Historic 16th Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly Inaugurates with Oath-Taking Ceremony

The 16th Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly commenced with newly-elected MLAs taking oath, presided over by TDP's G Butchaiah Chowdary. Notable attendees included CM N Chandrababu Naidu and first-time MLA Pawan Kalyan. The session will elect a new Speaker and Deputy Speaker, potentially C Ayyannapatrudu.

The maiden session of the 16th Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly commenced on Friday, showcasing the vibrant democratic process in the state as newly-elected MLAs took their oaths of office. The proceedings were presided over by TDP MLA G Butchaiah Chowdary, serving as the Pro-tem Speaker.

At precisely 9:45 am, the Assembly Hall in Velagapudi, Amravati, buzzed with activity. Marking a significant moment, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu made his presence felt after a hiatus of more than two and a half years.

Adding to the historical day, actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan entered the House for the first time in his 16-year-old political career, marking his debut as a legislator from Pithapuram and Deputy Chief Minister. The session is set to witness the election of a new Speaker and Deputy Speaker, with TDP sources indicating that senior leader and Narsipatnam MLA C Ayyannapatrudu is the frontrunner for the Speaker role.

Chief Minister Naidu, also the MLA from Kuppam, was the first to take the oath, followed closely by Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan. Following the ceremonies, Naidu approached the Pro-tem Speaker's chair to exchange pleasantries, symbolizing the collaborative spirit of the session.

The assembly session follows the sweeping victory of the NDA alliance in the 2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections, capturing 164 seats in the 175-member House, setting the stage for significant legislative activities ahead.

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