Andhra Pradesh, a state rich in history, culture, and political dynamism, has been shaped by visionary leaders who have helmed its affairs as Chief Ministers over the years. The journey of Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape is marked by significant milestones, challenges, and transformations, all under the stewardship of its esteemed leaders. Let’s delve into the annals of history and explore the list of former Chief Ministers who have left an indelible mark on the state.
Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh
Since 1956, Andhra Pradesh has witnessed the leadership of 17 Chief Ministers, beginning with Neelam Sanjiva Reddy and currently led by CM Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy. The majority of these Chief Ministers hailed from the Indian National Congress party. Additionally, Andhra Pradesh has experienced three periods of President’s rule, with the most recent occurring in 2014.
First Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
Neelam Sanjiva Reddy, a prominent figure in Indian politics, commenced his career with the Indian National Congress Party during the independence movement. He served as Andhra Pradesh’s first Chief Minister after the state’s formation in 1956. Reddy’s leadership spearheaded pivotal rural development initiatives and key infrastructure projects, including transformative river valley schemes aimed at revolutionizing agriculture in the region.
Current Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
Yeduguri Sandinti Jagan Mohan Reddy, widely referred to as Y. S. Jagan or simply Jagan, assumed office as the 17th Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh in 2019. An influential Indian politician, Jagan has been steering the state with his leadership since then, overseeing various developmental initiatives and policy implementations aimed at fostering growth and prosperity across Andhra Pradesh.
Longest Serving Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
Chandrababu Naidu, hailing from the Telugu Desam Party, holds the distinction of being Andhra Pradesh’s longest-serving Chief Minister. He assumed office as the first Chief Minister post the state’s bifurcation in 2014 and served for a total of 13 years across multiple tenures. Following him, Kasu Brahmananda Reddy held the second-longest tenure, succeeded by the Telugu Desam Party’s founder, N. T. Rama Rao, renowned as the second actor in India to become Chief Minister, who served for the third longest term.
Shortest Serving Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
Bhaskara Rao holds the distinction of being the shortest-serving Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, with a tenure lasting merely 31 days. His brief stint in office marks one of the briefest terms in the state’s political history, highlighting the challenges and rapid changes within Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape during that period.
List of Former Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh (1956-2024)
Since 1956, Andhra Pradesh has witnessed the leadership of 17 Chief Ministers, beginning with Neelam Sanjiva Reddy and currently led by CM Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy.
Here is the complete list of former Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh from 1956 to 2024:
| Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh | |||
| S. No. | Name | From | To |
| 1. | Neelam Snajiva Reddy | 01 Nov 1956 | 11 Jan 1960 |
| 2. | Damodaram Sanjivayya | 11 Jan 1960 | 12 Mar 1962 |
| 3. | Neelam Sanjiva Reddy | 12 Mar 1962 | 20 Feb 1964 |
| 4. | Kasu Brahmananda Reddy | 21 Feb 1964 | 20 Sep 1971 |
| 5. | P. V. Narasimha Rao | 30 Sep 1971 | 10 Jan 1973 |
| 6. | President’s Rule | 11 Jan 1973 | 10 Dec 1973 |
| 7. | Jalagam Vengala Rao | 10 Dec 1973 | 06 Mar 1978 |
| 8. | Marri Chenna Reddy | 06 Mar 1978 | 11 Oct 1980 |
| 9. | Tanguturi Anjaiah | 11 Oct 1980 | 24 Feb 1982 |
| 10. | Bhavanam Venkatarami Reddy | 24 Feb 1982 | 20 Sep 1982 |
| 11. | Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy | 20 Sep 1982 | 09 Jan 1983 |
| 12. | N. T. Rama Rao | 09 Jan 1983 | 16 Aug 1984 |
| 13. | Nadendla Bhaskara Rao | 16 Aug 1984 | 16 Sep 1984 |
| 14. | N. T. Rama Rao | 16 Sep 1984 | 02 Dec 1989 |
| 15. | Marri Chenna Reddy | 03 Dec 1989 | 17 Dec 1990 |
| 16. | N. Janardhana Reddy | 17 Dec 1990 | 09 Oct 1992 |
| 17. | Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy | 09 Oct 1992 | 12 Dec 1994 |
| 18. | N. T. Rama Rao | 12 Dec 1994 | 01 Sep 1995 |
| 19. | N. Chandrababu Naidu | 01 Sep 1995 | 14 May 2004 |
| 20. | Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy | 14 May 2004 | 02 Sep 2009 |
| 21. | K. Rosaiah | 03 Sep 2009 | 24 Nov 2010 |
| 22. | N. Kiran Kumar Reddy | 25 Nov 2010 | 01 Mar 2014 |
| 23. | President’s Rule | 01 Mar 2014 | 08 Jun 2014 |
| 24. | N. Chandrababu Naidu | 08 Jun 2014 | 29 May 2019 |
| 25. | Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy | 30 May 2019 | Present |
