Rajgopal Reddy’s Praise for Uttam Kumar Reddy as Next CM Sparks Tension in Telangana Congress
Nalgonda: The Telangana Congress is facing internal strife after Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy’s recent comments about Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy potentially becoming the next Chief Minister. These remarks, made during a review meeting on irrigation projects in the erstwhile Nalgonda district on Friday, have caused a significant stir within the party’s state unit.
At the meeting, Rajgopal Reddy praised the Irrigation Minister’s capabilities, stating, “Very soon, we will all be calling him the Chief Minister. In the future, you will become the Chief Minister. I have moles on my tongue, and whatever I profess turns true. I am not saying this for fun.”
These statements have not only sparked speculation but also ignited turmoil within the Congress ranks. Rajgopal Reddy’s ambitions appear to extend beyond mere words. He has been reportedly eyeing a Cabinet berth and even hinted that the party’s high command might entrust him with the Home Ministry portfolio, currently held by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy.
This is not the first time that the issue of leadership within the Telangana Congress has come to the forefront. Earlier this year, during the Lok Sabha election campaign at Bhongir in April, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy himself commented on Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy’s potential to assume the role of Chief Minister.
Rajgopal Reddy’s remarks have thus added to the ongoing discourse within the party, raising questions about the future leadership of the Congress in Telangana. The comments have opened up discussions on the internal dynamics of the party, leading to further uncertainty and speculation as the state heads towards upcoming elections.
With political tensions simmering, the Telangana Congress now finds itself grappling with internal challenges that could impact its strategy and unity in the near future.
