One More U-turn by BRS MLA B. Krishnamohan Reddy, Meets Telangana CM

Hyderabad: BRS MLA Bandla Krishnamohan Reddy, who represents the Gadwal constituency in the undivided Mahabubnagar district, has once again shifted his political stance. On Friday, Reddy met Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and expressed his desire to continue with the Congress party. This comes just days after he announced his return to the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) following a brief stint with the Congress.

Recent Developments

Krishnamohan Reddy had quit BRS to join Congress last month. However, on Tuesday, he met BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao and declared his intention to return to the BRS. This sudden switch has left many in political circles puzzled.

On Friday, accompanied by Excise and Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao, Reddy met Chief Minister Revanth Reddy at his residence. The trio then proceeded to the Assembly session together, signaling a potential shift back to the ruling party.

Political Dynamics in Gadwal

Krishnamohan Reddy’s vacillation seems to be influenced by local political dynamics. The Gadwal constituency, part of the undivided Mahabubnagar district, holds significant political weight, as both the Chief Minister and Excise Minister hail from this region. This has added to the complexity of Reddy’s decision-making process.

Reasons Behind the U-Turn

Reddy’s initial decision to join Congress was reportedly met with resistance from some Congress leaders in his constituency. They opposed his entry, leading to dissatisfaction and uncertainty. Moreover, Reddy had convinced his supporters that joining Congress was a strategic move for the development of the Gadwal constituency. However, the lack of immediate development steps may have prompted his reconsideration.

Assurance from the Government

During his recent meeting, Excise Minister Krishna Rao assured Reddy that the government would prioritize developmental initiatives in his constituency. This assurance seems to have played a crucial role in Reddy’s decision to once again align with the ruling party.

Defections and Political Landscape

Krishnamohan Reddy is one of ten BRS MLAs who have defected to Congress since March. This trend has significantly impacted the BRS’s strength in the Assembly. The party, which initially secured 39 seats in the 119-member Assembly, now holds only 28 seats following these defections and a defeat in the Secunderabad Cantonment Assembly by-election.

Former Speaker Pocharam Srinivas Reddy, also among the defectors, hosted a dinner meeting on Wednesday. Attended by the Chief Minister, several ministers, and the defectors, this gathering aimed to reassure the defectors of a promising political future within the ruling party.

Pocharam Srinivas Reddy is the fourth MLA of the K Chandrashekar Rao-led party to join the Congress. Party legislators Tellam Venkat Rao, Danam Nagender and Kadiam Srihari had joined the Congress before the Lok Sabha polls. Pocharam Srinivas Reddy is …

The Path Ahead

With the tally of the Congress party rising to 72, the political landscape in Telangana is witnessing significant shifts. The movements of key players like Krishnamohan Reddy will continue to shape the future political narrative.

Conclusion

The frequent changes in political allegiance by BRS MLA Bandla Krishnamohan Reddy underscore the fluid and dynamic nature of Telangana’s political landscape. His recent meetings with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and assurances from Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao highlight the strategic calculations behind these shifts. As the state approaches future elections, such realignments will play a crucial role in determining the balance of power.

Krishnamohan Reddy’s journey from BRS to Congress and back reflects broader trends of political maneuvering and constituency-driven decisions, providing a glimpse into the complex world of regional politics in Telangana.