In a recent interview, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar expressed strong criticisms regarding the performance of the state government under the leadership of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and the Congress party. He asserted that the state has been driven to a financial crisis over the past decade due to their governance, labeling it as a complete failure. Kumar emphasized that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has lost the trust of the public, comparing him to a thief whose shoes are constantly being stolen, indicating a lack of confidence in his leadership.
During the conversation, Kumar urged the citizens of the state to support the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the upcoming municipal elections. He argued that securing a BJP victory would be essential for the development of municipalities, including the Karimnagar Corporation, and for the inflow of central funds. His remarks come amid a backdrop of electoral strategies, as the BJP seeks to gain ground in local governance.
When questioned about the Chief Minister’s recent claims that the BJP would not secure a single seat in the municipalities, Kumar stated that it is disheartening to witness Revanth Reddy’s predicament. He noted that the Chief Minister appears helpless, unable to fulfill the six promises made to the public, and is struggling to manage internal conflicts among his cabinet members and legislators. Kumar also pointed towards allegations of corruption linked to the KCR family, suggesting that Reddy’s frustration stems from an inability to act against them despite having evidence.
Kumar conveyed that the public is eagerly waiting to see a shift in power, anticipating that the Congress party will soon be replaced. He accused Reddy of attempting to distract voters with empty rhetoric, asserting that the electorate is poised to reject Congress and instead support the BJP. He expressed confidence that the BJP would raise its flag in the Karimnagar Corporation, claiming that the party would capture multiple chairman positions within the parliamentary constituency.
In response to queries about the BJP’s prospects in the upcoming elections, Kumar asserted that there is a 100% certainty of success in the Karimnagar Corporation. He claimed that various surveys indicate a strong public response favoring the BJP, suggesting a significant opportunity to secure a majority of corporator and councilor positions. He characterized the competition as one-sided, with Congress and BRS vying for third place.
As the election draws near, Kumar called for voters to distinguish between candidates who engage in corruption and those who genuinely strive for integrity and development. He depicted the upcoming electoral battle as a fight between the corrupt and the honest, urging the electorate to reject those who have previously exploited their trust. He warned that supporting the current government would lead to five years of hardship, emphasizing that only the BJP could ensure continued funding and development in the state.
Reflecting on the BRS’s current standing, Kumar pointed out that the party has faced significant setbacks, losing in the 2023 assembly elections and failing to secure any parliamentary seats. He characterized the BRS as a party of the past, suggesting that even if they manage to win a few municipal seats, many of their representatives may eventually return to the Congress party.
In conclusion, Kumar reiterated his commitment to development while advocating for Hindutva, asserting that both ideals are integral to his vision for the state. He emphasized that the BJP’s focus on development is a necessary response to the failures of the previous administrations, and he plans to distribute detailed reports of his contributions to the region to clear any misconceptions among the electorate.
