Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Intensifies Congress Campaign with Aggressive New Slogan
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Monday dramatically sharpened the Congress campaign narrative in Telangana by unveiling a powerful new slogan—"Aur ek baar Congress sarkar"—while making a bold pledge to completely marginalize the Bharat Rashtra Samithi in the upcoming assembly elections. The CM declared that the Congress would not only return to power but would deny the BRS even the formal status of opposition in the legislative assembly.
Public Meeting in Bhupalpally District Sets Combative Tone
Addressing a significant public gathering in Nasturpally village within Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, following the distribution of Rythu Bharosa funds, Revanth Reddy asserted with confidence that the Congress would secure another term in Telangana. He projected that the party would win 15 Lok Sabha seats in the 2029 general elections to actively contribute to making Rahul Gandhi the Prime Minister of India.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the BRS would be so thoroughly defeated that it would not even qualify for the official opposition position, adding that Congress would return with what he described as "the highest majority in the country." This statement marks a significant escalation in the political rhetoric ahead of the crucial state elections.
Sharp Criticism Directed at BRS Leadership and Defectors
Revanth Reddy reserved particularly pointed criticism for former Jagtial MLA T Jeevan Reddy, who had joined the BRS earlier that same day in the presence of party president K Chandrasekhar Rao. Characterizing Jeevan Reddy as a 'pedda manishi' (big person), the CM accused him of building a political career entirely on betrayal and opportunism.
"He called for the end of Congress rule while promoting the concept of 'papala bhairavudu'," Revanth remarked, in an apparent reference to KCR, even as he noted that Congress had ensured the BRS lost every election since 2023. The new slogan and combative tone clearly signal that the Congress campaign in Telangana will center on both welfare delivery and direct political confrontation with the BRS leadership.
Direct Challenge to KCR's Governance Record
Turning his attention directly to BRS chief K Chandrasekhar Rao, the Chief Minister questioned the fundamental rationale behind the BRS seeking a return to power. He alleged that KCR had prioritized constructing lavish farmhouses for his family members while failing to provide promised double-bedroom housing for economically disadvantaged citizens.
Revanth further questioned whether the BRS merely sought power to secure influential positions for K T Rama Rao, T Harish Rao, and KCR's daughter, urging Congress workers to mobilize decisively to defeat what he portrayed as a dynastic political enterprise.
Detailed Critique of Jeevan Reddy's Political Trajectory
The CM provided a detailed account of Jeevan Reddy's political journey, noting that he was first elected in 1983 under former Chief Minister N T Rama Rao's leadership, only to defect within a month to join Nadendla Bhaskar Rao. He later moved to the Congress, where he was repeatedly given electoral opportunities and held several significant positions within the party structure.
Revanth criticized what he described as profound ingratitude, pointing out that the Congress had issued him the crucial B-form on 14 separate occasions and facilitated political advancement for his family members, yet he now publicly speaks against the very party that nurtured his career.
Contrasting Governance Records and Welfare Initiatives
Drawing a sharp contrast between the governance records of the Congress and the BRS, Revanth Reddy highlighted an extensive range of welfare measures implemented by his administration, including:
- Free bus travel for women across Telangana
- Comprehensive agricultural loan waivers for farmers
- Substantial subsidies on electricity bills for consumers
- Interest-free loans for various beneficiary groups
He argued forcefully that there was absolutely no justification for ending Congress rule when approximately 3.5 crore people across Telangana were benefiting directly from these progressive initiatives. The welfare delivery mechanism, according to the CM, has become a cornerstone of Congress governance in the state.
Historical Parallels and Future Confidence
Revanth recalled how previous Congress leaders D Srinivas and Y S Rajasekhara Reddy had twice successfully led the party back to power in challenging political circumstances. Drawing a direct parallel to those historical achievements, Revanth stated that, in close coordination with Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee chief B Mahesh Kumar Goud, he would replicate that success and secure another decisive mandate for the Congress party.
The public meeting in Bhupalpally district, combined with the release of Rythu Bharosa funds, served as a strategic platform to launch this aggressive new phase of Congress campaigning. With the "Aur ek baar Congress sarkar" slogan now officially unveiled, the stage is set for an intense political battle in Telangana, with Revanth Reddy positioning welfare delivery and direct confrontation with the BRS leadership as dual pillars of his electoral strategy.
