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The Kothagudem Urban Development Authority (KUDA), constituted in October 2024, remains defunct as the State government has yet to appoint a chairman. Despite chairpersons being named for other agencies, KUDA has been overlooked, sparking discontent among Congress and CPI leaders.

Nava Limited constructed a waiting hall at Paloncha Government Hospital and an aqueduct near Jogarao pond under its CSR initiative. MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao inaugurated both facilities and appreciated the company’s contribution towards healthcare, irrigation and farmers’ welfare in the region

Kothagudem MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao has threatened to launch a hunger strike, criticising the State government for failing to release development funds for bus stands in his constituency. He alleged that funds are being selectively allocated to constituencies represented by the Chief Minister and Ministers, while others are ignored.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s sharp criticism of the CPI during his campaign in Keralam has triggered discontent within the CPI’s Telangana unit. His remarks equating votes for CPI and LDF with support for the BJP drew strong rebuttals from CPI state secretary Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao.

CPI MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao said no funds were released for his constituency despite Ministerial approvals. He raised concerns over delays by the Finance Department and criticised diversion of debates through repeated references to Kaleshwaram.

A fierce contest has broken out within the Congress party in Kothagudem over the Agricultural Market Committee chairman post. Senior leaders and old-timers argue they deserve recognition for their loyalty and sacrifices, while newcomers and community leaders are pressing their claims.

The Kothagudem Municipal Corporation remains in suspense as the CPI has yet to decide whether to align with the Congress or the BRS for the upcoming mayoral election. With both CPI and Congress winning 22 divisions each, the hung council requires nine additional corporators to secure the mayor’s seat.

Tension gripped Paloncha in Kothagudem after a ballot box from polling station number 151 was found at the local police station following polling. News of the incident drew cadres of BRS, CPI and other parties, along with senior leaders, who demanded an explanation from the police.

The CPI and CPI(M) State units criticised the Union Budget, alleging that Telangana was ignored in allocations and project sanctions. CPI State Secretary Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao said promises made during the State’s bifurcation were not honoured, and demanded accountability from BJP MPs elected from Telangana.

At a CPI centenary event in Khammam, CPI State secretary and Kothagudem MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao criticised exploiters and authoritarians for posing as patriots while genuine fighters for rights were branded traitors. He stressed the need for unity among communists, asserting that communism was immortal and vital for society.

Land regularisation in Kothagudem and Yellandu has emerged as a key issue ahead of municipal elections, with thousands of applications pending despite repeated assurances. Residents expressed dissatisfaction with the Congress government for failing to act over the past two years.

The Communist Party of India is preparing for the closing ceremony of its centenary celebrations in Khammam on January 18. A massive public meeting, marches, flag hoisting, and cultural events will mark the occasion, with delegates from 40 countries attending

The Congress–CPI alliance in Telangana’s Kothagudem constituency is showing signs of collapse after gram panchayat elections saw both parties contesting against each other. Despite earlier commitments, Congress supporters filed nominations in CPI strongholds and even allied with the BJP in some panchayats.

Left parties held a protest in Hyderabad alleging that fake encounters were taking place under Operation Kagaar. They demanded that the government stop such actions, ensure accountability, and order transparent investigations while stressing the need to protect democratic rights and legal procedures.

The proposed widening of the Kothagudem–Yellandu bypass road remains stalled, despite letters from the local MLA and civic appeals. Residents continue to suffer due to traffic congestion, poor road conditions, health risks, and frequent accidents amid complete administrative inaction

Congress workers in Kothagudem are increasingly unhappy with CPI MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao, alleging mistreatment and exclusion from programmes. Tensions have grown, with Congress leaders claiming the CPI is distancing itself from the alliance and asserting dominance in the constituency.

Congress and CPI, alliance partners in the 2023 Assembly polls, are now competing for the KUDA chairman post in Kothagudem. With local body elections approaching, the dispute is intensifying, with internal Congress factions also lobbying for the key position

The stone plaque was related to the foundation laid for the construction of a storm water drain at Gattaigudem

Says the Telangana government unable to pay salaries to employees on time, indicating the poor condition of the State treasury

Even as the GO was issued 12 days ago, the oath-taking of the Board of Trustees has not taken place till date and the process of constituting the board was put on hold