Hyderabad: BRS working president K Tarakarama Rao reached out to Telugu students at the University of Texas, Dallas, on Tuesday, promising his party’s full support for those facing legal or social hurdles in the United States. Speaking to a lively crowd, KTR reassured students that the party’s US wing would step in to offer legal help whenever needed, underscoring its commitment to protecting their interests abroad.
Drawing on his own experience as a public figure, KTR urged the students to understand American laws and cultural norms. “When you arrive here with big dreams, it’s easy to stumble if you don’t know the rules,” he said. “We want to make sure no student feels alone,” he added, acknowledging the emotional toll on families when students are forced to return home unexpectedly.
But KTR’s message went beyond just legal aid. He encouraged the students to see their time in the US as a chance to pick up skills and perspectives that could help India’s future. “Don’t just chase grades—set life goals. The world’s moving fast, and you have a role to play in India’s growth story,” he told them.
Reflecting on his father’s journey, K. Chandrashekar Rao, who once resigned from a ministerial post in his forties to fight for Telangana’s statehood, KTR reminded the students that perseverance matters. “People laughed at KCR, but he never gave up. Fourteen years later, he proved them wrong, created a new state, and earned everyone’s respect,” he said.
During a freewheeling Q&A session, KTR fielded questions about careers, social change, and the emotional challenges of studying far from home. He urged the students to think beyond well-paying jobs. “We need you to think big—start companies, bring ideas, and make a difference,” he said, highlighting the opportunities India offers for those who dare to dream.
He also expressed concern about the ongoing brain drain, urging students to consider bringing their talents back home. “Don’t let your skills just build another country,” he said. “We want to build a stronger Telangana and a stronger India—and that starts with you.”
KTR’s talk left many students feeling inspired as they weighed their own ambitions against their responsibility to their homeland. The session ended on a hopeful note, with plenty of students expressing gratitude for the support and a renewed sense of purpose.