Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu Reiterates Commitment to Value-Based Politics

P GANNAVARAM (BR AMBEDKAR KONASEEMA): Asserting that he remains deeply committed to value-based politics, poverty alleviation, and the State’s development rather than political retribution, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has stated that while exacting vengeance takes only a minute, he deliberately chooses patience and democratic restraint in governance. Addressing a massive public gathering as part of the ‘Mee Bhoomi-Mee Hakku’ programme at Panduvaripeta in P Gannavaram constituency on Wednesday, the Chief Minister recalled the events of September 9, 2023, when he was arrested at midnight in Nandyal by the previous regime without prior notice or proven charges. Refusing to let personal rancour dictate the State policy, Naidu emphasised that his 48-year political journey and decades of executive experience—having first assumed the office of Chief Minister 31 years ago—have always been guided by a steadfast commitment to public service. He reiterated that despite decades of malicious allegations and legal hurdles, no charge against him has ever been proven in court, serving as a testament to his integrity. To ensure his family remained financially independent of politics, he had established a family business 36 years ago, and handed its management entirely to his wife during his tenures as Finance Minister and Chief Minister.