Archive · 28 Jan 2026
Lokesh Reflects on Yuva Galam Padayatra's Impact
Nara Lokesh, a minister and leader in the TDP, talked about how his big walking trip called Yuva Galam Padayatra changed his politics.
He walked over 3,000 kilometres across Andhra Pradesh, talking to farmers, women, young people, and others about their problems.
He said this trip helped him understand their struggles and make policies that help them.
The TDP says this trip was very important and helped them win many elections.
Lokesh promised to always stand with the people and listen to their voices.
Nara Lokesh reflected on the impact of his Yuva Galam Padayatra on the third anniversary of its launch.
The padayatra covered over 3,100 kilometres and 97 Assembly constituencies in Andhra Pradesh.
Lokesh interacted with various sections of people, including farmers, women, youth, and workers, to understand their struggles.
The TDP claims the padayatra transformed public engagement and strengthened people-centric governance.
Lokesh vowed to continue standing with the people and making policies based on their voices and lives.
- Who
- Nara Lokesh, Minister for Human Resources Development and IT, TDP National General Secretary
- What
- Reflection on the impact of the Yuva Galam Padayatra
- When
- On the third anniversary of the padayatra, January 27, 2023
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, starting from Kuppam in Chittoor district
- Why
- To connect with the struggles and aspirations of various sections of people and shape politics accordingly
- Name
- Nara Lokesh
- Role
- Minister for Human Resources Development and IT, TDP National General Secretary
- Event
- Yuva Galam Padayatra
- Duration
- 226 days
- Distance Covered
- 3,100 kilometres
- Assembly Constituencies Covered
- 97
- Daily Walking Distance
- 10-12 kilometres
- Start Date
- January 27, 2023
