N Harikrishna Joins Flexi-War

Lending his two bits to the ongoing "flexi struggle", Nandamuri Harikrishna said that NTR is a popular personality, and that anyone can use his picture. The reaction comes close on the heels of his younger brother Balakrishna questioning the use of the picture of NTR in flexi banners at YSRCP meetings.

Harikrishna, father of Junior NTR, said that objection cannot be taken to some fan putting up NTR's picture on a flexi banner. He also took a dig at his brother for his remark that there will be dire consequences to NTR Jr. for allowing his picture on the flexi banners. "We should also work towards saving the party instead of concentrating on other things. We should allow the people to give the final verdict," he said.

NTR's pictures being used in YSRCP's banners has set off a serious debate in political circles.

While TDP blames YSRCP for trying to hijack NTR's image, YSRCP washed its hands off of the controversy saying that it has nothing to do with the banners.

Party senior leader K Ramakrishnudu said, "We are in no way concerned with the issue. But I should remind N Balakrishna that even Purandeswari used NTR's picture during her canvassing on behalf of the Congress party."

Reacting to the statement sharply, Purandeswari said, "NTR is a public figure and he is my father. I am proud of being his daughter, and I have every right to use his picture."

Now, with Harikrishna also replying almost in the same tone, it remains to be seen what is in store. (INN)