Shri Bastipati Nagaraju is a prominent politician affiliated with the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. Born around 1979, he has a background in education, having served as a lecturer before entering politics in 2021. His political career began with his election as a Member of the Panchayat Territorial Constituency (MPTC) for Panchalingala, reflecting his active involvement in local governance.
In April 2024, Nagaraju was selected as the TDP’s candidate for the Kurnool Lok Sabha constituency, primarily because he belongs to the Kuruba community, which is significant in Kurnool’s demographics. This community’s support is seen as a vital asset in his political journey
Nagaraju’s campaign focuses on addressing critical issues in Kurnool, such as the severe water scarcity and high unemployment rates that plague the region. He emphasizes the need for developing irrigation projects and enhancing industrial development to create job opportunities, especially for small farmers and agricultural laborers. He aims to curb the migration of workers from rural to urban areas by improving local economic conditions(
He has expressed confidence in his candidacy, relying on a vision for growth associated with TDP leader N. Chandrababu Naidu. Nagaraju is committed to transforming Kurnool into a model constituency through effective governance and community support