Congress infighting in Telangana intensified as supporters of Nalgonda MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy and Tungaturthy MLA Mandula Samuel clashed over mandal president appointments in Suryapet district. Police resorted to a lathi charge after tensions escalated, leaving several supporters and police personnel injured.
The Jangaon Municipality elections for chairperson and vice-chairperson witnessed high drama with protests, tight security, and heated altercations between BRS and Congress councillors. Both candidates secured equal votes, leading to a draw of lots.
The hung verdict in 38 Urban Local Bodies across Telangana has triggered intense political manoeuvring, with the Congress relying on ex-officio members and independents to secure control of key municipalities.
Tension flared in Jangaon after Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy allegedly attempted to abduct an independent candidate who had pledged support to the BRS.
BRS leader Gadari Kishore Kumar cautioned Congress Ministers Adluri Laxman and Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy against making personal remarks on T Harish Rao, alleging that the Congress government was steeped in infighting and corruption. He accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of misuse of power.
Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy has literally endorsed what Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has been arguing over Musi riverfront development project, especially with regard to ensuring flow of treated water in the river.
Bhongir MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy says he would pursue the demand for Cheriyal as a new revenue division with Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday
