Suresh Prabhu chosen by TDP for Rajya Sabha, surprises many
Union Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has filed the nomination for Rajya Sabha biennial election from Andhra Pradesh today.
He is contesting as a BJP nominee, supported by NDA's alliance TDP.
The latest and hurry decision of ruling TDP in Andhra Pradesh to select Union Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu for Rajya Sabha seat has shocked many within and outside the party.
But, the party sources said that there was opposition within the TDP for sending either Venkaiah Naidu or Nirmala Sitharaman to RS.
The BJP proposed Suresh Prabhu’s name keeping separate railway zone for AP in mind.
Even, the selection of TG Venkatesh for Rajya Sabha also surprised many.
Other contender is Union Minister Sujana Chowdary. He is seeking an election to the Upper House of Parliament for a second straight term.
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