The people of Sripurandarapuram village in Buchireddypalem Mandal in Nellore District today boycotted the bypoll falling under Kovur assembly constituency, alleging the government had failed to solve local problems especially supply of drinking water. Official sources said here the villagers were angry as the drinking water problem was not solved despite several representations. However, the district officials were holding talks with the vilagers to ensure that they exercise their franchise.
YSR Congress Candidate N Prasanna Kumar Reddy is trying his electoral fortunes for the second time from this constituency after quitting the main opposition TDP. He is facing strong contenders from the ruling Congress, besides TDP. UNI