Telangana

Amit Shah Unaware of Telangana's Political Realities: Congress MP

Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah for overstating the BJP's chances of winning in Telangana, citing recent electoral results and suggesting the minister needs to focus on state development.

4 Nov · www.thehindu.com

Amit Shah Unaware of Telangana's Political Realities: Congress MP

In a statement to the media, Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy expressed his disagreement with Union Home Minister Amit Shah's assertion that the BJP was set to triumph in Telangana. Reddy argued that Shah seemed out of touch with the political dynamics of the region and advised the BJP leadership to abandon their ambitions in the State. He highlighted the BJP's electoral performance in the 2023 Assembly elections, noting that the party had failed to secure seats in Gajwel, Siddipet, and Sircilla, yet managed to gain significant support in the same areas during the recent parliamentary polls. Reddy emphasized that instead of making grandiose claims, Amit Shah should prioritize Telangana's development and demonstrate political maturity. The comments came as Telangana gears up for upcoming legislative elections.