YS Sharmila, the daughter of late YS Rajeshekar Reddy and sister of YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, today released statement about the influence her brother holds over the media, particularly the Sakshi news channel and newspaper. Her remarks, while subtle, reveal a deeper intention to expose what she perceives as a media bias favoring her brother, YS Jagan, and to communicate the real truth to the dedicated supporters of their late father, YS Rajasekhara Reddy (YSR).
Allegations Against Sakshi Media
YS Sharmila revealed that Sakshi media owned by YS Bharati, is controlled by Jagan Mohan Reddy. She remarked, “This morning, I read Sakshi paper. The Sakshi media is in the hands of YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. Therefore, he can convince people of anything.” This statement underscores her belief that YS Jagan uses the media to control the public narrative, presenting news in a manner that serves his political agenda.
Her Commitment to Revealing the Truth
Despite YS Jagan and YS Bharati’s control over Sakshi, Sharmila stressed that her mission is to present the facts, particularly to YSR’s staunch followers. She said, “Nonetheless, it is my responsibility to reveal the real facts to YSR’s fans.” By making this declaration, Sharmila positions herself as a whistleblower, committed to transparency and truth, aiming to counter any misinformation that may arise from Jagan’s influence over the media.
Sharmila’s approach suggests that she believes YSR’s true legacy is at risk of being overshadowed by the political maneuvers of her brother. She wants to make sure that the supporters of YSR remain informed of the “real” situation and are not swayed by what she sees as one-sided narratives.
Growing Rift
These remarks by Sharmila also signal a deepening rift between her and Jagan Mohan Reddy. Over the past few years, there have been subtle but evident signs of differences in their political approaches. Sharmila’s comments on the control of Sakshi media highlight the growing divide between the siblings in YSR family, with Sharmila trying to distance herself from Jagan’s leadership and the policies that, in her view, don’t reflect the true ideals of their father, YSR.
ఈరోజు పొద్దున సాక్షి పేపర్ చూశాను. సాక్షి మీడియా జగన్ మోహన్ రెడ్డి గారి చేతిలో ఉంది. కాబట్టి ఏదైనా నమ్మించగలడు. అయినా YSR అభిమానులకు అసలు వాస్తవాలు తెలియజేసే ప్రయత్నం నాది. pic.twitter.com/8ASB8jusrI
— YS Sharmila (@realyssharmila) October 25, 2024
She appears to be positioning herself as a politician in her own right, keen on protecting the legacy of YSR, which she feels Jagan might be misrepresenting through his control of the media.
Sharmila’s Appeal to YSR Supporters
Sharmila’s primary focus seems to be the YSR loyalists who continue to hold her late father in high regard. YSR, a former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is remembered for his populist policies and welfare programs, which earned him a massive following. Sharmila’s latest comments are aimed at these followers, as she wants to ensure that they are not misled by what she perceives as Jagan’s media tactics.
By pledging to reveal the truth, Sharmila aims to position herself as the rightful torchbearer of YS Rajeshekar Reddy legacy, separate from Jagan’s political strategies and media narratives. She is determined to keep the YSR supporters informed and connected to the true principles of her father’s governance.
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