Hyderabad: A Vijayashanti ministerial berth is reportedly being considered as the Congress high command weighs changes in the Telangana Cabinet. Sources indicated that the leadership had given a green signal for a Cabinet expansion.
The reported move comes amid speculation over Konda Surekha’s possible exit from the Congress. According to the source, the high command has suggested giving a woman an opportunity in the Cabinet in place of Surekha.
Meanwhile, the political landscape within the ruling Congress was reportedly undergoing changes. The leadership was also said to be considering measures to strengthen the party amid the developments surrounding Surekha.
Sources claimed that the high command had issued certain instructions along with its approval for Cabinet expansion. The developments followed prolonged political manoeuvring in Delhi over the proposed changes.
According to the report, the high command was suggesting that the state leadership consider MLC Vijayashanti for a ministerial position. The move was reportedly aimed at strengthening the Congress in Telangana.
The proposal has gained attention as reports indicate that Surekha could leave the party soon. The source claimed that she may speak out against the Congress after her reported exit.
Vijayashanti ministerial berth linked to Congress strategy
The reported Vijayashanti ministerial berth is being viewed within the source as part of the Congress response to the emerging political situation. The party was reportedly considering her role as a way to counter Surekha’s possible political campaign after leaving Congress.
The source also claimed that three women had secured positions following prolonged discussions in Delhi. However, it did not provide details about the other two positions or identify their proposed roles.
At the same time, changes were reportedly expected in the Telangana state Cabinet. The source described a Cabinet reshuffle as increasingly likely in the near future.
The report did not provide an official confirmation from the Telangana government or Congress high command. Therefore, the reported ministerial proposal and Surekha’s possible exit remain developments attributed to sources.
The political changes are expected to influence the ruling party’s internal equations in Telangana. The source specifically linked the proposed Cabinet changes to the developments surrounding Konda Surekha and the leadership’s strategy.