Key Points

KTR has called for Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's resignation following his alleged involvement in the ED's National Herald case chargesheet. He accused the BJP and Congress of colluding to protect each other from corruption probes. The BRS leader cited past scams and questioned the silence of central agencies. KTR warned of a statewide protest if no action is taken.

Key Points: KTR Demands Revanth Reddy Resign Over ED Chargesheet in National Herald Case

  • KTR demands Revanth Reddy's resignation over ED chargesheet
  • Accuses BJP-Congress of shielding each other
  • Cites corruption cases like Vote for Note scam
  • Vows statewide agitation if Centre fails to act
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KTR demands Revanth Reddy's resignation, alleges BJP-Congress nexus in Telangana

BRS leader KTR accuses Revanth Reddy of corruption, alleges BJP-Congress nexus in Telangana, and demands CM's resignation over ED chargesheet.

"If Revanth has any integrity or morality left, he must step down immediately. – KT Rama Rao"

Hyderabad, May 24

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao on Saturday demanded the resignation of Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy following the latter's alleged mention in the Enforcement Directorate (ED) chargesheet in the National Herald-Young Indian case.

Calling it an "unprecedented insult" to the people of Telangana, KTR said, "If Revanth has any integrity or morality left, he must step down immediately."

In a strongly worded statement, the BRS leader questioned the silence of BJP leaders in Telangana while their counterparts in Karnataka were attacking Congress leader DK Shivakumar over the same case.

"This exposes the unholy nexus between BJP and Congress in the state," KTR alleged.

He accused the Centre of shielding what he called a "scandal-ridden" Congress regime in Telangana. "Revanth is not a Chief Minister by mandate- he's a CM made of moneybags," KTR claimed.

The BRS leader recalled Revanth Reddy's alleged history of corruption, including the 2015 "Vote for Note" case and claims made by Congress MP Komatireddy Venkat Reddy that Revanth had paid Rs 50 crore to secure the PCC chief post.

"The ED chargesheet corroborates those very allegations," he said, citing details of alleged cash flows and quid pro quo arrangements.

"Telangana has become an ATM for the Congress High Command," KTR claimed, adding that Revanth made 44 trips to Delhi in 17 months, not for development but to "plead with BJP leaders like Amit Shah to shield him from corruption charges."

KTR accused the Congress government of plunging Telangana into a debt of Rs 1.8 lakh crore without initiating any new projects or welfare schemes. "Where is this money going?" he asked.

He also referred to multiple alleged scams under the current Congress regime -- including the Amrit tenders scam, the Valmiki funds issue, civil supplies irregularities, and land fraud at HCU -- and questioned why no probe had been launched by central agencies such as the ED and CBI.

On the ED raids at Congress Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy's residence, KTR noted, "Despite visuals showing money-counting machines, there hasn't been a single official statement."

"The BJP and Congress are hand-in-glove," KTR said, alleging Revanth was shielding BJP MPs involved in land scams while BJP leaders were in turn protecting him.

He also criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for not speaking out against Revanth. "Why is he silent on corruption in his party?" he asked, adding that the BJP's silence on Revanth's alleged role in the Young Indian case further points to a political understanding.

KTR announced that the BRS would approach the Governor to seek prosecution of the Chief Minister. "If the Centre fails to act, we will launch a statewide agitation," he warned.

Concluding his statement, KTR said, "The people of Telangana must now recognise the true face of this Congress regime -- a demonic force led by Revanth Reddy."

KTR asserted that the BRS would not remain silent and vowed to "expose the unholy alliance between Congress and BJP, and fight to safeguard Telangana's dignity and democracy."

- ANI

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rahul K.
KTR is absolutely right to demand accountability! If CM Revanth's name appears in ED chargesheet, he should step down immediately. This double standard in politics is shameful - BJP attacks Congress in Karnataka but stays silent in Telangana? 🤔 People deserve better!
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Priya M.
As a Telangana resident, I'm deeply concerned about these allegations. Whether it's BRS, Congress or BJP - corruption has become the common language of all parties. KTR's own party wasn't spotless when in power. We need systemic change, not just political mudslinging.
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Suresh T.
The way KTR is exposing the BJP-Congress nexus is commendable! 44 trips to Delhi in 17 months? That's more than 2 trips per month! Our tax money is being wasted while development takes a backseat. Telangana deserves better leadership.
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Ananya R.
While corruption allegations are serious, KTR's language seems too aggressive. Calling the government "demonic force" isn't statesmanlike. Opposition should criticize policies, not use inflammatory rhetoric. We need mature politics in Telangana.
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Vikram J.
The real victims here are common Telangana citizens! Rs 1.8 lakh crore debt with no visible development? Shocking! ED should investigate without political bias. If Congress-BJP are really colluding, it's betrayal of public mandate. 😠
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Neha P.
All parties play blame games when in opposition. Remember BRS's own corruption allegations? Instead of trusting any politician blindly, we citizens must demand transparency. RTI should be strengthened to expose all scams, regardless of ruling party.

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