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Congress Sweeps Telangana Municipal Polls, Secures 60 Municipalities
The Congress party's strong wave continues in the Telangana municipal elections, registering a dominant performance across the state. Elections were held for a total of 2,582 wards across 116 municipalities, with the Congress securing victories in more than half of the total wards.
Here is the latest breakdown of the overall municipality results:
Election Tally Overview:
Total Municipalities: 116
Congress: 60
BRS: 12
BJP: 0
Others: 1
Hung / No Clear Majority: 34 (Note: Recovered from a text-encoding error in the original text)
Results Pending: 9
Congress Surges Toward Massive Victory in Telangana Municipal Polls; Grand Celebrations Erupt at Gandhi Bhavan
Hyderabad: A wave of jubilation has swept through Gandhi Bhavan in Hyderabad as the Congress party heads toward a landslide victory in the Telangana municipal elections. The state party headquarters is currently packed to the brim with enthusiastic leaders and party workers celebrating the decisive mandate.
Key Highlights of the Celebrations:
Festive Atmosphere: Party loyalists expressed their joy by bursting firecrackers and distributing sweets among themselves.
Resounding Slogans: The entire premises echoed with slogans praising Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, TPCC Chief Mahesh Kumar Goud, and senior leader Rahul Gandhi.
Leadership Praised: Party cadres showered praise on CM Revanth Reddy's leadership. They credited the monumental victory to the relentless hard work of both the CM and the TPCC President, while also raising slogans acknowledging the strategic guidance provided by the national leadership.
A Vote for Development: Congress leaders commented that the people of Telangana have given a clear mandate favoring development and welfare.
Foundation for the Future: Leaders emphasized that this strong performance at the municipal level lays a robust foundation for the party in upcoming elections.
Prominent Congress figures, including senior leader V. Hanumantha Rao, Mettu Sai Kumar, and Rohin Reddy, actively took part in the grand celebrations alongside numerous other party members.
Congress Sweeps All Six Municipalities in Nalgonda District
Nalgonda: The Congress party has registered a resounding victory in the Nalgonda district during the ongoing Telangana municipal elections, successfully sweeping all six municipalities.
Demonstrating widespread dominance across the district, Congress captured the municipal bodies of Chandur, Chityala, Devarakonda, Haliya, Miryalaguda, and Nandikonda.
Ward-wise Breakdown of Congress Victories:
Miryalaguda: 31 out of 48 wards
Devarakonda: 10 out of 20 wards
Haliya: 11 out of 12 wards
Nandikonda: 11 out of 12 wards
Chityala: 9 out of 12 wards
Chandur: 6 out of 10 wards
The results highlight a strong wave of support for the Congress party across both the larger and smaller civic bodies within the Nalgonda district.
Congress Sweeps Telangana Municipal Polls; BRS Trailing
Hyderabad: The Congress party has maintained a dominant lead in the ongoing Telangana municipal elections, securing victories in a vast majority of the counted municipalities.
According to the latest results released at 12:06 PM IST, the Congress has swept key constituencies across the state, including Huzurnagar, Nereducherla, Banswada, and Station Ghanpur.
The main opposition, BRS, has been restricted to limited gains, securing wins in only four municipalities so far: Gaddapotharam, Indresham, Ieeja, and Thorrur. Meanwhile, the Forward Bloc claimed victory in Vaddepally.
Four municipalities—Devarakadra, Alampur, Kohir, and Kesamudram—have delivered a fractured mandate, resulting in a hung verdict.
Cherrapunji (officially known as Sohra) in Meghalaya, India, currently holds the Guinness World Record for the highest rainfall in a single calendar month.
Record Details
The Record: In July 1861, the town recorded a staggering 9,300 mm (366 inches) of rain. While Britannica notes a minor variance of 9,296 mm, the core figure is widely accepted and verified by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
Annual Record: This period also contributed to an all-time annual record. Between August 1860 and July 1861, Cherrapunji received a total of 26,471 mm of rain.
Geographical Context The region's extreme monsoon intensity is due to its unique location on the windward side of the Khasi Hills. Here, moisture-laden winds from the Bay of Bengal are forced upward (orographic lift), causing massive precipitation. To date, no higher monthly total has been officially recorded anywhere on Earth.
CM Revanth Reddy Questions Center's Inaction on Kaleshwaram Corruption, Slams BJP and BRS
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Central government and the opposition BRS party ahead of the upcoming municipal elections, questioning the Centre's sincerity in probing the alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram lift irrigation project.
Addressing a press meet, Mr. Reddy highlighted that despite fervent rhetoric from BJP leaders, not a single person has been summoned for questioning regarding the Kaleshwaram corruption case to date. He recalled the statements made by Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, who had previously challenged the state government to hand over the case, claiming he would ensure arrests within 48 hours. The Chief Minister asked why the Centre had failed to act despite having the authority.
