March 11, 2024
3 mins read

Telangana CM questions BJP’s 400+ claim

The Telangana CM said PM Modi was trying to build a false narrative that the NDA was winning more than 400 seats in the ensuing polls….reports Asian Lite News

Questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ” Aab Ki Baar 400 Paar ” claim, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Saturday asked why the BJP is patching up with old partners and bringing new ones into its fold if it is so confident of the NDA winning over 400 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Addressing a gathering in Hyderabad, CM Reddy said, “Modi is going around the country claiming that they (BJP-led NDA) are on course to getting over 400 seats (in the Lok Sabha polls). If they are getting over 400 seats then what is the need for allying with Chandrababu Naidu (in Andhra Pradesh) and Naveen Patnaik (in Odisha)?”

While the BJP clinched a seat-sharing deal with the TDP and actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan’s Jana Sena ahead of the Lok Sabha polls and ensuing Assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh, talks are believed to be ongoing over a similar arrangement in Odisha.

The Telangana CM said PM Modi was trying to build a false narrative that the NDA was winning more than 400 seats in the ensuing polls.

“In Maharashtra, they (BJP) engineered splits in the Shiv Sena and the NCP. In Karnataka, they joined hands with HD Dewe Gowda while in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh, they patched up with Chandrababu Naidu. In Bihar, they got Nitish Kumar and the JDU back on their side while also ensuring an alliance with Apna Dal’s Anupriya Patel in Uttar Pradesh. They are also in talks with Naveen Patnaik for an alliance in Odisha. If the BJP is confident of winning 400 seats, why are they approaching Opposition leaders and parties for alliances?” Reddy questioned.

Also taking a swipe at the BJP over rising fuel and LPG prices, the Telangana CM pointed out that despite LPG being brought within the ambit of GST, prices of cooking gas have skyrocketed from Rs. 400 to Rs 1,200 over the last eight years.

“Today, the price of domestic LPG cylinders, which earlier cost Rs 400 per cylinder, has risen to Rs 1,200. The price of petrol has gone up from Rs 50 per litre to Rs 110 per litre while diesel is also priced at Rs 100 per litre, up from Rs 40 per litre. And, I need not go into the soaring rates of kitchen essentials such as salt, pulses, oil and tamarind. With prices going through the roof, would you still vote (for the BJP)?” he asked.

Earlier, on Saturday, the BJP announced an alliance with the Telugu Desam Party and the Jana Sena ahead of the general elections.

BJP national president JP Nadda said a broad consensus was reached that the TDP, Jana Sena and the BJP will contest the ensuing Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections together in Andhra Pradesh.

The TDP, which was part of the National Democratic Alliance until 2018, expressed an interest in reviving the tie-up after suffering a crushing defeat in the 2019 elections.

The state has 25 Lok Sabha and 175 Assembly seats. Elections to the Lok Sabha are expected to be held sometime between April and May.

The ruling party is eyeing a third term under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and has set a target of winning 370 seats on its own and 400 with its allies. (ANI)

ALSO READ: Didi buries Cong alliance hopes

Previous Story

‘Victory alliance’ to continue for LS polls, says Stalin

Next Story

Navigating Geoeconomic Challenges

Latest from Asia News

Border Sealed, Hopes on Hold

A Hindu family from Balochistan’s Sibi was reportedly denied entry into India after the closure of border crossing….reports Asian Lite News Pakistan and India’s decision to shut down the Wagah-Attari border crossing

Arab World Condemns Kashmir Terror Attack 

The Arab world has strongly condemned the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, with leaders from Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Iraq, Jordan, and the broader League of Arab States offering condolences

Modi’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ in Action

“The 1st tranche of 17,030 vials of Vaccines for the Immunisation of patients with Thalassemia was handed over to Nepal…reports Asian Lite News In pursuance of its commitment to Prime Minister Narendra

Wagah Busy with Exiting Visitors

After the sudden developments, at the Attari-Wagah Border, the stream of Pakistani tourists was observed seeking urgent clarity and assistance….reports Asian Lite News Following the horrific terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s

Pakistan Slams IWT Move as ‘Act of War’

Islamabad also said that India’s decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) will be considered as an “act of war”…reports Asian Lite News The high-level emergency meeting of Pakistan’s National Security
Go toTop

Don't Miss

Congress Releases Third List of Candidates for Telangana Polls

The party held its central election committee, led by party

Congress ‘hand’ stops BRS ‘car’ in Telangana

The Congress is leading on 61 seats while the BRS