Former Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Srinivas Dies of Heart Attack

Former Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister A Kali Krishna Srinivas, popularly known as Alla Nani, died on Tuesday after suffering a heart attack. He was 56.

His sudden death has triggered condolences from political leaders across Andhra Pradesh, including Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) working president and IT Minister Nara Lokesh.

Who Was Alla Nani?

A Kali Krishna Srinivas, widely known as Alla Nani, was a prominent politician from Andhra Pradesh. He represented the Eluru Assembly constituency and held important positions in the state government.

During the previous YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government led by former Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy, Srinivas served as Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister. His tenure included responsibility for the state's health and medical education portfolios.

Alla Nani Dies at 56

Srinivas died following a heart attack, with reports placing the incident in Visakhapatnam. His death at the age of 56 came as a shock to political colleagues and supporters.

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed his grief over the former Deputy Chief Minister's death and offered condolences to his family. Naidu described the death at a relatively young age as deeply heartbreaking.

Chandrababu Naidu Pays Tribute

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu was among the senior leaders who reacted to the news.

Naidu remembered Alla Nani and expressed his condolences to the bereaved family. His statement highlighted the sudden nature of the former minister's death and the loss to Andhra Pradesh's political community.

Nara Lokesh Expresses Grief

TDP working president and IT Minister Nara Lokesh also paid tribute to Srinivas.

Lokesh recalled Alla Nani as a leader who generally stayed away from controversies and maintained cordial relations with people across political circles. He expressed his condolences to Srinivas's family members.

Political Career of Alla Nani

Alla Nani's political career spanned multiple political parties.

He began his electoral career with the Indian National Congress and represented Eluru for several years. He later joined the YSRCP and became an important leader in the party.

Under Jagan Mohan Reddy's government, he was given key ministerial responsibilities and served as Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister.

2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly Election

In the 2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly election, Srinivas contested from the Eluru Assembly constituency but lost to TDP candidate B Radha Krishnayya.

Following the election, he subsequently left the YSRCP and joined the Telugu Desam Party. His move marked another significant phase in his political career.

Sudden Loss for Andhra Pradesh Politics

The death of Alla Nani marks the end of a political career that included association with the Congress, YSRCP and, later, the TDP.

His experience in state politics and his former roles as Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister made him a notable figure in Andhra Pradesh's political landscape.

His sudden passing has led to tributes from political colleagues and leaders, with many remembering his approachable and cordial nature.

Tributes Pour In

Following the news of his death, condolences were expressed by senior political figures. Leaders remembered Srinivas for his public service and his contribution to Andhra Pradesh politics.

The focus has now shifted to his family and supporters as the state mourns the death of the former Deputy Chief Minister.