Nani, 57, had joined the TDP a few months ago

Andhra Pradesh ex-Deputy CM Alla Nani dies of heart attack

By Snehil Singh

Sep 15, 2026

05:01 pm

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What's the story

Alla Kali Krishna Srinivas, popularly known as Alla Nani, died of a heart attack in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday. He was 57. Nani had a long political career, having served as the deputy chief minister and health minister under YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's government in Andhra Pradesh. A few months ago, he had joined the Telugu Desam Party (TDP).

Political career

Nani's political journey and party transitions

Nani began his political journey as a Congress MLA from Eluru before moving to the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP).

He was a key figure in Reddy's administration, overseeing Health and Medical Education portfolios.

His death comes months after he had switched allegiance to TDP, ending a political career that spanned multiple parties.