Telangana Congress faces internal rift over appointments and Konda Surekha

The Telangana Congress party is facing internal friction following the removal of Konda Surekha from the state cabinet and recent appointments to the state Planning Commission.

Discontent has emerged regarding the selection of Gundu Sudharani as Chairman and Gadewal Vijayalakshmi as Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission. Some party leaders have questioned the decision to grant cabinet-rank status to these appointees, specifically noting that Vijayalakshmi’s father already serves as a government adviser. Critics within the party have raised concerns over the political experience of the appointees and the perceived lack of recognition for long-standing party workers.

Simultaneously, speculation has surfaced regarding Konda Surekha’s political future. While she has publicly stated her intention to remain an MLA with the Congress, social media rumors suggest a potential move to the YSR Congress. However, analysts note that her previous political difficulties following associations with the YSR Congress make such a transition unlikely.