Factional rift widens in Mancherial Congress as MLA Premsagar Rao’s aide changes camp

Political equations in Mancherial Congress appear to be shifting as Manthena Jaganmohan Rao, a close associate of MLA K Premsagar Rao, reportedly moves closer to Labour Minister Dr G Vivek. The development has triggered speculation of fresh factional alignments in the district

Mancherial: Manthena Jaganmohan Rao, a close associate of Mancherial MLA K Premsagar Rao from this town is now moving closely with Labor minister Dr G Vivek, who heads the rival faction in the ruling party in the district..

Jaganmohan Rao was seen participating in a programme of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy held at Sangareddy on Saturday, raising eyebrows of many. He has reportedly chosen the event to show off his strength. He is rumored to have been enjoying the support of Vivek. He is making moves against Premsagar Rao in an apparent attempt to prove his existence and preparing ground for his political entry.

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Jaganmohan, a staunch follower of Premsagar Rao is learnt to be operating a faction against Rao following differences between them. He is preparing to align himself with the minister amid growing enmity. His move is expected to intensify factional politics in the district and further strain relations between the Congress leaders.

The influential follower of Premsagar Rao used to settle disputes using his proximity to the MLA and was regarded as the legislator’s shadow. Officials vied with each other to remain in his good books and secure favourable postings and transfers. He has now reportedly raised a banner of revolt against Premsagar Rao due to the differences that erupted over sharing power.

It is said that Jaganmohan Rao’s decision to join hands with Vivek has annoyed Premsagar Rao. His political moves and activities have reportedly become a headache for Rao. Mancherial MLA is leaving no stone to have control over the segment. He is dissuading leaders from showing interest to stay in touch with Jaganmohan.