Communal Politics Rising: Alleged use of religious divisions to influence voters.
Secularism at Risk: Election campaigns increasingly show a tilt toward religion-based politics.
Development Continues: Telangana remains stable and progresses under the leadership of CM Revanth Reddy.
Political Maneuvering: Potential attempts to undermine leadership and forge covert alliances for electoral benefit
Hyderabad, January 16 (PMI): With the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) elections approaching, it appears that some political leaders have begun exploiting communal sentiments for political gain in an attempt to heat up the atmosphere.
Political parties accused of promoting communal divisions are reportedly working to consolidate their respective vote banks, indirectly benefiting one another in the process. In today’s turbulent times, such conduct is increasingly being justified as politics.
However, this brand of politics is proving to be a major obstacle to the nation’s progress and development. Secularism, critics say, has been reduced to a mere slogan, as elections are now being fought in the name of religion. While this may not be stated openly, the tone of election campaigns and public speeches suggests otherwise.
It is important to note that Telangana remains peaceful and continues to move steadily on the path of development. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is credited with steering the state toward rapid progress. However, concerns are being voiced that efforts may be underway to weaken his position ahead of the GHMC elections. Public circles claim that attempts to create hatred between the two communities have already begun.
There is also speculation that certain political forces, allegedly sharing covert understandings, may come closer for the sake of political interests. (pressmediaofindia.com)
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