The Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) has raised alarms over the coalition government's alleged suppression of dissent in Andhra Pradesh, claiming it is using police to settle political scores. Party General Secretary Ponnavolu Sudhakar Reddy stated that the state is moving towards autocracy, with dissent being stifled through coercive measures and legal actions against those questioning governance. He highlighted instances where individuals faced legal repercussions for raising concerns about corruption and government spending. The YSRCP emphasized that this trend threatens the fundamental right to freedom of expression and called for greater media attention on these issues. Furthermore, former Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy echoed these concerns, suggesting that the government's tactics could lead to widespread public discontent.