
Joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in 1980 after beginning his political association with the RSS and ABVP.
Served in the BJP's Bhimavaram town organisation.
Became a member of the BJP state executive.
Contested the Lok Sabha election from Narasapur and finished fourth.
Served as BJP district president from 2006 to 2010.
Contested the MLC election from the graduates constituency.
Served as BJP spokesperson for undivided Andhra Pradesh from 2012 to 2018.
Served as BJP Andhra Pradesh vice president from 2018 to 2021.
Served as chairman of the BJP Andhra Pradesh State Disciplinary Committee.
Elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Andhra Pradesh in the 2025 by-election.
| Year | House | Constituency | Party | Result | Votes | Vote Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Lok Sabha | Narasapur | Lost | — | — | |
| 2006 | Andhra Pradesh Council | East and West Godavari Graduates | Lost | — | — | |
| 2025 | Rajya Sabha | — | Won | — | — |
Source: 2025 Election Affidavit · Not independently audited
No criminal cases declared in the most recent affidavit.
Pending cases are allegations under judicial process, not convictions. Source: 2025 Election Affidavit.