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Harish Rao, senior leader of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), announced that the party would contest the upcoming Telangana elections independently, dismissing rumors of an alliance with BJP. He confidently predicted a victory with 100 seats, emphasizing the party's strong position. The statement comes amidst speculation initiated by K. Kavitha, daughter of BRS president KCR, who recently highlighted attempts to merge BRS with BJP during her legal ordeal. This move aligns with BRS's broader strategy of retaining control and challenging opposition parties on matters affecting state interests.

Key Points: Harish Rao Rules Out BRS Alliance in Telangana Elections

  • BRS contests elections without alliances in Telangana
  • Harish Rao denies BJP merger rumors linked to K. Kavitha
  • BRS confident of securing 100 seats in upcoming elections
  • BJP criticized for overlooking Telangana's developmental issues
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BRS not have alliance with any party, says Harish Rao

Harish Rao affirms BRS will contest alone, denies alliance with BJP, claims 100 seats win.

"The BRS will not have an alliance with any party. It will come to power on its own. - Harish Rao"

Hyderabad, June 2

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) will not have an alliance with any party and will contest the elections on its own, senior party leader and MLA T. Harish Rao announced on Monday.

He exuded confidence that the BRS will come back to power in Telangana with 100 seats.

In his speech at the Telangana Formation Day celebrations at BRS headquarters, Telangana Bhavan, Harish Rao said: "Some people are saying that the BRS will join hands with the BJP. The BRS will not have an alliance with any party. It will come to power on its own."

Harish Rao was apparently referring to BRS MLA K. Kavitha’s recent claim that attempts are being made in the BRS to have an alliance with the BJP.

Kavitha, who is the daughter of BRS president and former Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR), last week said that a proposal was made to merge the BRS with the BJP when she was in jail in the Delhi liquor policy case and that she strongly opposed it.

KCR, Kavitha’s brother and BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) or her cousin Harish Rao have not reacted to sensational allegations, which came close on the heels of her confidential letter to KCR getting leaked.

Apparently targeting her brother, Kavitha also made it clear that she will work under the leadership of only KCR.

Harish Rao said KCR recently made it clear that whenever elections are held, the BRS is sure to win 100 seats.

The former Irrigation Minister said that the BJP leaders were not opening their mouths on the injustice to Telangana. He asked them why they were silent on the Godavari-Banakacherla link project being taken up by Andhra Pradesh.

If the BJP MPs have any integrity, they should immediately block the project, he said. He also stated that BRS will approach the Supreme Court to stop the project to protect the state’s interests. Only the BRS can protect the interests of Telangana, he said.

Harish Rao warned the officers harassing BRS cadres that their names will be written in the 'Red Book' and they will be taught a lesson once the BRS returns to power.

He reiterated that the Congress government brought shame to Telangana with its inefficiency in conducting the Miss World beauty pageant. Referring to the allegations of inappropriate behaviour during the event by Miss England, the BRS leader demanded that the CCTV footage be made public.

Harish Rao remarked that while KCR was number one in development, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is number one in speaking lies. Disputing the claim of the Chief Minister that women were provided interest-free loans to the tune of Rs 21,000 crore, the former minister said that if the Chief Minister proves this, he will resign.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
BRS standing alone shows confidence in their grassroots support. But in today's political scenario, alliances often help. Hope they've done proper calculations before this decision 🤔 Telangana needs stable governance, not political experiments.
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Priya M.
The family feud in BRS is becoming too public! Kavitha's statements vs Harish Rao's claims... this internal conflict will only weaken the party further. Focus should be on development, not personal politics 🙏
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Suresh V.
Harish Rao is right about protecting Telangana's water rights! Andhra taking up Godavari project without proper clearance is unacceptable. BRS may have flaws but they've always stood for Telangana's interests 💪
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Ananya R.
All this talk of 100 seats sounds like overconfidence. BRS should first address internal issues and present a concrete development agenda. People want solutions for unemployment and inflation, not political rhetoric!
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Vikram J.
The 'Red Book' threat against officers is concerning. This sounds like vendetta politics. BRS should focus on winning hearts through good work, not intimidation tactics. Democracy needs healthy opposition, not threats.
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Kiran T.
As a Telangana voter, I'm tired of this blame game between parties. Whether it's BRS or Congress, we need accountability and results. The water issue is serious - hope SC intervenes quickly for farmers' sake 🌾

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