Telangana Congress: Cabinet Status for Two Members of Same Family Sparks Questions

Hyderabad: The appointment of Gadwal Vijayalakshmi as Vice-Chairperson of the Telangana Planning Commission, along with cabinet rank, has reportedly triggered discontent among sections of the Congress party.

Party leaders are questioning the decision to grant cabinet status to two members of the same family.

Vijayalakshmi’s father, K. Keshava Rao, is already serving as a government adviser. He also holds cabinet rank.

This has led to questions within Congress circles over the latest appointment.

Questions Over Family Representation

Some Congress leaders are asking whether the party could not have chosen another senior woman leader for the position.

They point to several leaders who have worked with the Congress for years and have organisational experience.

The decision has also revived questions about the party’s approach to political appointments and family representation.

Critics are asking whether the same criteria were applied when other political families sought positions.

Questions have also been raised over Komatireddy Venkat Reddy and Komatireddy Rajagopal Reddy and why they were not given Cabinet opportunities in the state government.

Similarly, some Congress leaders have questioned why Uttam Kumar Reddy’s wife Padmavathi was not considered for a ministerial position.

Family Rule Debate Resurfaces

The issue has also brought back the debate over Congress’ approach to political families.

Some party leaders reportedly recalled the controversy surrounding Nandini, the wife of Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka, when the possibility of seeking a Khammam Lok Sabha ticket was discussed.

At that time, the family representation argument was reportedly cited as a concern.

Now, the appointment of Vijayalakshmi with cabinet rank has prompted some leaders to question whether the same principle is being applied consistently.

Questions Over KK Family’s Role

Another question being raised within party circles is the political contribution of the K. Keshava Rao family to the Congress’ electoral success.

Leaders questioning the appointment want to know whether the family played a significant role in helping the Congress secure victory in Telangana.

However, these are political questions and reflect the reported dissatisfaction of sections within the party. The Congress leadership has not indicated that the appointment violates any rule.

The development is likely to fuel further discussion over cabinet-rank appointments, internal Congress dynamics and family representation in Telangana politics.

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