K Kavitha’s “Taliban” Remark Against Revanth Reddy Triggers Political Row In Telangana
K Kavitha’s remark on Revanth Reddy triggers political controversy
Telangana Rakshana Sena chief K Kavitha has launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, alleging that his government’s school rationalisation plan could severely impact access to education in the state and comparing his approach to authoritarian regimes. Kavitha criticised the state government’s reported decision to reduce the number of schools in Telangana from around 27,000 to 4,000. She argued that the move would centralise education infrastructure and potentially push rural families towards private institutions, raising concerns over affordability and accessibility.
She also questioned the government’s clarity on the future of more than 3 lakh students currently enrolled in the affected schools. According to Kavitha, the proposal could disproportionately affect vulnerable groups, particularly girls in rural areas. She claimed that limiting the number of government schools would make education less accessible and widen existing inequalities. “This is going to impact the girl child adversely,” she said while addressing the issue.
In a controversial remark, Kavitha accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of drawing inspiration from authoritarian figures, stating, “The Chief Minister isn't Hitler, he is Taliban, too,” linking her criticism to concerns over educational restrictions and policy direction. Her comments have intensified the political debate surrounding the school restructuring plan in Telangana.
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The reference to Adolf Hitler stems from earlier remarks made by Revanth Reddy at a public event, where he reportedly compared the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) to terminology associated with the Nazi regime. He later clarified that the name was inspired by popular references, though HYDRAA itself is a state agency formed in July 2024 to tackle encroachments on government property such as lakes and public assets. HYDRAA has since carried out multiple demolition drives targeting alleged illegal constructions, triggering strong reactions from opposition parties.
The Bharatiya Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has repeatedly criticised the agency, with senior leaders accusing the government of authoritarian tendencies. BRS Working President K T Rama Rao also weighed in on the controversy, posting on social media that the Chief Minister’s remarks effectively confirmed the opposition’s concerns. Former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao has earlier stated that a future BRS government would move to scrap HYDRAA, further escalating the political confrontation in the state.
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