Bhimavaram: In Palakollu assembly constituency, TDP’s two-time MLA Nimmala Ramanaidu is facing an uphill battle as he is seeking a third consecutive term. Nimmala’s rival is YSRCP candidate Gudala Gopi who is more popular among the constituents due to the unprecedented development and welfare initiatives undertaken during Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's tenure.