The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), formerly known as Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS), is pulling out all the stops to revive its former glory as it marks 25 years since its formation.
Founded on April 27, 2001, by K. Chandrashekar Rao, the party was instrumental in the creation of Telangana state with Hyderabad as its capital. Now, as the primary opposition party in Telangana, the BRS is gearing up for a massive rally in Warangal to commemorate its silver jubilee.
The rally is expected to witness unprecedented mobilization of party workers, followers, and the general public, with key functionaries working tirelessly to ensure its success. KCR, the first Chief Minister of Telangana and the architect of the statehood movement, is anticipated to deliver a historic call to action against the Congress, which currently holds power in the state.
The BRS, which suffered major setbacks in the 2023 elections to the state legislative assembly and subsequent parliamentary polls, is fighting fiercely to reclaim its political space. While KCR has maintained a low profile, prominent leaders like K.T. Rama Rao, T. Harish Rao, and K. Kavitha have been leading an aggressive campaign against the Congress and BJP in Telangana.
The party aims to capitalize on the Congress government’s perceived failures, including unfulfilled promises such as pension hikes, Rythu Bandhu payments of Rs15,000 per acre, and the incomplete implementation of loan waivers for farmers. The Congress has also faced criticism for its handling of the real estate sector, which has fueled anti-incumbency sentiments.
However, the BRS is not without its own challenges, as the anti-incumbency sentiment from its two terms in power still lingers. The upcoming rally and the party’s renewed efforts will be crucial in determining whether it can regain its footing and reclaim the trust of the people.
