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YSRCP tells cadre to stay silent on Pawan Kalyan’s separation; BJP reportedly intervened

Pawan Kalyan and his wife Anna Konidela née Lezhneva have decided to part ways with mutual understanding and respect.

Sarath Chandra B

Published Nov 10, 2026 | 2:12 PM ⚊ Updated Nov 10, 2026 | 2:12 PM

Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Pawan Kalyan.

Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Pawan Kalyan.

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With Jana Sena president and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan announcing his separation from his wife, Anna Lezhneva, the YSRCP high command has instructed party leaders to avoid any public comments on social media on the matter.

Pawan Kalyan and his wife Anna Konidela née Lezhneva, in a statement announcing the separation, did not disclose the reasons behind the decision. But they stated that they would continue to remain good friends and fulfil their responsibilities as dedicated parents to their children.

The couple also requested the public and well-wishers to respect their privacy during this period of personal transition.

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‘No public comments’

In a message sent from the party central office on the orders of YSRCP president Jagan Mohan Reddy, party leaders, official spokespersons, activists, and social media activists were clearly told to stay away from discussions and criticisms on social media platforms, not to make any comments on this issue, not to participate in discussions related to personal affairs, respond to posts appearing on social media, or share related content.

The directives are listed below:

  • No public comments or statements should be made regarding Pawan Kalyan’s personal affairs.
  • Do not participate in discussions taking place on social media platforms on this issue. Do not respond to related posts.
  • Do not share or promote posts, photos, videos, or other information related to personal affairs.
  • Maintain a respectful and responsible attitude in all public communications.

Intervention of Delhi leadership

A massive online war frequently takes place on social media between YSRCP and Jana Sena activists.

YSRCP sources confirmed that the intervention of BJP’s top leadership in Delhi is behind this move. The central leadership asked the Jana Sena and YSRCP leaderships to exercise restraint regarding personal matters and to limit criticisms to political differences.

Pawan Kalyan had notably avoided making any criticisms recently when property disputes arose between Jagan Mohan Reddy and his sister and APCC president Sharmila.

A YSRCP official spokesperson explained that this understanding was reached through the mediation of the Delhi leadership, and both parties are likely to abide by the suggestion to restrict criticisms solely to political differences. They opined that this decision could help curb trolling on social media.

Also Read: Pawan Kalyan, wife Anna Lezhneva decide to part ways after 13 years

iTDP says no to personal criticisms

Meanwhile, Janasena Party’s alliance partner Telugu Desam Party (TDP) also announced on social media that it will not endorse any personal comments or discussions regarding the personal lives of alliance party leaders as well as YSRCP leaders.

The TDP IT wing (iTDP) stated that strict disciplinary action will be taken if it comes to their notice that such comments are made through social media accounts affiliated with iTDP, and declared that iTDP has no connection whatsoever with personal opinions expressed by individuals or derogatory remarks made against others.

(Edited by Sumavarsha)

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