For Chandrababu Naidu, there is little clarity on what he may demand from the BJP leadership. TDP leaders suggest that the party may ask for plum ministries at the Centre.
The BJP has no other option but to concede to the demands of the TDP.
Delhi circles say that Babu might become convenor for the NDA. There is also a talk that the TDP MP will become the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
A preferential status for Andhra Pradesh is another key issue that may come up in the negotiations. In fact, it was a dispute over a special status demand that had prompted Mr Naidu to part ways with the BJP in 2016.
For the TDP chief, who has returned to power in Andhra Pradesh with a thumping win, the task is cut out. The massive mandate for his party has come on a promise to rebuild the state and to develop Amaravathi, the capital city.
Babu, often referred to as the first CEO Chief Minister for his record of promoting ease of business and developing cities, has to ensure he delivers on his promises. More so to secure his son Nara Lokesh’s political future.
