Jagan Mohan Reddy's rise to power before the 2019 elections was fueled by his strong connection with the public, epitomized by the historic Praja Sankalpa Yatra. This grassroots engagement endeared him to many voters, showcasing his commitment to addressing their concerns. However, following his victory and subsequent assumption of the Chief Minister's office, Jagan's approach took a notable turn. He became increasingly inaccessible, retreating to the confines of Tadepalli Palace and distancing himself from the very public that had once supported him.

This shift contributed to a historic electoral downfall in 2024, where his party faced a dramatic reduction in seats—from 151 to a mere 11—leaving him as the sole MLA for Pulivendula. Many had hoped this defeat would prompt a reevaluation of his approach, but Jagan’s subsequent actions disappointed those expecting a return to public engagement.

In the aftermath of his electoral loss, Jagan has made sporadic trips to Andhra Pradesh, but these visits have primarily consisted of media meetings where he reads from scripted statements rather than genuinely connecting with the populace. Recently, during a press conference addressing the Tirumala laddu controversy, he failed to convincingly justify the longstanding practice of purchasing ghee from the Karnataka Milk Federation, undermining his own arguments.

Furthermore, these media appearances have become a source of ridicule for Jagan, as he often stumbles through his speeches, leading to a wave of memes and online trolling. Instead of strengthening the YCP’s image, his media interactions have turned into a liability, causing more harm than good to his party's standing.

As Jagan navigates this challenging landscape, it remains to be seen whether he will recalibrate his approach to regain the trust of the public or continue down a path marked by inaccessibility and media missteps.