In a significant development in Telangana politics, Speaker Gaddam Prasad is set to conduct a hearing today regarding the disqualification petition against Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender. The petitions, filed by BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy and BJP MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy, seek to declare Nagender ineligible to hold office, bringing the issue of MLA defections to the forefront once again.
This hearing comes in the wake of complaints lodged by the BRS party, which alleged that a total of ten MLAs engaged in defection activities. Among those accused, eight MLAs, including Arikapudi Gandhi, Gudem Mahipal Reddy, Bandla Krishna Mohan, Prakash Goud, Tellam Venkataravu, Pocharam Srinivas Reddy, Kale Yadayya, and Sanjay, were cleared by the Speaker’s office due to insufficient evidence supporting the allegations against them.
However, two MLAs, Kadiyam Srihari and Danam Nagender, remain under scrutiny, with their petitions still pending for examination. Today’s hearing is focused solely on Danam Nagender’s petition, while Kadiyam Srihari’s petition is expected to be addressed tomorrow, according to sources close to the Speaker’s office.
As the hearing unfolds, Danam Nagender’s legal team is actively cross-examining MLA Kaushik Reddy, with plans to subsequently cross-examine MLA Aleti Maheshwar Reddy. This back-and-forth in the courtroom highlights the intricate legal battles surrounding the disqualification petitions, which have become a hot topic in the state.
The ongoing issue of MLA defections in Telangana has captured public attention, and as the hearings progress, it is evident that the matter is reaching its final stages. The outcome could have significant implications for the political landscape in Telangana, particularly for the BRS party, which is keen to maintain its integrity and hold on power amidst these challenges.
As the day unfolds, all eyes are on the Speaker’s office, where the fate of Danam Nagender and potentially Kadiyam Srihari will be determined. The proceedings are expected to shed light on the legal standards for disqualification in cases of alleged defection, setting a precedent for future political conduct in the state.
