation chairperson posts despite the district's significant contribution to the party's electoral success in the recent general elections. Since the TDP-led NDA came to power in the State, 101 corporation chairperson posts have been filled in phases. However, Kadapa has not received a single prominent post, causing discontent among the rank and file. In the elections, the NDA secured five out of seven Assembly seats in the district, a major comeback for the TDP. During the campaign, TDP national general secretary Nara Lokesh assured local leaders of prominent posts, including MLC seats and TTD Trust board membership, especially for those facing legal cases due to their party work. However, these promises remain unfulfilled, leaving senior and second-tier leaders disappointed. While key posts in APSRTC, Housing, and AP State Skill Development Corporation have been filled, Kadapa received only one notable nominated post.
