The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) and the Andhra Pradesh Rythu Sangham on Friday accused the government of interfering in the affairs of the Krishna Milk Union, popularly known as Vijaya Dairy, and attempting to force its newly elected chairman, Chalasani Anjaneyulu, to step down.

Addressing a press conference at the YSRCP central office, party spokesperson Putta Sivashankar alleged that Mr. Anjaneyulu was subjected to pressure from senior leaders within 24 hours of his unanimous election by the board of directors.

According to Mr. Sivashankar, Ministers K. Parthasarathi and Kollu Ravindra visited the dairy's office soon after the Cabinet meeting, and pressed for the chairman's resignation. He further alleged that the pressure continued even after Mr. Anjaneyulu was admitted to hospital.

Citing a video, purportedly released by director Vemuri Sai, Mr. Sivashankar claimed that messages demanding the chairman's resignation were sent while he was undergoing treatment. He also alleged that another Minister convened a meeting of directors to discuss either a resignation or a no-confidence motion.

The YSRCP leader accused the government of interfering in the functioning of democratic cooperative institutions. Referring to the closure of Chittoor Dairy during the previous TDP government, he questioned whether similar attempts were now being made to weaken Krishna Milk Union while benefiting private players.

Separately, the Andhra Pradesh Rythu Sangham alleged that the government was attempting to undermine the cooperative dairy sector to favour Heritage Foods, founded by the family of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.

The Sangham claimed that elected representatives of the cooperative were being targeted and replaced by individuals aligned with the ruling establishment. It urged the government to protect the interests of dairy farmers and preserve the cooperative structure of the institution.

Published - August 08, 2026 11:42 pm IST