Yeduguri Sandinti Jagan Mohan Reddy, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is a self-made politician and businessman. He currently serves as the President of the YSR Congress Party. Born to a political family in Kadapa, he embarked on his journey into politics at a very early age, when he started assisting his father in his campaigns. After completing his education and starting a business, he entered active politics full time and has been instrumental in ushering in major changes in Andhra Pradesh’s socio-economic landscape. Let’s take a look at his journey from being an entrepreneur to becoming the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.

Early Life and Education

Yeduguri Sandinti Jagan Mohan Reddy was born into a political family headed by YS Rajasekhara Reddy (YS Raja), who served as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh for two consecutive terms from 2004-09. He received his primary education from All Saints High School in Kadapa before pursuing higher studies from Hyderabad’s Narayana Junior College. Later, he completed his Bachelors degree in commerce from Maharaja's College – University of Mysore.

Entrepreneurial Journey

After completing his studies, YS Jaganmohan Reddy moved to Hyderabad and established Indira Television Network (ITV) which broadcast many popular shows such as Sakshi TV News and Telugu soap operas like Chittemma Mogudu. He also ventured into other businesses such as housing development projects, hospitals, etc., all under the umbrella of Jagati Publications Limited (JPL). His business acumen helped him become one of the most successful young entrepreneurs in Andhra Pradesh during that time period.

Political Career  

In 2010, YS Jaganmohan Reddy took over the reigns of the party founded by his father – Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP). Since then he has been an active member of politics and has been credited with ushering in several key changes in Andhra Pradesh’s socio-economic landscape including implementation of various welfare schemes for farmers and backward classes along with providing free electricity to farmers across the state. In 2019 he was elected as the ninth CM for Andhra Pradesh after leading YSRCP to victory against N Chandrababu Naidu's Telugu Desam Party (TDP).  

Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy is an inspirational leader who rose up through hard work and sheer determination despite coming from a prominent political family background. He has made remarkable contributions towards overall development of Andhra Pradesh while serving both as an entrepreneur and politician; proving that success is not limited by any boundaries or backgrounds but can be achieved through dedication and commitment towards your goals. Today, he stands tall amongst India’s most influential politicians based on merit alone!