Telangana Polls 2023 Red Alert Constituencies loom on the horizon, the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has brought to light a list of ‘red alert’ constituencies in Hyderabad. This designation is attributed to constituencies where three or more candidates face criminal charges. In Hyderabad district alone, out of the 15 constituencies, 11 are marked as ‘red alert.’
Red Alert Constituencies in Hyderabad Lok Sabha Constituency
Within the Hyderabad Lok Sabha constituency, six out of seven assembly constituencies have been flagged as ‘red alert.’ The ADR analysis provides a detailed breakdown of these constituencies, shedding light on the number of candidates analyzed, the count of candidates with criminal cases, and the parties fielding them.
Musheerabad
- Number of candidates analyzed: 31
- Candidates with criminal cases: 8
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: BJP, INC, BSP, IND, Yuga Thulasi Party
Jubilee Hills
- Number of candidates analyzed: 19
- Candidates with criminal cases: 7
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: BJP, INC, All India Majlis-E-Ittehadul Muslimeen, BSP, IND, IND
Karwan
- Number of candidates analyzed: 18
- Candidates with criminal cases: 7
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: BJP, INC, BRS, All India Majlis-E-Ittehadul Muslimeen, BSP, IND, Yuga Thulasi Party
Khairatabad
- Number of candidates analyzed: 25
- Candidates with criminal cases: 5
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: BJP, INC, BRS, IND, Yuga Thulasi Party
Amberpet
- Number of candidates analyzed: 20
- Candidates with criminal cases: 5
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: BJP, INC, BRS, IND, Yuga Thulasi Party
Charminar
- Number of candidates analyzed: 14
- Candidates with criminal cases: 5
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: BJP, INC, BRS, Bharatha Chaitanya Yuvajana Party, Navarang Congress Party
Goshamahal
- Number of candidates analyzed: 21
- Candidates with criminal cases: 5
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: INC, All India Majlis-E-Ittehadul Muslimeen, BSP, Navarang Congress Party
Chandrayangutta
- Number of candidates analyzed: 14
- Candidates with criminal cases: 4
Malakpet
- Number of candidates analyzed: 27
- Candidates with criminal cases: 4
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: BJP, INC, All India Majlis-E-Inquilab-E-Millat, BSP
Nampally
- Number of candidates analyzed: 34
- Candidates with criminal cases: 4
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: BJP, INC, All India Majlis-E-Inquilab-E-Millat, BSP
Yakutpura
- Number of candidates analyzed: 27
- Candidates with criminal cases: 3
- Parties fielding candidates with criminal cases: BJP, IND, Majlis Bachao Tahreek
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are ‘red alert’ constituencies?
A: These are constituencies where three or more candidates have criminal cases against them.
Q: When are the Telangana Assembly polls scheduled?
A: The polls are set for November 30, 2023, with vote counting on December 3.
Q: Who secured the majority in the 2018 Telangana Assembly elections?
A: The TRS (now BRS) secured 88 out of 119 seats, marking a notable increase from the previous election.
Conclusion
As the political landscape heats up in Hyderabad, voters are urged to stay informed about the candidates in their constituencies. The ‘red alert’ status serves as a crucial indicator, emphasizing the need for transparency and awareness in the electoral process.