Congress Leader Jagga Reddy Defends PCC Chief Mahesh Kumar Goud, Announces Wife's Candidacy
In a significant media interaction at Gandhi Bhavan on Tuesday, Telangana Congress working president T Jayaprakash Reddy, popularly known as Jagga Reddy, addressed several key political developments. He strongly defended the current party structure and shared plans for the upcoming elections and cabinet.
Support for PCC President Mahesh Kumar Goud
Jagga Reddy stated there is nothing wrong with having both the chief minister and Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) president from the same community. He emphasized that PCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud might continue in his position for some more time, dismissing suggestions for change.
Responding to comments by Komatireddy Venkat Reddy that former Sangareddy MLA should be made PCC president, Jagga Reddy clarified that those remarks were likely made in a general context. He highlighted the unity within the party, saying, "In Congress, Reddys and BCs are unitedly working for the party and state. Mahesh Kumar Goud became PCC president with the support of Reddys, and I proposed his name during the election."
He further pointed out that during the BRS regime, both the chief minister and party president were the same, yet no one from BCs or other communities questioned it, drawing a parallel to the current situation.
Cabinet Expansion and Family Politics
On the topic of cabinet expansion, Jagga Reddy expressed openness to including two brothers, Komatireddy Venkat Reddy and his brother Rajgopal Reddy, in the cabinet. He stated there would be nothing wrong with such an arrangement, indicating a pragmatic approach to political appointments.
Electoral Plans and Wife's Candidacy
In a personal announcement, Jagga Reddy revealed that he will not contest from the Sangareddy assembly constituency in the next election. Instead, his wife, Nirmal, will be the candidate. This move marks a strategic shift in his political career and family involvement in politics.
Meeting with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy
Jagga Reddy shared details of his recent interactions with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. He invited the CM to Sangareddy and requested funds for developmental works. The CM has agreed to visit on April 30 or in May, with a review meeting scheduled for April 21 to discuss the required projects.
Additionally, Jagga Reddy announced that the CM approved his request for allocating house plots to approximately 15,000 poor people in the area. Instructions have been given to the collector to implement this initiative, showcasing progress in local welfare measures.
This comprehensive update from Jagga Reddy underscores the ongoing dynamics within the Telangana Congress, focusing on leadership stability, cabinet considerations, and electoral strategies ahead of the next polls.
