Nomination filed for municipal election contest

Manjula Upender has entered the fray in the Suryapet municipal elections after filing her nomination as the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) candidate from Ward No. 44. Her nomination marks the party’s formal pitch for the ward as campaigning gathers pace in the municipality.

సూర్యాపేట మున్సిపల్ ఎన్నికల బరిలో కల్నల్ సంతోష్ బాబు మాతృమూర్తి మంజుల

44వ వార్డు బీఆర్ఎస్ అభ్యర్థిగా నామినేషన్ దాఖలు చేసిన మంజుల ఉపేందర్

బీఆర్ఎస్‌తోనే అభివృద్ధి సాధ్యమన్న మంజుల ఉపేందర్

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Background draws public attention

Manjula Upender is the mother of Colonel Santosh Babu. Her entry into electoral politics has drawn attention during the nomination process, with local residents and party workers present as she completed the required formalities.

BRS projects development agenda

Addressing party supporters, Manjula Upender stated that sustained development is possible only under the BRS. She reiterated the party’s emphasis on civic infrastructure, welfare measures, and continuity in local governance as key factors behind her decision to contest on the BRS ticket.

Public response during the filing process

The nomination filing witnessed a notable public response, with residents and supporters gathering in significant numbers. Party leaders described the turnout as an indication of confidence among voters in the BRS leadership and its municipal governance record.

Focus on ward-level administration

With the nomination process completed, attention has now shifted to ward-level campaigning. The contest in Ward 44 is expected to centre on local development issues, delivery of municipal services, and representation within the Suryapet municipal body.

As election activity intensifies, political parties are stepping up outreach efforts across wards. The BRS has positioned Manjula Upender’s candidacy as part of its broader strategy to retain influence in the municipality through continuity in leadership and policy approach.

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