"What has Modi got to do with Municipal Elections?" Mr. Reddy ridiculed the BJP for seeking votes in the name of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for local municipal elections. He criticized the Central government for its lack of financial support to the state, pointing out that while Telangana contributes one rupee in taxes, it receives only 42 paise in return. He further questioned whether the Centre provided even a single rupee in extra assistance when floods devastated Hyderabad and Khammam.
The Chief Minister also took aim at the BJP's relationship with AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi. He remarked that while BJP leaders chant Lord Rama's name, they ultimately "bow down" to Asaduddin. He challenged the BJP government at the Centre to take action against Owaisi if they truly considered him a "villain," instead of using his name merely for campaign rhetoric.
"BRS Leaders Held All Posts for 10 Years" Turning his guns on the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), the Chief Minister asked what moral right the party had to ask for votes after being in power for a decade. He accused BRS leaders of holding every position from ward member to Member of Parliament for ten years but failing to deliver on key promises.
"Did they give jobs during the BRS regime?" he asked, noting that the previous government failed to issue a single new ration card or provide double-bedroom houses as promised. He also accused the BRS administration of resorting to phone tapping, alleging that they did not spare even private conversations between spouses.
Government Delivery vs. Opposition Rhetoric Highlighting his government's welfare measures, Mr. Reddy stated that they were fulfilling promises such as free bus travel for women, gas cylinders for Rs. 500, and a Rs. 500 bonus for fine rice varieties. He emphasized that government employees are now receiving their salaries on the first of every month.
Mr. Reddy contrasted this with the BRS tenure, accusing their leaders of arrogance and "looting" natural resources. He suggested that BRS leaders approached inquiries with a combative attitude, "as if going to war," rather than cooperating. He also reminded the public that the Congress government had provided 25 lakh houses between 2004 and 2014, questioning BRS's contribution in comparison
"Show Me the Houses": Revanth Dares BRS, Alleges Secret Pact Between KCR and BJP
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy turned up the heat on the opposition Sunday, delivering a blistering critique of the BRS-BJP dynamic while effectively launching his party’s municipal election campaign with a massive development pledge for the region.
In a fiery address, the Chief Minister drew a sharp line between the Congress’s welfare history and the previous administration's track record. He issued a direct challenge to the BRS leadership: if they could find villages where their promised "Double Bedroom" houses were actually delivered, only then should they ask for votes.
Reddy did not mince words regarding the previous KCR regime. He alleged that while the KCR family—specifically naming KTR, Harish Rao, and Kavitha—were busy acquiring farmhouses, the state’s poor were left behind.
"I challenge the BRS," Reddy thundered. "I ask for votes in villages where Congress delivered Indiramma houses. Do you have the guts to ask for votes only where you delivered Double Bedroom homes?"
He contrasted this with Congress’s legacy, citing the construction of 20 lakh Indiramma houses between 2004 and 2014, and announced that Phase II of the scheme would roll out immediately after April.
Turning his guns on the BJP, the Chief Minister alleged a covert nexus between the saffron party and the BRS. He accused Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy of shielding BRS leaders from scrutiny, dubbing him "Kalvakuntla Kishan Rao."
Reddy specifically questioned why central agencies were used to harass Rahul Gandhi while BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) remained untouched in the "Formula-E car race case," insinuating that the local BJP leadership was actively preventing the arrest of KCR and KTR.
Beyond the political rhetoric, the CM laid out a concrete financial roadmap for the region, acknowledging Warangal's pivotal role in the Telangana movement.
₹6,016 Crore: Allocated specifically for municipalities in the unified Warangal district.
₹17,442 Crore: Total funds released to municipalities over the last two years.
He also moved swiftly to crush rumors regarding the administrative future of the region. "Propaganda," Reddy declared, referring to claims that the Congress government plans to abolish the Bhupalpally district. He assured the public that any reorganization would happen only after public consultation, and questioned KTR's contributions to Bhupalpally during his tenure as Municipal Minister.
Urging voters to look past national figures like PM Modi—who he noted has never visited Bhupalpally—Reddy used a colorful marriage analogy to emphasize the importance of local leadership.
"Do you arrange a marriage by looking at the groom, or by looking at the wedding elder?" he asked, urging the electorate to back local candidates who would remain accessible.
Key Promises Made:
Singareni Workers: Assured protection of rights and warned against "spewing poison" regarding Medical Board issues.
Tourism Circuit: Pledged to develop a tourism corridor from Basara to Bhadrachalam, including forest resorts.
The Chief Minister concluded by emphasizing that the flow of development funds relies on the cooperation of local MLAs, urging a decisive vote for Congress candidates in the upcoming municipal polls.
