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Rising Communal Tensions in Telangana Under Congress
Since the Congress government, led by Revanth Reddy, took office in Telangana, the state has seen an unexpected and disturbing rise in communal incidents, especially in areas previously marked by harmony. The BJP’s influence in fueling communal hatred seems to have increased, and the Congress-led administration appears unable to contain it, raising concerns among citizens and communities.
A Peaceful Past Disrupted
During the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS now its BRS) government under KCR (Kalvakuntla Chandrashekar Rao), the state enjoyed nearly a decade of communal stability. Areas like Medak, which had rarely seen communal clashes, are now experiencing rising tensions. This shift has led to widespread criticism from residents and opposition voices who have observed a severe erosion of law and order under Congress leadership.
BJP’s Influence and Congress’s Ineffective Response
Many attribute the spike in tensions to the BJP’s strategic attempts to sow discord, utilizing communal divides for political gain. Yet the Congress administration has done little to curb these activities or hold hate mongers accountable, leading to frustration among Telangana’s residents. Critics argue that Congress’s passive stance and failure to enact firm preventive measures have emboldened those who seek to disrupt harmony.
Public Outcry and the Need for Stronger Leadership
As violence escalates, the call for decisive governance grows. Citizens expect swift action against divisive agendas to preserve Telangana’s tradition of peace. The Congress government must take responsibility for controlling communal tensions and work actively to rebuild faith in its leadership by restoring order and unity across the state.
