Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party
Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party, commonly known as YSR Congress Party or YSRCP, is a regional political party based in Andhra Pradesh. Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is its founder and president. The party's political programme emphasises welfare, development, farmers, youth, labour and social inclusion.
Party President
Party History
- 2009Political movement around Y. S. Jagan
Following the death of Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy, Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy became the central figure of a political movement that later developed into YSR Congress Party.
- 2011Formal formation
YSR Congress Party was formally established under Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy and registered with the Election Commission of India on 31 January 2011.
- 2014State party recognition
The Election Commission recognised YSRCP as a State Party in Andhra Pradesh after its electoral performance in the 2014 elections.
- 2014First Assembly election in residual Andhra Pradesh
YSRCP won 67 Assembly seats and became the principal opposition party in the newly reorganised Andhra Pradesh.
- 2019Major electoral victory
YSRCP won 151 of 175 Assembly seats and 22 of 25 Lok Sabha seats in Andhra Pradesh. Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy became Chief Minister.
- 2024Change of government
YSRCP won 11 Assembly seats and 4 Lok Sabha seats. The TDP-led alliance formed the Andhra Pradesh government.
- 2026Opposition phase
YSRCP remained the principal opposition force in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly, with 11 MLAs, while retaining 4 Lok Sabha and 7 Rajya Sabha members.
Top Leadership
- YSY. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy
- YVY. V. Subba Reddy
- PVP. V. Midhun Reddy
- PSPilli Subhash Chandra Bose
Election Performance
(Lok Sabha)State-wise Strength
(1 states)- Andhra Pradesh
Financial Overview
No financial statements on record.
Organisational Structure
A network reaching from the national council down to booth level.
Major Policies & Agenda
YSRCP places direct welfare delivery and social protection at the centre of its political programme.
The party emphasises agricultural support, farmer assistance and rural development.
The party advocates expanded public education, healthcare and welfare infrastructure.
The party supports welfare programmes targeted at women, children and economically disadvantaged households.
The party promotes infrastructure, regional development and investment alongside welfare programmes.
Ideology & Vision
YSRCP presents its vision around welfare-oriented governance, inclusive development, social justice, farmers' interests and improved public services.
Alliances
- No formal current allianceIndependent · since 2024
Symbol & Colours
- Green
- White
Connect with YSRCP
Key Highlights
Past Presidents
(1)- Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy – present
All information is sourced from official and public records.