Synopsis : Ministers in the Revanth Reddy government in Telangana are seething with anger and visibly upset over the “unilateral” decision by the chief minister in deciding the local body polls schedule without consulting any of them. Many ministers are of the view that the chief minister should have consulted them on the possible implications if the government fails to fulfil its promise of increased BC reservations.

Is the issue of increased reservations for Backward Classes (BCs) turning out to be a millstone around the neck of the ruling Congress in Telangana?

The current situation suggests a repeat of the 9 December 2009 moment for the Telangana Congress. It was at the stroke of midnight on that day that the Congress central leadership announced its intent to create a separate stat

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