Major Setback for BRS and KCR as Six MLCs Join Congress on 5th July 2024.
Bharasa faced a significant blow as six of its Members of the Legislative Council (MLCs) defected to the Congress party, creating a political stir. The move was executed discreetly, without any fanfare or prior speculation.
List of 6 MLCs Join Congress in Telangana
In a surprising turn of events, six Bharasa MLCs switched allegiance to Congress post-midnight.
- Bhanuprasad, BRS MLC joined Congress
- Baswaraju Sarayya, BRS MLC joined Congress
- Dande Vithal, BRS MLC joined Congress
- MS Prabhakar, BRS MLC joined Congress
- Yegge Mallesham, BRS MLC joined Congress and
- Boggarapu Dayanand, BRS MLC joined Congress in the presence of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. This quiet yet strategic shift took place without any prior hint or public attention, maintaining utmost secrecy.
The Midnight Merger
The defection occurred around 1 AM when the six MLCs joined Congress, supervised by CM Revanth Reddy and state Congress in-charge Deepa Das Munshi. The leaders adorned the Congress scarves, marking their official entry into the party. These MLCs, namely Bhanuprasad, Baswaraju Sarayya, Dande Vithal, MS Prabhakar, Yegge Mallesham, and Boggarapu Dayanand, formalized their switch to Congress, causing a substantial setback for Bharasa.
The Strategic Meeting
On Thursday evening, the six defectors convened at a hotel in Hyderabad. By 11:30 PM, they moved to CM Revanth’s residence in Jubilee Hills. As soon as the Chief Minister returned from his Delhi trip, the defection ceremony commenced, attended by Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, former Minister Sudarshan Reddy, and senior Congress leader Surender Reddy. The induction of the new members into Congress was completed within minutes of the CM’s arrival from Delhi.
Previous Defections Intensify Bharasa’s Troubles
This recent defection adds to Bharasa’s woes, as six of its MLAs had previously joined Congress. These MLAs include Danam Nagender, Kadiyam Srihari, Tellam Venkatrav, Pocharam Srinivas Reddy, Sanjay Kumar, and Kale Yadayya. Additionally, Amit, son of Council Chairman Gutta Sukhender Reddy, has also aligned with Congress. Bharasa, already grappling with internal issues, now faces increased challenges with this new wave of defections.
Impact on Bharasa
The departure of six MLCs further complicates the situation for Bharasa. The party’s leadership struggles to maintain unity and morale amidst these defections. With prominent leaders and their supporters shifting to Congress, Bharasa’s political strength and influence appear to be diminishing.
Conclusion
The defection of six MLCs to Congress marks a significant shift in the political landscape, highlighting the growing influence of Congress and the internal turmoil within Bharasa. As the political dynamics continue to evolve, both parties will need to strategize effectively to manage their respective challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
