Appala Narasimha Raju: TDP’s senior leader passes away at 82. The veteran politician and former minister died early morning at his home in Pandrangi, Padmanabham Mandal, Visakha District, after a prolonged illness. His passing has sent shockwaves through the Telugu Desam Party, which is already navigating a challenging period. The loss is deeply felt across the combined Visakha district and especially in the Bhimili constituency, where Appala Narasimha Raju was an invincible force. Appala Narasimha Raju was renowned for his discipline, modesty, and unparalleled political influence. He created a record by winning four consecutive terms as MLA from the Bhimunipatnam constituency between 1985 and 1999. He served as a minister under late Chief Minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao and played a vital role in the constituency’s development. For the people, Bhimili and Appala Narasimha Raju were synonymous, as he remained an undisputed leader always accessible to the common worker. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep shock, calling the death of Appala Narasimha Raju a great loss to the party and Uttar Andhra politics. Naidu recalled how the senior leader stood by the party during difficult times and worked tirelessly to strengthen the TDP in the region. Many other political leaders have also expressed their condolences to the bereaved family. The last rites of Appala Narasimha Raju were conducted in his hometown Pandrangi, with a huge number of party workers and fans arriving to pay their respects. The services of Appala Narasimha Raju will be remembered forever, and his passing has left the Telugu Desam Party with an irreplaceable void.