Hyderabad: BJP Telangana president N. Ramchander Rao said BJP support Telangana formation was decisive and asserted that the state would not have come into existence without the party’s unconditional backing to the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill in Parliament.
Addressing the “Meet the Press” programme organised by the Press Club of Hyderabad on Thursday, Ramchander Rao rejected claims by the Congress and BRS regarding their role in the creation of Telangana.
He said the BJP remained committed to Telangana statehood while other political parties frequently changed their positions on the issue.
According to Ramchander Rao, the BJP’s national leadership demonstrated strong political resolve and played a key role in ensuring the passage of the Telangana Bill.
BJP support Telangana formation remained consistent
Ramchander Rao accused the Congress of adopting a dual approach on the Telangana issue.
He said BJP Members of Parliament, including Haribabu and G. Kishan Reddy, strongly supported the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Bill during parliamentary proceedings.
At the same time, he alleged that TRS MPs remained absent during a crucial phase of the debate on the legislation.
The BJP leader maintained that his party never deviated from its stand on Telangana despite facing criticism and political attacks.
Furthermore, he said the party consistently supported the aspirations of the people seeking separate statehood.
BJP support Telangana formation backed by leadership
Ramchander Rao also highlighted efforts made by BJP leaders behind the scenes during the statehood process.
He said he, along with senior advocates, met top BJP leaders in New Delhi to discuss the Bill and seek necessary amendments.
According to him, the delegation held discussions with senior leaders including Arun Jaitley and Sushma Swaraj.
Ramchander Rao said the BJP’s commitment and support proved crucial in the formation of Telangana.
He added that history would remember the party’s contribution to the creation of the state.