The recent episode of *Narasaraopet MLA Chadalavada Aravinda Babu receiving a reprimand* from TDP president and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has further fueled these concerns. Aravinda Babu reportedly requested the recruitment of his supporters in IML depots, but the issue highlighted a larger problem—*MLAs feel sidelined as power remains concentrated within the CMO*.
Several legislators argue that district collectors and senior officials *primarily act on directives from the CMO, often **sidestepping MLA recommendations*. This situation has made it increasingly difficult for them to address public grievances and acknowledge the contributions of dedicated party workers, leading to growing concerns about their relevance within the administration.
Even ministers face similar challenges, as they reportedly require *CMO approval for key staff appointments. Moreover, Naidu’s **direct oversight and performance evaluations* have intensified worries among MLAs. Many fear that this *tight grip on administrative decisions* may not only weaken their influence within the government but also impact their political future within the party.
In another instance, *Aravinda Babu, a well-regarded doctor and soft-spoken leader, recently approached the district collector, requesting the replacement of outsourced employees at a local liquor depot with TDP-affiliated workers. However, the collector refused, stating that such decisions must come exclusively from the **CMO, reinforcing the perception that **MLAs lack authority over administrative matters in their own constituencies*.
As the discontent grows, TDP legislators are seeking greater autonomy to fulfill their responsibilities effectively while balancing party discipline and administrative efficiency.
