Former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhara Rao recently stated that the grace period for the Revanth Reddy government is over. He warned that he would not hold back anymore. BRS supporters expected a strong comeback and major political fireworks.
However, the party has been struggling in opposition for two years. KCR is largely staying at his farmhouse while KTR’s leadership efforts have not sparked major inspiration. Hopes rose when reports claimed KCR would attend the Assembly session.
KCR did attend, but only signed the register and left. He did not stay for the session or wait for tributes to be paid to former legislators. Congress supporters mocked the move, claiming he only signed to secure his salary and avoid disqualification.
BRS leaders defended KCR, saying he would return when the main business began. Those hopes appear to have faded. KCR has now gone back to his Eravelli farmhouse after staying briefly at his Nandinagar residence. He is expected to spend New Year there.
This suggests he may not attend Assembly when it resumes on January 2. It also highlights how little even key BRS leaders seem to know about KCR’s plans. Many believe the confident claims made recently were only meant to counter the ruling Congress.
This is not the first time KCR signed the register and left immediately. Political observers say he feels Revanth Reddy is beneath his stature and wants to avoid confrontation. Ironically, such a confrontation could actually benefit BRS through sympathy.
Leaders need to shed ego for the good of their party. In Andhra Pradesh, Jagan Mohan Reddy is also avoiding Assembly after losing power. Both KCR and Jagan should recognise that the Assembly is the best platform to rebuild visibility and reconnect with the public.
