Hyderabad, August 31, 2025:
The Telangana BJP is once again caught in the web of a leadership crisis, and its new state president Ramachandra Rao is facing the same old issues. Senior leaders, including MLAs and MPs, are reportedly reluctant to accept his leadership. Even when meetings are held to discuss legislative strategies, few take them seriously. Some leaders are openly questioning how a person who has not managed to secure an MLA or MLC seat can lecture them on political strategies.
For years, the party has struggled to find a leader who commands respect across all factions. Instead, leaders often act independently, without aligning with central strategies. Although there is speculation that Bandi Sanjay is supporting Ramachandra Rao from behind the scenes, many leaders are still unwilling to rally behind him. This has left the party functioning in a fragmented manner, with little sign of unity.
During G. Kishan Reddy’s tenure as state president, the situation was no different. With his busy schedule, he could only devote weekends to party affairs, leaving local leaders without clear direction. As a result, members often pursued their own political agendas rather than following the party line. Now, despite appointing a new president, the same disinterest and lack of discipline appear to continue.
Why This Story Matters
The leadership vacuum in Telangana BJP has become a persistent hurdle in building a strong opposition against the ruling party. Grassroot workers feel frustrated that even with a new state chief, the party remains divided and lacks coordination. This ongoing disunity raises concerns about the BJP’s ability to challenge rivals in upcoming elections.
Key Highlights
- Telangana BJP’s new state president Ramachandra Rao is facing resistance from senior leaders.
- MLAs and MPs are reportedly ignoring his leadership and strategy meetings.
- Leaders question how Rao, who has not won MLA or MLC elections, can guide them.
- BJP continues to lack a unifying leader despite frequent leadership changes.
- Speculation exists that Bandi Sanjay is backing Rao, but many leaders remain unconvinced.
- During Kishan Reddy’s presidency, similar issues of weak coordination and leaderless decisions existed.
- Party cadres feel frustrated with ongoing disunity, raising doubts about BJP’s electoral strength in Telangana.