Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said he remains steadfast in his support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi [1].
The statement reinforces the political alignment between the regional leadership in Andhra Pradesh and the central government. This public affirmation of loyalty highlights the strategic partnership between Kalyan's political interests and the Prime Minister's national agenda.
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Kalyan said he has a long-standing admiration for the Prime Minister [1]. He recounted a period of early support that dates back to when Modi served as the chief minister of Gujarat [1]. Kalyan said he had a conviction that Modi was destined to lead the nation, noting that this belief drove his early advocacy for the leader [1].
"Through thick and thin, I stand by him," Kalyan said [1].
Kalyan's comments suggest that his current political alliance is not merely a matter of recent convenience but is based on a foundational belief in Modi's leadership capabilities [1]. He said his perspective on Modi's potential was formed well before the Prime Minister reached the national stage [1].
"I felt Modi was destined to lead India," Kalyan said [1].
The interview serves as a public record of the Deputy Chief Minister's ideological commitment to the Prime Minister's vision for the country. By framing his support as a long-term conviction, Kalyan positions himself as a consistent ally rather than a tactical partner, a distinction that carries weight in the fluid landscape of Indian regional politics.
“Through thick and thin, I stand by him.”
This public declaration of loyalty serves to stabilize the relationship between the Andhra Pradesh state government and the central administration. By rooting his support in a historical context—specifically Modi's time in Gujarat—Kalyan is signaling to both voters and political rivals that his alliance is based on ideological conviction rather than short-term political expediency.
