The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has been declared the richest regional party in India, according to the latest report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR).
For the fiscal year 2023–24, the BRS reported an annual income of ₹685 crore, driven largely by donations from Hyderabad-based companies and electoral trusts. This puts it ahead of other powerful regional players that many expected to dominate the list.
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) came fourth with an annual income of ₹285 crore, falling behind the Biju Janata Dal (BJD). Meanwhile, the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) ranked fifth, with declared earnings of ₹191 crore.
Interestingly, all three major Telugu regional parties BRS, TDP, and YSRCP secured spots in the top five richest regional parties in India, underscoring their financial clout in Indian politics.
The ADR report highlights not only the vast resources of regional parties but also stresses the need for transparency, as these funds remain under public and institutional scrutiny.
