Analyse
The Andhra Pradesh government, led by Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy, formally introduced the *YSR Zero Corruption* initiative in 2019, reinforcing it in 2022 with directives like mandatory asset declarations for officials and a toll-free anti-corruption helpline. However, critics—including opposition parties (TDP) and civil society groups—argue that high-profile corruption cases (e.g., allegations against TDP leaders) were aggressively pursued, while accusations against ruling-party (YSRCP) members often faced delays or inaction. For instance, the *Andhra Pradesh Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB)* registered disproportionate assets cases against opposition figures but was accused of ignoring complaints against YSRCP functionaries. The policy’s implementation thus appears **uneven**, contradicting the claim of *strict action against anyone* regardless of affiliation.
Achtergrond
Corruption has been a persistent issue in Andhra Pradesh, with the state ranking **12th** in Transparency International’s 2023 *India Corruption Survey*. Reddy’s government replaced the previous *AP Right to Services Act* with stricter oversight mechanisms, including surprise inspections and a 'corruption-free pledge' for officials. However, political polarization and the ACB’s perceived alignment with the ruling party have raised doubts about the policy’s impartiality.
Samenvatting verdict
While Jaganmohan Reddy’s government *did* launch the *YSR Zero Corruption* policy and took some anti-corruption measures, enforcement has been inconsistent, with allegations of political bias and selective targeting undermining its universality.