BJP ex MP Gokaraju Gangaraju along with his family members have decided to join the ruling YCP. The news has shaken the BJP leaders in AP. Gangaraju is known for his long-standing loyalty and association with the BJP. He has been a source of financial support for the party activities in the state. It was his son Gokaraju Ranga Raju who helped in active liaison between Jagan Reddy and the BJP national leaders during 2019 elections. It may be recalled that Modi-Shah extended indirect support to YCP in that election. From the IT raids on TDP leaders to the Election Commission secret support, all activities were taken up only to give advantage to Jagan over Chandrababu Naidu.

Now, the scenario has changed completely. Jagan Reddy is using all his resources to win over strong BJP leaders one by one. Undoubtedly, AP CM is giving return gifts to Modi-Shah for their humiliating treatment to him during his Delhi visits. Political circles say that Gangaraju family exit would be a severe blow to the BJP in the coming days. Jagan Reddy is bent on attracting Raju community votebank in Godavari districts. Obviously, YCP boss is eager to counter the effect of future tie-up of Chandrababu and Pawan Kalyan.