No comment on personal life: TDP & YSR Congress to party workers

It is rarely seen that a ruling party and the Opposition agree on an issue. However, in Andhra Pradesh, both the ruling TDP and the Opposition YSR Congress have issued advisories asking party workers not to comment on the personal lives of political opponents.

The advisories came after a social media outburst over the separation of state Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan from his third wife. The TDP was quick to issue an advisory, clearly stating that any party worker or leader commenting on the personal lives of NDA leaders or even Opposition leaders would invite disciplinary action.

The YSR Congress also issued an advisory. Through its social media wing handle, 'Jagananna Connects', the party posted detailed guidelines for its workers. "Party leaders, cadre and social media activists are requested to refrain from commenting on or sharing content concerning the personal matters of political leaders. All concerned are urged to respect privacy and exercise discretion in public communications," read the party's official note.


It appeared to be a welcome change until the truce was broken. Some Jana Sena leaders and supporters made derogatory remarks about Jagan Mohan Reddy's family members during a social media chat.