Controversy Surrounds Naidu's Stance on Visakhapatnam Steel Plant Privatisation

YSRCP leader Botcha Satyanarayana accused Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu of supporting the Centre's privatisation of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. In a press conference, he alleged Naidu's alignment with privatization policies, neglect in governance, and claimed increased hardships for citizens under Naidu’s leadership.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Rajahmundry | Updated: 21-08-2025 17:52 IST | Created: 21-08-2025 17:52 IST

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On Thursday, Senior YSRCP leader Botcha Satyanarayana levelled serious charges against Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, claiming he tacitly supports the Centre's agenda to privatize the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP).

Addressing the media in Rajahmundry, Satyanarayana argued that Naidu, during his visits to Delhi, failed to oppose the Centre's privatisation strategy, indicating silent approval.

He further accused Naidu of allowing governance to falter, citing mismanagement, corruption, and political vendettas, while also highlighting the plight of farmers, the delay in MGNREGA payments, and unfulfilled infrastructure promises.

(With inputs from agencies.)