Tension in Anantapur During MPTC, ZPTC Polls; Attack Attempt on TDP MLA

Tension prevailed at Bestharapalli village in Kundurpi mandal of Anantapur district during the MPTC and ZPTC elections after an alleged attempt to attack TDP MLA Amilineni Surendra Babu. According to the information provided, some women approached the Kalyandurg MLA and complained that YSRCP leaders were threatening them and preventing them from casting their votes. Following their complaint, Surendra Babu visited the polling station to enquire about the situation. On learning about his visit, YSRCP leaders and party workers reportedly reached the spot, leading to a confrontation near the polling centre.

During the incident, some individuals allegedly attempted to attack the MLA. His gunman intervened to protect him but sustained serious injuries in the process. The injured security personnel was immediately shifted to a hospital for treatment. The incident created tension in the area amid the ongoing local body elections. Further details regarding the condition of the injured gunman and any police action were not provided.