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The BJP has opposed the Congress government’s plan to merge 27 ULBs with GHMC, saying it will strain infrastructure, raise taxes and slow development. State president N Ramchander Rao alleged the move is politically motivated to benefit AIMIM and demanded its withdrawal

BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar defended the Congress government’s efforts to extend 42 percent reservations for Backward Classes, blaming BJP and BRS for obstructing the move. He said the Supreme Court’s directions prevented implementation despite the party’s commitment.

The Jana Sena Party, led by Pawan Kalyan, has extended unconditional support to the BJP in the Jubilee Hills by-election, strengthening the NDA alliance in Telangana. JSP Telangana president Shankar Goud met BJP leaders and confirmed the party’s backing.

BJP MLAs have filed a formal complaint with the Chief Electoral Officer against Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of intimidating voters in Jubilee Hills by threatening to withdraw welfare schemes. They also criticised his remarks on a Pakistan attack, calling them inflammatory and disrespectful to Indian soldiers.

BRS leader Balka Suman launched a scathing attack on Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, accusing him of ideological proximity to the RSS and covert collaboration with the BJP. He also criticised the Congress government for neglecting Dalits and fostering a climate of fear among investors.

BJP Telangana has issued show-cause notices to former MP B Venkatesh Netha and BJP Peddapalli in-charge Gomase Srinivas for reportedly clashing during a party tour. The leaders allegedly abused each other, violating organisational norms, prompting disciplinary action.

A press meet at the BJP State headquarters in Hyderabad turned chaotic when leaders of Backward Classes organisations clashed over a disagreement regarding the display of photographs. The altercation, which occurred in the presence of senior leaders including R Krishnaiah and N Ramchander Rao, escalated into a physical confrontation before being brought under control.

During a condolence visit by BJP State president N Ramchander Rao in Vemanapalli, internal bickering surfaced between leaders Dr B Venkatesh Netha and Gomasa Srinivas. The altercation went viral, exposing factional differences within the BJP’s local unit in Mancherial.

A meeting of Telangana BJP leaders at the party’s Nampally office revealed deep internal differences and lack of coordination. MPs and MLAs criticised district-level leadership and weak grassroots mobilisation. The State unit president N Ramchander Rao has proposed to set up a special committee to address the issues.

Telangana Congress MLA Bhupathi Reddy ignited a political firestorm with remarks questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s longevity and invoking Lord Rama. In a video shared by BJP leaders, Reddy is heard saying, “If Modi dies, will Rama cease to exist?”

The Telangana High Court has permitted Bathukamma celebrations at the Bhagyalakshmi temple in Charminar on September 23, subject to strict conditions. The event is restricted to women devotees, excludes VIPs, and prohibits political or inflammatory content.

The BJP in erstwhile Medak district faces a leadership crisis ahead of Telangana’s local body elections. Several leaders quit or turned inactive after recent polls, leaving the cadre demoralised. Observers say the contest will be between Congress and BRS

The Telangana High Court quashed a defamation case filed against Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy by BJP's Telangana General Secretary Kasam Venkateshwarlu. The complaint pertained to remarks made by Reddy during a 2024 Lok Sabha campaign alleging that BJP intended to amend the Constitution to abolish caste-based reservations.

BJP state president N. Ramachander Rao accused the Congress government in Telangana of deliberately delaying the implementation of the 42% quota for Backward Classes (BCs).

BRS leaders criticised the Congress and BJP for failing to ensure 42 per cent BC reservation in Telangana's local bodies. They accused both parties of using BCs for votes and warned of launching protests if the promises were not fulfilled

The visit of BJP State President N. Ramchander Rao to Mahabubnagar exposed deep internal rifts within the party’s district unit, particularly between MP D.K. Aruna and senior leader Shantha Kumar. The welcome event descended into chaos as rival supporters clashed.

BJP State president N Ramchander Rao urged the Congress to appoint Ponnam Prabhakar or Mahesh Kumar Goud as CM, while rejecting any alliance with TDP. He also slammed HYDRAA and said Congress would face electoral demolition

Telangana BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar urged BJP MPs to resign, demanding the Centre include 42 per cent BC quota in the Ninth Schedule. BJP’s N Ramchander Rao opposed the move, citing judicial review. Political debate continues over constitutional limits.

Though rivalry between the two groups has existed for some time, the Union Minister’s recent comments that the party would not encourage leaders working for individuals have reignited the tension.

Tensions between Telangana BJP MPs Etala Rajender and Bandi Sanjay came out in the open, with Rajender accusing Sanjay of conspiracy and defamation. At a meeting in Shamirpet, he vowed to fight politically and ensure tickets for his supporters in Huzurabad