The upcoming Telangana assembly elections have captured the BJP leadership’s attention, with a notable focus on strategic planning. The BJP is apparently considering giving more positions to women in an effort to counter Kavitha and the BRS party’s emphasis on women’s reservation. The wife of BJP state president Kishan Reddy, Kavya Kishan Reddy, is rumoured to be considering running in an assembly election for the first time. She might potentially contest from either the AmberPeta or Mushirabad constituencies.
Similarly, Vijayalakshmi, the daughter of Haryana Governor Dattatreya, has expressed interest in running from Secunderabad or Sanat Nagar with BJP support. According to sources, Dattatreya has made an special appeal to the Telangana BJP leadership on this topic. However, the impending challenge of facing Telangana CM KCR in the elections poses a significant obstacle.
To address this challenge, the BJP leadership is devising an innovative strategy. Kavya Kishan Reddy’s potential candidacy for an assembly seat is being considered, which might pave the way for Kishan Reddy to opt for a Rajya Sabha seat. While opinions within the party differ, some argue that Kishan Reddy should abstain from contesting to focus on leadership responsibilities, while others believe not contesting could send unfavorable signals.
Looking ahead to post-2024, Kishan Reddy’s name is gaining traction as a potential candidate for the national president position within the BJP. Supporters posit that after JP Nadda’s retirement, Kishan Reddy might be inclined to assume a central role, with his wife’s potential candidacy serving as a component of this strategic plan. As the Telangana assembly elections draw near, the BJP’s tactical maneuvering and candidate selection will undoubtedly shape the political landscape.