Hyderabad: BRS leader T. Harish Rao on Tuesday cited a KCR dignity contrast to criticise Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, accusing him of diversion politics and weak governance.
Addressing a media conference at Telangana Bhavan, he said BRS president K. Chandrasekhar Rao spoke like a statesman on Telangana issues. In contrast, he said, the Chief Minister reduced political discourse to personal attacks and theatrics.
Harish Rao also alleged that Revanth Reddy chose to speak in the same district and at the same time as KCR’s public meeting. According to him, this reflected insecurity and a narrow approach.
“KCR addressed public issues with dignity without mentioning Revanth Reddy once. However, the Chief Minister focused on reactions and allegations,” Harish Rao said.
He claimed that KCR’s speech drew nearly 36 lakh live viewers. In comparison, he said Revanth Reddy’s speech drew about 4 lakh viewers. He said this showed continued public support for KCR.
Harish Rao further alleged that the Congress government released one instalment of Rythu Bharosa only after learning about KCR’s Jagtial meeting. He said the release happened overnight due to pressure.
Harish Rao added that nearly Rs.4,000 crore remained pending. Around Rs.5,000 crore should have been released fully, he said.
Harish also referred to the Vote-for-Note case. He said the matter was scheduled for hearing in the Supreme Court on Wednesday. He alleged that lifting of the stay could lead to legal consequences for the Chief Minister.
KCR dignity contrast and Kaleshwaram project claims
Harish Rao reiterated the KCR dignity contrast while responding to criticism of the Kaleshwaram project. He said the Chief Minister had now admitted that Medigadda would be repaired and used.
He said earlier statements claimed the entire project had collapsed and funds were wasted. Now, the government acknowledged that repairs were possible, he added.
Harish Rao questioned whether issues with a few pillars meant the entire project had failed. He said the government must clarify its stand on the project.