Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy expressed his confidence on Friday that the Indian National Congress party would secure victory in all but two of the 17 Lok Sabha seats in the state during the 2029 general elections. This prediction, if realized, would significantly boost the party’s chances of forming the government at the Centre.
Addressing a gathering, Revanth further asserted that the Congress party would also win 100 assembly seats in the next election. The Chief Minister made these statements during a meeting with All India Congress Committee (AICC) president Mallikarjun Kharge, as part of the Congress’s preparations for the upcoming public rally set to take place on September 17, 2023, where the party aims to reiterate its promise to bring the Congress to power in Telangana.
These predictions come amidst a series of strategic moves by the Congress party, which has stated that it aims to win an additional 85 assembly seats beyond their current tally. The Congress’s efforts are aimed at securing majority control in the state legislature and regaining power after being ousted from office following the 2018 Telangana Assembly elections.
With the 2029 general elections still four years away, political analysts have noted that the ruling party’s confidence in its ability to secure a majority in both the Lok Sabha and state assembly seats in Telangana is noteworthy. The Congress’s plans for the next election are likely to be closely watched by rival parties and political pundits alike, as they could potentially alter the power dynamics within the state and at the national level.
In related developments, Samara Bheri, a Congress MLA from Ranga Reddy district, voiced her optimism about the party’s prospects in Telangana. In statements made to The Print, she expressed her belief that the Congress party was poised for success due to its strong roots in the state and the growing discontent among citizens with the current administration. However, her remarks were met with a more moderate response from a Kerala-based MLA speaking to The Wire, who emphasized the need for the party to work diligently towards fulfilling its promises and addressing the concerns of voters if it hopes to achieve its stated goals in 2029.
As the 2029 general elections approach, all eyes will be on the Congress party’s efforts to reclaim power in Telangana and its ability to deliver on its ambitious promises. With the state assembly election likely to take place before then, the coming months promise to be a critical period for both the Congress party and the political landscape of Telangana as a whole.
