Etela Rajender, a prominent figure in the Telangana elections, captured attention by contesting in two seats against KCR, the strong leader of the region. Although expected to pose a challenge, the outcome was far from what was anticipated. Surprisingly, he not only failed to challenge KCR but also lost his own stronghold, Huzurabad, to Padi Kaushik Reddy, a significant blow to his political career.
Amid rumors of his potential party switch, Etela firmly denied any plans to leave, citing a conspiracy behind these speculations. He hinted that either Congress or certain insiders within the BJP might be orchestrating these rumors. This statement reignited focus on reported internal conflicts between Etela and other BJP leaders, which had previously surfaced in the news.
While no leader openly addressed these issues, reports repeatedly surfaced about tensions between Etela and a faction of long-standing party members. Etela’s recent public acknowledgment of these conflicts has raised questions about who within the BJP might be inclined towards his exit. Despite his denial of any intention to switch parties, Etela’s comments have reignited discussions about internal strife within the BJP and speculation regarding his future within the party, casting doubt on where certain loyalties lie.