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Actor Prakash Raj questioned Jana Sena's plans to contest elections in Telangana, seeking clarity on whether the party would contest independently or in alliance. His remarks triggered a sharp response from actor Bandla Ganesh, who criticised him for commenting on political issues.

Vennela, daughter of balladeer Gaddar and chairperson of Telangana Samskruthika Sarathi, condemned Pawan Kalyan’s remarks questioning Telangana’s statehood, asserting that the state was won through decades of sacrifice and cultural struggle, not political lobbying.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan for his remarks on Telangana, asserting that no outsider can dictate terms to the state. He defended Telangana’s identity, history, and sacrifices while rejecting claims of regionalism.

BRS leader G. Jagadish Reddy accused the Congress and Jana Sena of staging a coordinated political drama over the denial of permission for Pawan Kalyan’s public meeting, claiming it was a distraction from real issues like farmers’ problems, unemployment, and governance.

Telangana Congress leaders, led by Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar and Government Whip Vemula Veeresham, lashed out at JSP chief Pawan Kalyan, calling him a "paid artist" and demanding an apology for his past criticism of Telangana’s formation.

Pawan Kalyan, Jana Sena Party founder, declared his party will contest the 2029 general elections in Telangana, sparking controversy over his past remarks on Telangana’s formation and land issues. His statements targeted Congress and emphasised that Telangana was not anyone’s fiefdom.

Former Minister Puvvada Ajay Kumar criticised Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and the Congress government during Telangana Formation Day celebrations in Khammam. He alleged that Congress had harmed Telangana’s development and asserted that BRS would perform strongly in upcoming civic elections.

The Telangana High Court dismissed Jana Sena Party’s House Motion petition seeking urgent permission for a meeting in Hyderabad. Cyberabad Police had earlier denied approval for Pawan Kalyan’s “Telangana Nava Nirmana Sankalpa Sabha” citing law and order concerns.

Jana Sena leader and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said his party was born on Telangana soil and inherited its spirit of struggle. Extending Telangana Formation Day greetings, he stressed inclusive development, equal opportunities and respect for people's aspirations

BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar criticised Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, accusing him of advancing the BJP agenda and acting against Telangana's interests. He urged people to stay away from Pawan's proposed Nava Nirmana meeting in Hyderabad.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan directed authorities to intensify inspections and prevent untreated sewage, industrial effluents and aquaculture waste from polluting the Godavari River. The government also launched a clean-river action plan ahead of the upcoming Godavari Pushkarams festival

Pawan Kalyan expressed anger over industrial pollution in the Godavari River, blaming officials for negligence. During inspections in East Godavari, he ordered action against Andhra Paper Mills, directed pollution testing, and announced stricter enforcement measures to protect the river ecosystem

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said the rapid rise of some political forces leaves him with a “sense of envy” as he reflected on his long political struggle. He also announced organisational appointments and stressed discipline and unity within Janasena

Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam drew comparisons with N. T. Rama Rao after early electoral success, joining rare film stars-turned-politicians like MGR, Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan, Kamal Haasan, and Vijayakanth in South Indian politics

Congress Minister Ponnam Prabhakar urged Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu to act against objectionable remarks on Telangana’s formation. He warned that such statements could create tensions and affect harmony between people of both States.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan is recovering steadily after undergoing a sinus procedure in Hyderabad. He thanked political leaders, ministers and actors for their wishes, while family members and colleagues expressed confidence in his quick recovery

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan following his surgery and wished him a speedy recovery. The Jana Sena leader is recovering, though details of the procedure remain undisclosed by the party.

Pawan Kalyan congratulated Nara Lokesh on becoming the Telugu Desam Party national working president, praising alliance unity and cooperation. Lokesh thanked him, calling for continued coordination and commitment to Andhra Pradesh’s development and strengthening party values.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan hailed the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam Amendment Bill 2026 as a historic step for women’s empowerment, saying it ensures 33% reservation in legislatures and reflects India’s growing commitment to gender equality.

In Telugu states, Dhurandhar 2 starring Ranveer Singh secured more screens than Ustaad Bhagat Singh starring Pawan Kalyan, highlighting pan-Indian appeal and shifting audience preferences beyond regional cinema