The recent Situations surrounding AP opposition leader Chandrababu Naidu’s arrest and the strong stance taken by the BRS against IT employees and protestors in Hyderabad appear to have caused an unexpected backlash. Various media reports and surveys indicate a distancing of Andhra settlers, particularly a significant community, from the BRS, which has become a major concern for KTR and his party.
In an attempt to mitigate the damage, KTR swiftly took action by appearing on ABN RK’s Open Debate With RK. During the discussion, he openly acknowledged that he could have adopted a softer approach in his previous statements. He clarified his remarks regarding Naidu’s arrest, emphasizing that while he didn’t say anything wrong, the manner in which he expressed concerns about the political conflict’s impact on public life might not have been ideal.
Moreover, KTR highlighted his amicable relationship with Nara Lokesh, mentioning their regular conversations and friendly rapport. He also acknowledged Chandrababu Naidu’s positive comments about the Telangana government over the last six months and spoke optimistically about Naidu’s health, stating that Naidu could continue to be active in politics for another decade. KTR stressed that unlike in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and KCR’s government aren’t inclined towards “vendetta politics,” citing instances where the BRS refrained from using certain scandals against the opposition as a mark of their approach to governance.
This Open Debate With RK has stirred significant discussions in political circles, aimed at potentially reconnecting with voters distancing themselves from the BRS. Whether this last-minute effort will succeed in winning the votes of Andhra settlers remains a critical and challenging question, casting a significant shadow over the upcoming political landscape.