The recent release of Pinnelli Ramakrishna Reddy from Nellore Central jail has stirred controversy, primarily due to a social media blunder by the YCP. Pinnelli, who lost his Macherla seat this election, was previously jailed for destroying EVMs and assaulting TDP agents. Following the release, YCP's Twitter handle posted a video with the caption: “Former MLA Pinnelli Ramakrishna Reddy has came out of detention in illegal cases.”

This caption, which described Pinnelli’s release as involving "illegal cases," has drawn widespread criticism and mockery on social media. Critics argue that the destruction of EVMs, supported by video evidence, is not a minor or illegal issue but a serious electoral offense. Social media users have expressed disbelief at YCP's attempt to downplay the severity of Pinnelli’s actions. The party's misstep in framing the situation has only fueled further online trolling and scrutiny.