Hyderabad:- As the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) swiftly name their candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Congress finds itself embroiled in internal disputes, delaying the announcement of candidates for eight crucial constituencies in Telangana.
Internal bickering and criticism over the perceived lack of social justice in ticket allotment, especially towards turncoats, have left the Congress grappling with dissent from various quarters. Notably, the delay in filling nominated posts has further exacerbated tensions within the party.
Among the constituencies still awaiting candidate announcements are Khammam, Nizamabad, Karimnagar, Adilabad, Warangal, Bhongir, Medak, and Hyderabad. Of the five candidates unveiled so far, objections have been raised over the prominence given to recent entrants, particularly those from the BRS.
Leaders within the Congress have voiced concerns over the allocation of tickets to turncoats and the perceived favoritism towards certain families within the party. Criticism from groups like the MRPS and the Telangana Muslims Joint Action Committee has underscored the need for broader representation and fairness in candidate selection.
Amidst these challenges, the CPI state unit is pressing for at least one seat under the alliance, with hopes pinned on securing the Bhongir constituency. Despite stiff competition among Congress leaders, efforts are underway to strike a balance by nominating candidates from diverse communities across the state.
Of the 17 constituencies in Telangana, three are reserved for SC, two for ST, and the remainder for General categories. As speculation swirls regarding potential candidates, figures like Mynampally Hanumanth Rao and Neelam Madhu emerge as contenders, reflecting the party’s deliberation over community representation.
The All India Congress Committee (AICC) is slated to convene a crucial meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday to finalize candidates. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is expected to travel to New Delhi to participate in the deliberations, underscoring the significance of resolving internal conflicts ahead of the elections.
