In recent years, tensions between YS Rajashekar Reddy’s children, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and YS Sharmila, have escalated. Once close, their relationship soured as Sharmila took on a prominent political role, becoming the President of the Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) in Andhra Pradesh. This new position put her in direct opposition to her brother, who is the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.
Their political rivalry has often been in the spotlight, with both siblings exchanging sharp criticisms. The discord between them became even more evident on Raksha Bandhan, a festival traditionally celebrated to honor sibling bonds. This year, Sharmila did not extend Rakhi’s wishes to her brother Jagan Mohan Reddy. Instead, she chose to wish Rahul Gandhi, a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress (INC), whom she has been politically aligned with.
In her Raksha Bandhan message, Sharmila posted a picture of Rahul Gandhi, expressing gratitude to all who have supported her in her political journey. Her message emphasized the importance of unbreakable bonds and blessings. This decision to not acknowledge her brother publicly further underscores the ongoing rift within the family.
The absence of a Rakhi wish for Jagan Mohan Reddy is a clear signal of the strained relations between the siblings.
