After losing in municipal elections, several Congress candidates in Telangana allegedly demanded voters return money and gifts given during campaigning. Videos of such incidents went viral, drawing criticism and raising questions over poll practices and ethics
Several clashes and heated arguments were reported during municipal polling in Khammam, Warangal and nearby areas on Wednesday. Workers of various political parties accused each other and the police of bias, while residents also raised questions over government promises
Polling began peacefully across 116 municipalities and seven municipal corporations in the State, with voters queuing up early at polling stations. Over 52 lakh voters are eligible, while counting of votes is scheduled for Friday
BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress and BJP for failing to fulfil promises while campaigning in Vemulawada. He urged voters to support BRS candidates in the municipal polls to pressure the government to implement its guarantees
Congress and BJP legislators are reportedly favouring financially strong aspirants for upcoming municipal polls, asking candidates to invest lakhs to secure tickets. The trend has disappointed grassroots leaders, with many struggling to mobilise funds or reconsider their political future
Patancheru MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy said his stint with the Congress brought no benefits to him or his constituency. Speaking ahead of municipal elections, he urged supporters to work for the victory of Bharat Rashtra Samithi candidates