"Why is Kishan Reddy Saving KCR and KTR?": CM Revanth Alleges Secret Pact Between BJP and BRS
elangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has launched a direct attack on Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, accusing him of actively protecting former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) and K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) from corruption charges.
Speaking at a public meeting in Nizamabad, the Chief Minister alleged a tacit understanding between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), questioning why central agencies have failed to act against the previous BRS regime despite glaring irregularities.
"Kalvakuntla Kishan Rao" Jibe In a sharp rebuke, CM Revanth Reddy remarked that the Union Minister has effectively transformed into "Kalvakuntla Kishan Rao," implying that his loyalties lie more with KCR’s family (the Kalvakuntlas) than with his own party or the people. He demanded to know why the BJP, which has frequently alleged corruption in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project, has not taken concrete action.
"The state government handed the Kaleshwaram investigation over to the CBI. If the BJP is sincere about fighting corruption, why have KCR and KTR not been arrested yet?" Reddy asked, asserting that Kishan Reddy is the force shielding the BRS leadership from legal consequences.
Attacks on BJP and BRS Governance Expanding his critique to the development of Nizamabad, Reddy slammed the previous BRS administration for turning the district into a "slum" over its ten-year rule. He challenged the opposition to compare the enduring quality of irrigation projects built by the Congress decades ago against the crumbling infrastructure of recent BRS projects.
He also targeted local BJP MP Dharmapuri Arvind, questioning his contribution to the constituency despite being elected twice. "If BJP leaders truly have influence with Prime Minister Modi, why haven't they managed to get Nizamabad declared a 'Smart City' or brought significant central funds to the state?" the CM asked.
Focus on Farmers and Future Shifting focus to local welfare, the Chief Minister praised the resilience of Nizamabad’s farmers, stating that the region's agricultural practices are a model for the country. He lauded the high value of local produce, noting that "Nizamabad turmeric competes with gold."
Promising to fast-track pending infrastructure projects in the district with suggestions from Mahesh Goud, Reddy expressed confidence in the Congress party’s future. He predicted victory in the upcoming municipal elections and vowed to retain power in the 2028 general elections.
Concluding his address, CM Revanth Reddy reiterated his commitment to secular governance, declaring, "I belong to everyone... I have no caste or religion."
Revanth Reddy Tears into BRS: "Uncle-Nephew Duo Partied While Nalgonda Suffered"
In a blistering campaign speech ahead of the upcoming municipal elections, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy launched an all-out offensive against the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), accusing the previous regime of moral bankruptcy, privacy violations, and deliberate negligence of the Nalgonda district.
Addressing a public gathering in Gudur (Miryalaguda mandal), the Chief Minister urged voters to reject the BRS across the 7 corporations and 116 municipalities going to polls, framing the election as a choice between Congress’s welfare record and BRS’s "atrocious" legacy.
Reddy reserved his sharpest barbs for the BRS's projection of K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) as the "Telangana Jathi Pitha" (Father of the Nation). Referring to BRS claims that a legal notice to KCR is an insult to the state itself, Reddy dismissed the equation entirely.
"He may be the father to your race or clan, but what do the people have to do with it?" Reddy questioned. He asserted that the true "Father of the Nation" for Telangana is Professor Jayashankar, who sacrificed everything for the cause. He further added that Sonia Gandhi, who granted statehood, deserves the title of "Telangana Thalli."
The Chief Minister did not hold back on the phone tapping scandal, characterizing the previous government's actions as a gross invasion of privacy. He described the surveillance of private conversations between husbands and wives as "wicked behavior."
"They didn't spare anyone—judges, opposition leaders, or even film stars," Reddy alleged. "And now, when caught committing these heinous crimes, they try to hide behind the police."
Turning to local grievances, Reddy accused the "Uncle and Nephew" (KCR and KTR) of shelving the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) project out of animosity toward Nalgonda.
"While the Uncle and Nephew partied, the project was sidelined," he charged, pointing out that eight workers had died during SLBC works. He accused the BRS of forcing Nalgonda residents to drink "poisonous water" for a decade and questioned their moral right to seek votes in the district. He pledged that the Congress government would complete the SLBC project within two years.
Contrasting Congress's governance with the BRS era, Reddy listed his administration's key deliverables:
Fine Rice: 6 kgs of 'Sanna Biyyam' distributed to 3.17 crore people.
Agriculture: A record ₹1.10 lakh crore spent on farmers, with ₹9,000 crore distributed under Rythu Bharosa.
Housing: A target of 4.5 lakh houses per constituency in the upcoming April budget.
He concluded with a direct challenge to BRS leaders KTR and Harish Rao: "If you truly care about the poor, will you distribute your farmhouses in Erravelli and Janwada to the public? Will you return the thousands of crores looted from the unemployed?"
