Andhra Pradesh, June 26 -- Anantapur district witnessed heightened political tension as the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) announced rival protest programmes following the recent clashes between party workers in Tadipatri on June 23.

According to the YSRCP party central office, the TDP had called for a protest in front of the residence of the YSRCP district president in Anantapur, condemning the violence in Tadipatri.

Meanwhile, the YSR Congress Party announced a silent protest and collective dharna in Tadipatri over the same incident.

Police denied permission for both programmes, citing law and order concerns. Following the restrictions, TDP leaders postponed their proposed protest in Anantapur.

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