Revanth Reddy was the frontrunner for top post in the state after the party staged a stupendous victory in assembly elections by winning 64 seats in Telangana, upstaging the BRS.
Reddy began his political career with TRS in 2001-02 before joining TDP in 2008. He switched to Congress 9 yrs later. Though branded an 'outsider' earlier, he enjoys support of Gandhi family.
Ramana Reddy, who defeated both KCR and Revanth Reddy, had gained popularity with his protest against KCR's development master plan for the constituency and his work during Covid.
Meeting a political leader while counting was still in progress was in violation of the Model Code of Conduct & other relevant conduct rules, according to poll body.
In Kodangal, Revanth beat closest rival, BRS's Patnam Narendar Reddy, by over 32,000 votes. Kamareddy, the 2nd seat from where he contested, went to BJP's Katipally Venkata Rama Reddy.
Disgruntled senior state Congress leaders claim Revanth Reddy filled party panels with newcomers and left out old-timers. Singh told leaders that their issues will be resolved.
At the meeting held Saturday, issue of contention was how newcomers — most of whom have jumped ship from Telugu Desam Party, including Reddy — are being prioritised over old timers.
Shashidhar Reddy had met BJP leader Amit Shah last week & was then expelled from party. In his letter, he lashed out at senior leaders including Revanth Reddy & KC Venugopal.
Telangana Congress chief Reddy says CM K. Chandrashekar Rao has become brand ambassador for alcoholics & KTR for stars who are using drugs, amid a week-long row with the latter.
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