By Despite the nationwide anticipation surrounding election results, the counting fever is particularly intense in the Telugu states, especially Andhra Pradesh. The fervor has reached a point where supporters of YSRCP and TDP are betting and making wagers, each side confident of coming to power. Bets amounting to crores are being placed. TV9 has focused its attention on these betting activities, uncovering some shocking facts in their investigation.
Despite the nationwide anticipation surrounding the election results, the counting fever is particularly intense in the Telugu states, especially in Andhra Pradesh. The fervor has reached such a level that YSRCP and TDP supporters are making bets and wagers, each side confident of coming to power. Bets amounting to crores are being placed. TV9 has focused its attention on these betting activities, uncovering some shocking facts in their investigation.
For instance, a real estate developer supporting YSRCP bet one crore rupees on the party’s victory. In response, a TDP supporter came with ten lakh rupees in advance and land papers worth four crores. The conversation between the two extended to not just which party will come to power but also detailed discussions about how many seats each party would win in Visakhapatnam City and individual victories.
As the counting date of June 4 approaches, the suspense over the Andhra Pradesh Assembly election results is intensifying. Wherever two people gather or any WhatsApp group is seen, the conversation invariably turns to betting. Even government employees are not exempt from this trend, with their WhatsApp groups buzzing with political discussions and betting activity, indicating the extent of the situation.
Betting on certain key constituencies in the state has reportedly surpassed the interest in IPL bets. Major constituencies include Pithapuram, where Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan is contesting; Mangalagiri, where Nara Lokesh is running; Kuppam, where TDP leader Chandrababu Naidu is a candidate; and Kadapa, where Sharmila is contesting. Given Pawan Kalyan’s defeat in both Bhimavaram and Gajuwaka in the last election, YSRCP is confident of his defeat in Pithapuram this time, prompting substantial betting. Bettors are wagering amounts ranging from one lakh to three lakhs on Pawan’s majority.
Similarly, the Kadapa MP seat, where APCC chief Sharmila is contesting against YSRCP’s YS Avinash Reddy, has also attracted betting interest due to the familial rivalry. Lokesh’s supporters are hoping for his victory in Mangalagiri after his previous defeat, leading to significant bets on his success as well. Reports suggest that these bets are surpassing those placed on IPL matches.
