*Hyderabad, September 27, 2024* — The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), a party synonymous with its leader K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) for the past decade, is facing growing internal dissent following its recent loss of power. Once a powerhouse in Telangana politics, the party is now experiencing a shift in dynamics, with second-tier leaders expressing their frustration.For years, KCR and BRS were seen as inseparable, but the party’s downfall in the latest elections has altered the internal landscape. Several mid-level leaders, who played significant roles during BRS’s tenure in power, are now voicing their dissatisfaction over being sidelined while the party was in power.According to insiders, many of these leaders feel neglected, claiming that despite their efforts and contributions, they were forgotten by the party leadership during its rule. Now that BRS is no longer in power, these leaders are engaging in discussions, questioning the leadership’s priorities and expressing disappointment over the lack of recognition.“There is a sense of betrayal,” said one anonymous leader. “We stood by the party through thick and thin, but when it mattered most, we were ignored. Now that the party has lost power, it’s too late.”This internal strife, often referred to as the “new panchayat,” signals a potential challenge for KCR and the party’s top brass, as they attempt to regroup after their electoral defeat. With the party at a crossroads, how the leadership addresses this growing dissatisfaction could shape its future.Political observers are keenly watching how BRS navigates this internal crisis, as it may determine the party’s path forward in the upcoming political landscape of Telangana.