BJP Targets Congress in High-Stakes Civic Battle
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy has intensified the political climate in Telangana by framing the upcoming municipal elections as a direct showdown between the BJP and the ruling Congress party. Speaking today on the final day of the “quiet period” before voting, Reddy asserted that the political landscape has shifted, claiming the BRS has lost its relevance in urban local bodies.
The Minister’s remarks come as 116 municipalities and seven municipal corporations prepare for polling tomorrow, February 11. He emphasized that the contest is no longer triangular, positioning the BJP as the only viable alternative to the Congress administration. Reddy accused the state government of failing to deliver on its “six guarantees” and urged voters to support the BJP for better urban infrastructure funded by the Centre.
In response, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy dismissed these claims, describing the BJP’s narrative as an attempt to overshadow the regional presence of the BRS. The Chief Minister countered by highlighting the state’s welfare initiatives and accusing the Union Government of withholding critical funds for Telangana’s development. He maintained that the Congress remains the dominant force capable of addressing local grievances.
Security has been tightened across the state, with over 11,000 surveillance cameras deployed to monitor the polling process. The State Election Commission has confirmed that all arrangements are in place for the 52.4 lakh eligible voters. Public meetings and processions are strictly prohibited until the conclusion of the polls, as per the established code of conduct.
This election is widely seen as a litmus test for the ruling Congress’s two-year performance and the BJP’s growing footprint in the South. With results scheduled for February 13, both parties have staked their prestige on these urban local body results, which will likely set the tone for the state’s political trajectory in 2026.
