The recent political landscape in Telangana has seen the Congress party gaining momentum after its victory over the BJP in Karnataka. This surge has invigorated Congress leaders who have long fought against KCR’s ruling party. In response, KCR is adopting a strategic approach by attempting to convert his political adversaries into allies, correcting past mistakes. With limited prospects of coming to power independently at the national level, KCR aims to position the Congress party, which is grappling with internal conflicts and leadership issues, as his opposition once again.
A recent statement by PCC President Revanth Reddy advocating eight hours of free power supply for agriculture prompted agitation by the BRS party. However, the actual likelihood of the Congress party coming to power in Telangana remains uncertain, and the concerns raised by the BRS party may be rendered insignificant in the unpredictable world of politics.
Allegations of KCR manipulating the Congress party align with the claims made by BJP leaders. However, the Congress party has a distinct trait—it can only be defeated by itself. While their unity in securing victory in Karnataka was commendable, replicating the same cohesion in Telangana proves challenging.
The response of senior Congress leaders to criticisms of Revanth Reddy will be pivotal in protecting the party and its leader. Unfortunately, their reluctance and betrayal of the trust placed in them by KCR indicate a complex dynamic. Consequently, it can be assumed that KCR will continue to favor the Congress party.
The removal of Bandi Sanjay weakens the BJP’s position, while the Congress party struggles due to its resistance towards accepting Revanth Reddy’s leadership. This creates a favorable environment for KCR in the lead-up to the elections. It is evident that KCR will take precautionary measures to maintain the status quo with the two national parties in the coming months. While the BJP and Congress could pose competition if they gain momentum, KCR seems poised for a hat trick. Nevertheless, the political environment in Telangana remains uncertain.