Political Turmoil in Siddipet: Congress vs. BRS

BRS leader and MLA T Harish Rao's camp office in Siddipet was allegedly attacked by Congress workers who tore a banner demanding his resignation. Despite claims of vandalism by BRS leaders, the police reported no substantial damage. A case was registered and four people were taken into custody. Concurrently, the Telangana government implemented the final phase of a crop loan waiver benefiting over 4.46 lakh farmers, fulfilling a promise made by opposition leader Rahul Gandhi. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy challenged Harish Rao to resign, heightening political tensions.

Authorities in Siddipet town are investigating an incident involving alleged Congress party workers who forcibly entered BRS leader T Harish Rao's camp office and tore down a banner demanding his resignation.

While Harish Rao and BRS Working President K T Rama Rao termed the incident as vandalism, police clarified that only a banner was damaged and no significant property harm was reported. Four individuals have been detained following a complaint from BRS leaders.

In another development, the Telangana government has implemented the final phase of a crop loan waiver scheme, benefiting over 4.46 lakh farmers. This move aligns with a promise made by opposition leader Rahul Gandhi. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, while speaking at a public meeting, dared Harish Rao to resign, citing the fulfillment of this promise, further intensifying the political friction.

(With inputs from agencies.)