Congress Triumphs in Telangana: A Political Transformation

The Congress party achieved a significant victory in Telangana's recent municipal elections, marking a strong endorsement of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's leadership. Securing key positions in numerous municipalities, this win poses a challenge to the opposition BRS and suggests a shifting political landscape in the region.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Hyderabad | Updated: 18-02-2026 20:07 IST | Created: 18-02-2026 20:07 IST
Congress Triumphs in Telangana: A Political Transformation
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In a major political shift, the Congress party has secured a resounding victory in Telangana's municipal elections, providing a boost to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's leadership. The party clinched mayoral roles in five municipal city bodies and emerged victorious in 89 municipalities.

This sweeping success signals a warning to the main opposition BRS and suggests a potential realignment of political forces in the region. Observers note that the BRS's influence, once buoyed by the Telangana statehood movement, has waned, while the BJP has capitalized on this, positioning itself as a formidable third force.

The election results underscore public approval of Revanth Reddy's welfare initiatives and infrastructure promises. As Hyderabad prepares for its upcoming civic body elections, political dynamics continue to evolve, with Congress gearing up to consolidate its gains amidst an increasingly competitive landscape.

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