Resignation over ticket denial

Former Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) corporator Peethala Murthy Yadav, also known as P.L.V.N. Murthy Yadav, has resigned from the Jana Sena Party, citing dissatisfaction over the denial of a party ticket in the recent municipal elections.

In his resignation letter addressed to Jana Sena Party president and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, Murthy Yadav expressed disappointment over what he described as a lack of recognition for his work in the party and on public issues.

Alleges opposition from party leaders

After being denied the party ticket, Murthy Yadav contested the election as an Independent candidate from Ward 22. He alleged that some Jana Sena leaders created obstacles during his campaign and worked against his candidature. He stated that he lost the election by a margin of just 62 votes.

He also alleged that voters were confused because the mayoral candidate was allotted a similar election symbol, the cup and saucer. These are claims made by Murthy Yadav and have not been independently established.

Highlights civic and legal battles

In his resignation statement, Murthy Yadav referred to his efforts to raise issues involving alleged encroachments, unauthorised constructions and the protection of public assets in Visakhapatnam and the North Andhra region.

He cited matters relating to the Rushikonda construction, the CBCNC land issue, the Hayagriva land project in Endada and alleged violations along the Bheemili Beach Road. These examples reflect his account of his public and legal activities.

Says he will continue public campaigns

Despite leaving the party, Murthy Yadav said he would continue raising public issues and pursuing legal battles concerning the protection of government and public properties. His resignation marks a political development within the Jana Sena's Visakhapatnam unit following the recent GVMC elections.