Tension flared in Darsi, Prakasam district, on October 18, 2026, when a heated argument broke out between YCP factions during the municipal election nominations. The confrontation between the two groups created a tense atmosphere for some time.
YCP chairman candidate Venkatareddy commenced a rally from the party office, led by MLA Shivaprasad Reddy, to file his nomination. The rally's progress was met with rising tensions.
A verbal altercation ensued between the candidate and the police near the clock tower, as police attempted to obstruct YCP leaders. The situation escalated further when the police blocked the rally.
The incident led to a tense environment in Darsi for a period. Police intervened to bring the situation under control.
