Chiranjeevi became too emotional about Upendra.

“Loss of Upendra is irrecoverable for Praja Rajyam. I cried only when my father died two years ago and I feel the same heart paining moments today with the loss of Upendra. He was like a father for me. I can confidently say that Upendra was the only person in whole Praja Rajyam party who worked with full commitment. Even I didn’t feel such commitment for the party as Upendra felt. Many leaders with their self interests and backstabbing nature left Praja Rajyam and I felt disguised. Upendra gave me such confidence which can never be forgotten in my whole political career.

Even today Praja Rajyam mainly runs on his ethics and beliefs. I take a oath today that, Chiranjeevi will work day and night to fulfill his dreams of making this party a perfect political party”, Chiranjeevi said.

Chiranjeevi on speaking to the media was clearly seen to be crying with his eyes watering continuously. Chiru was trying to control his emotions but unable to. That shows the intimacy and close relation which Chiranjeevi shared with Parvathaneni Upendra.