Ticket distribution for the upcoming municipal elections has triggered intense unrest within the Jagtial Congress unit. Aspirants are pressuring party leadership to secure nominations at any cost. Amid this tension, internal divisions have once again surfaced, putting former MLA Jeevan Reddy and sitting MLA Sanjay on opposing sides.
The controversy erupted after the party announced municipal ticket allocations. Jeevan Reddy’s supporters alleged that the sitting MLA’s faction received a disproportionate share of tickets. According to them, out of 50 municipal seats, Sanjay’s group secured 30 tickets, while Jeevan Reddy’s camp received only 20. This imbalance sparked sharp resentment within the party ranks.
Protests Erupt at Jeevan Reddy’s Residence
Anger spilt onto the streets as Congress leaders and workers gathered in large numbers at Jeevan Reddy’s residence. Protesters raised slogans and openly targeted MLA Sanjay with harsh criticism. Several videos from the protest quickly spread across social media, intensifying the political storm in the district.
Party insiders say the rivalry between Jeevan Reddy and Sanjay has remained unresolved for years. Jeevan Reddy reportedly opposed Sanjay’s entry into the Congress from the beginning. That long-standing friction has now resurfaced at a sensitive moment in the election process.
Nomination Withdrawal Deadline Adds Pressure
With today marking the final deadline for nomination withdrawals, tensions escalated further. From early morning, Jeevan Reddy’s supporters voiced strong objections and warned of intensified protests. Some even threatened to lay siege to Sanjay’s residence if their demands were ignored.
Police Security Tightened Amid Rising Tensions
In response to the escalating situation, police authorities increased security at MLA Sanjay’s residence and camp office. Officials remain alert as party leaders attempt damage control to prevent the internal conflict from affecting the Congress campaign in Jagtial.
As the municipal elections approach, all eyes are now on how the party leadership will manage this internal crisis and restore unity.
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