The 2019 election results were a devastating blow to the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), marking the worst electoral verdict in its history with only 23 seats won. As doubts about the party’s future circulated, the YSR Congress Party (YCP) led by Jagan Mohan Reddy intensified efforts to weaken the TDP by arresting its leader, Chandrababu Naidu, and undermining the morale of its supporters.

Despite these challenges, TDP demonstrated remarkable resilience. In the 2024 elections, the party, in alliance with the NDA, achieved an extraordinary victory, securing 164 seats in the Andhra Pradesh assembly—a feat that stands out in the state’s electoral history. From the brink of existential crisis after the 2019 results, TDP has transformed its fortunes and reestablished itself as a formidable political force.

In a striking demonstration of its renewed strength, TDP launched a membership drive that has quickly gained momentum. Within just 8 days, the party has reportedly signed up 10 lakh new members, averaging over 1.2 lakh additions per day. This unprecedented response reflects the party's revitalization and the public’s renewed interest in its leadership.

Membership in TDP is available for just ₹100 and includes a unique incentive: a life insurance policy worth ₹5 lakh. This approach has undoubtedly contributed to the surge in membership, making it one of the most successful drives seen in the political landscape of Telugu-speaking states.

As TDP continues to recover and grow under the leadership of CM Chandrababu Naidu, the party is not only reclaiming its past glory but also setting new benchmarks in political mobilization and public engagement. The membership drive, along with the electoral success, signifies a powerful resurgence for TDP in Andhra Pradesh’s political arena.