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Constituency Overview
Sullurpeta Assembly Constituency is located in SPSR Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh and forms part of the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency. Situated in the northern coastal belt of the district near the Andhra Pradesh–Tamil Nadu border, the constituency occupies a strategically important position. Sullurpeta is best known as the gateway to the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) at Sriharikota, India's principal spaceport. The constituency also includes important coastal ecosystems such as Pulicat Lake, one of India's largest brackish water lagoons. Agriculture, aquaculture, fisheries, space-related economic activity and trade contribute significantly to the local economy. Its unique combination of scientific, environmental and economic importance makes Sullurpeta one of the most distinctive constituencies in Andhra Pradesh.
Location
Approximate location of Sullurpeta Assembly Constituency, SPSR Nellore district.
2024 Election Result
Nelavala Vijayasree
Votes: 1,11,048
Kiliveti Sanjeevaiah
Votes: 81,933
Victory margin: 29,115 votes
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2019 Election Result
Kiliveti Sanjeevaiah
Votes: 1,19,627
Parasa Venkata Rathnaiah
Votes: 58,335
Victory margin: 61,292 votes
2014 Election Result
Sanjeevaiah Kiliveti
Votes: 85,343
Parasa Venkata
Votes: 81,617
Victory margin: 3,726 votes
2019 → 2024 Comparison
Won by YSRCP in 2019, flipped to TDP in 2024. Winning margin narrowed from 61,292 (2019) to 29,115 (2024) — down 32,177 votes.
Political History
Sullurpeta is a Scheduled Caste (SC) reserved constituency and has traditionally witnessed electoral contests among the Congress, Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP). The constituency's political landscape has been shaped by issues relating to coastal development, fisheries, employment, social welfare and infrastructure. Over the years, industrial development around Sriharikota and growing economic activity along the Chennai–Kolkata corridor have influenced voter priorities. The constituency remains politically significant because of its strategic location and growing economic potential.
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Key Development Issues
Employment generation, coastal infrastructure and environmental protection remain major concerns in Sullurpeta. Fishermen seek better harbour facilities, market access and protection from extreme weather events. Residents demand improved roads, drinking water supply, healthcare facilities and educational institutions. Conservation of Pulicat Lake and sustainable management of coastal ecosystems are increasingly important development priorities. Expansion of industrial investment, tourism infrastructure and skill-development opportunities is viewed as essential for creating jobs and supporting long-term growth.
Constituency Insights
Sullurpeta occupies a unique position in Andhra Pradesh due to its proximity to Sriharikota and Pulicat Lake. The electorate includes fishermen, farmers, aquaculture entrepreneurs, industrial workers, government employees and small business owners. Fisheries and aquaculture contribute significantly to local livelihoods, while the presence of India's spaceport has enhanced the constituency's national importance. Voters generally prioritise employment opportunities, infrastructure development, fisheries support and welfare programmes. The constituency's coastal geography and strategic significance continue to shape its economic and political identity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Sullurpeta Assembly Constituency located?
A: Sullurpeta Assembly Constituency is located in SPSR Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh and forms part of the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency.
Q: Is Sullurpeta a reserved constituency?
A: Yes. Sullurpeta is a Scheduled Caste (SC) reserved Assembly constituency.
Q: Who is the current MLA of Sullurpeta?
A: Nelavala Vijayasri of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) is the current MLA of Sullurpeta, having won the 2024 Assembly election.
Q: Why is Sullurpeta Assembly Constituency important?
A: Sullurpeta is the gateway to the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota and is located near the ecologically significant Pulicat Lake.
Q: What are the major economic activities in Sullurpeta?
A: Fisheries, aquaculture, agriculture, trade, tourism and space-related services are the major economic activities in the constituency.
Q: What are the major crops grown in Sullurpeta?
A: Paddy, groundnut, black gram, sugarcane, coconut, vegetables and maize are among the major crops cultivated in the constituency.
Q: Is Sullurpeta an urban or rural constituency?
A: Sullurpeta is a mixed constituency comprising coastal towns, fishing villages and agricultural areas.
Q: Which Lok Sabha constituency does Sullurpeta belong to?
A: Sullurpeta Assembly Constituency is part of the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency.
Q: What are the key development issues in Sullurpeta?
A: Fisheries infrastructure, coastal protection, environmental conservation, employment generation, healthcare facilities and education are among the major concerns.
Q: Why is Sriharikota important to Sullurpeta?
A: Sriharikota hosts India's primary space launch centre, bringing national significance, employment opportunities and economic activity to the region.
Q: What factors influence elections in Sullurpeta?
A: Fisheries development, employment opportunities, coastal infrastructure, welfare schemes, environmental protection and local leadership are among the most important factors influencing elections in the constituency.