Hyderabad: The spirit of the past movement was rekindled yesterday, according to K.T. Rama Rao (KTR), the working president of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS). His comments came in response to the demonstration against former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao’s (KCR) questioning by the Special Investigation Team (SIT). KTR expressed gratitude towards CM Revanth Reddy for stirring public sentiment, noting that thousands of effigies of the Chief Minister were burnt across 7,000 villages in protest.
KTR criticized the current government for its inability to govern effectively, particularly highlighting the failed arrangements for the Medaram Jatara, a significant tribal festival in the state. He remarked that the attack on a minister’s vehicle was unprecedented and indicated a breakdown of law and order under the current administration. “KCR should not have felt the need to attend the SIT inquiry yesterday, as he claims to respect the law,” KTR stated, emphasizing that KCR’s presence was not obligatory.
The BRS leader also pointed out the heavy police presence around his residence, with approximately a thousand officers deployed. He suggested that the police focus on actual law and order issues rather than surrounding political figures. He cited a recent incident of theft at an ATM in Sultan Bazaar that occurred in broad daylight, underscoring the need for police to address real security concerns.
KTR raised alarms over water theft issues at Nallamalla Sagar and called for accountability regarding the certificate issued for a site visit. He demanded clarity on the details surrounding the Singareni scandal and highlighted the need to disclose who was responsible for phone tapping allegations that have surfaced recently. “If the details of the phone tapping are made public, all truths will come to light,” he asserted.
He also claimed that a certain minister’s son was seen moving around with known criminals and criticized the transfer of CI Habibulla Khan, who filed a case against these individuals, suggesting it was an attempt to silence dissent. KTR condemned the ongoing phone tapping investigation, comparing it to a soap opera and questioning the legitimacy of the claims made by KCR during the inquiry.
In a sharp critique, he remarked that if officials believe their actions regarding phone tapping are illegal, they should seek judicial intervention rather than act as if they are above the law. KTR humorously questioned whether a police officer can suddenly assume the role of a judge, implying that such claims are unfounded.
The BRS leader also addressed the upcoming municipal elections, questioning the effectiveness of the party’s district leadership in the state. He challenged the opposition, particularly PCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud, to clarify any accusations of blackmail against the ruling party, labeling Revanth Reddy as the “brand ambassador” for blackmail.
As tensions rise within the political landscape of Telangana, KTR’s statements reflect a growing dissatisfaction with the current government and a call for accountability and transparency. The BRS continues to navigate the complexities of state politics, aiming to solidify its position ahead of crucial elections while addressing public grievances.
