The by-elections in Pulivendula and Vontimitta ZPTC in Kadapa district witnessed a significant voter turnout with minor clashes between TDP and YSRCP. Polling percentages rose to around 75% in Pulivendula and 72% in Vontimitta. Protests erupted following the arrest of Kadapa MP YS Avinash Reddy. A state minister affirmed the fairness of the elections, and ballot boxes are secured for counting on August 14.