Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender has dismissed speculation about his resignation, calling it false propaganda. The rumours gained traction after the Speaker concluded cross-examinations in the BRS disqualification case. Nagender and a few other defected MLAs are yet to submit affidavits reaffirming loyalty to BRS.
With local body elections approaching, Congress faces internal tensions as defected BRS MLAs seek ticket assurances. Senior party leaders are pushing for loyalists, creating friction. Meanwhile, ministers head to Delhi over a Supreme Court petition challenging BC reservations and to finalise the Jubilee Hills bye-election candidate.