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The Telangana Assembly session began amid high drama as police stopped BRS legislators from entering the House, leading to clashes and allegations of assault. The session was later disrupted by BJP protests, while the government sought action against BRS MLC Tata Madhu.

The BJP criticised the Congress over Telangana minister Konda Surekha’s removal, alleging hypocrisy on women’s political representation. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi questioned Congress leaders’ silence and contrasted the party’s record with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s women empowerment initiatives

Senior Congress leader and MLC Baswaraju Saraiah challenged former Minister Konda Surekha to quit her MLA post and contest against him as an independent from Warangal (East). He also defended her Cabinet dismissal and criticised her political conduct.

BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy demanded an investigation into allegations made by Konda Surekha and her daughter Sushmitha against Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. He also accused the Congress government of corruption, poor governance and compromising Telangana’s interests.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy of misusing his position and alleged links to stone-crusher and real-estate mafias. He also questioned Congress’ action against Konda Surekha and sought accountability over allegations involving Revanth Reddy’s aides.

Minutes after being dropped from the Telangana Cabinet, Konda Surekha hit back at Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, alleging a conspiracy involving his brothers, Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and others. She also accused the government of politically and administratively marginalising her.

Former Minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil key election promises during its 1,000 days in power. He alleged that farmers, students and unemployed youth were ignored and challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to a debate.

Former Minister T Harish Rao inspected pending KLIS canal works in Medak and sent a selfie from the site to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. He accused the Congress government of neglecting irrigation projects and demanded immediate release of funds.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has decided to drop Forest Minister Konda Surekha from the Telangana Cabinet with immediate effect, following the Congress high command’s approval after the TPCC Disciplinary Committee recommended stern action against her over her daughter’s allegations against the Chief Minister.

The Congress government’s proposed 100-acre cricket stadium in Bharat Future City has drawn criticism, with questions raised over its size and necessity. Critics argue Hyderabad already has adequate facilities, while the government says a larger venue is needed for major international events.

BRS Assembly Whip KP Vivekanand challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to release a white paper on the Congress government’s 1,000-day performance and hold a detailed debate in the Assembly, alleging failures in implementing promises and Six Guarantees.

Tension prevailed in Yadadri Bhongir after Congress and BJP workers clashed following attacks on the MLA’s camp office and BJP district office. Police resorted to lathi-charge to control the situation, while BJP State president N Ramchander Rao was placed under house arrest.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar questioned the denial of permission for a farmers’ rally led by KT Rama Rao in Miryalaguda on September 3. He demanded lifting of Section 30 and alleged selective police restrictions against Opposition programmes.

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao condemned alleged police excesses in Suryapet, Mahabubabad and Nagarkurnool and urged Telangana DGP CV Anand to take action. He also criticised the Revanth Reddy government over cases against those protesting and questioning it.

Forest Minister Konda Surekha tied a Rakhi to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy at his Hyderabad residence amid demands from Congress MLAs for her removal from the State Cabinet following allegations made by her daughter Konda Sushmitha.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy inspected Mir Alam Tank and reviewed plans to develop its islands as relaxation centres, glamping sites and tourism attractions. Officials were directed to plan water sports, wedding destinations and better drainage while integrating the lake with Nehru Zoological Park.

Senior Telangana Congress leaders have reportedly expressed displeasure over media reports targeting some party leaders. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud and Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy have questioned such reports and warned against targeting party leaders.

The BRS will raise alleged unparliamentary remarks and conduct of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, Ministers and Congress MLAs before the Assembly Ethics Committee on August 29. The party wants them questioned before BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy’s case.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of running a land-centric government and targeting private and assigned properties. He alleged government lands worth Rs 30,000 crore had been sold and assured 22A-affected families of BRS support.

BRS leader T Harish Rao opposed the proposed merger of 59 government polytechnic colleges with the Young India Skill University and demanded withdrawal of GO 97. He warned of a massive protest with students if the government failed to act.