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Despite being in power, the Congress failed to convert municipal polls into a clean sweep, as the BRS staged a strong comeback from the opposition, retaining its urban base and signalling growing public discontent midway through the government’s term

The civic poll results in erstwhile Adilabad district dealt a setback to the ruling Congress, which had predicted a strong performance. Six municipalities, including Adilabad and Bhainsa, delivered hung verdicts, leaving independents, BJP and AIMIM in decisive positions.

Kamalapuram Gitanjali, wife of suspended constable Ramesh, won a ward in Cheriyal Municipality for the BRS, overcoming allegations, pressure and controversy, as the party secured a majority and prepared to form the civic body

The BRS claimed victory in 11 of the 19 municipalities in the erstwhile Medak district, securing majorities in Cheriyal, Dubbak, Gajwel, Toopran, Gaddapotharam and Gummadidala. With support from Independents, the party is set to form municipal bodies in Zaheerabad, Medak, Indresham, Isnapur and Jinnaram.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar criticised Telangana police for failing to act against former Congress MLA T Jagga Reddy over alleged misconduct with police personnel during polling, demanding his immediate arrest and action under relevant legal provisions

The BRS lodged multiple complaints with the State Election Commission, accusing Congress leaders of large-scale violations of the Model Code of Conduct during municipal polling in Telangana. Allegations include illegal voter transportation, booth interference, intimidation, misuse of official machinery, and bribery.

Mild tension prevailed in Karimnagar’s 28th division after police arrested BRS candidate Kurra Thirupathi for allegedly trying to prevent a Congress candidate from influencing voters. MLA Gangula Kamalakar intervened, leading to Thirupathi’s release and allegations against the Congress party

Telangana goes to polls on Wednesday for 2,996 wards across 123 urban local bodies amid tight security. With Congress and BRS locked in a keen contest, the results will decide control of key municipal corporations and municipalities.

Tension erupted in Medak municipality after BRS cadres alleged that Congress leaders attempted to distribute money and liquor to voters. A confrontation between workers of both parties led to a scuffle, following which BRS decided to approach election authorities.

Kothagudem municipal elections see fierce competition as BRS, Congress, and CPI vie for control of 60 wards, while BJP struggles to assert influence. Aswaraopet votes for the first time amid local alliances and extensive campaigning by party leaders

Patancheru MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy appealed to trade union leaders to work for the victory of BRS candidates in the February 11 municipal elections, indicating efforts to return to the party he had quit earlier to join the Congress.

The BRS lodged a complaint with Cyberabad Police over an alleged attack by Congress workers on its cadre during a campaign at Medchal. Former Minister Ch Malla Reddy accused Congress leader Vajresh Yadav of assault and sought strict action.

The BRS alleged that the fire at Hyderabad’s Forensic Science Laboratory was a deliberate attempt to destroy evidence in sensitive cases, including the vote-for-note case. Party leader Dasoju Sravan demanded a judicial inquiry and recovery of digital data.

BRS Legislative Party deputy leader T Harish Rao criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for using abusive language to divert attention from governance failures. He accused the Congress government of weakening welfare schemes and questioned the outcomes of the Chief Minister’s foreign visits.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao said the municipal elections are a direct contest between the BRS development model and the Congress government’s two-year rule. Campaigning in Sircilla, he accused the Congress of neglecting welfare schemes and misleading people.

Candidates contesting the municipal polls in Mancherial are hiring experts and agencies from Hyderabad for campaign planning and publicity. From data-driven strategies to social media influencers and rallies, contestants are adopting new methods to attract voters and secure victory.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for using abusive and uncivil language, accusing him of lowering the dignity of the office and promoting divisive politics ahead of municipal elections in Telangana

The BRS signature campaign seeking support for the SCB merger continued to gather momentum in Secunderabad Cantonment. After covering Rasoolpura, the drive entered Mudfort, with party workers collecting signatures as the campaign entered its fifth day

As Telangana heads into crucial municipal elections, the Congress, BRS and BJP have intensified campaigns across urban areas. While the Congress faces internal dissent, the BRS banks on cadre strength and strategy, turning civic polls into a high-stakes political contest.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged that contracts worth Rs 6,000 crore were awarded to KLSR Infratech despite insolvency proceedings. He demanded cancellation of the works and a probe by central agencies into the alleged irregularities