Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge celebrated Congress's win in Telangana's local body polls, calling it an endorsement of their 'people-first' policies. The party secured 64 of 116 municipalities, a result hailed as a 'historic comeback'.
Top Leaders Hail 'People-First' Mandate
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Saturday thanked the people of Telangana for giving the Congress party a win in the recent state municipal corporation elections, stating that the mandate is a reflection of "people-first policies rooted in social justice, dignity, and inclusive growth."
In an 'X' post, Gandhi expressed thanks to all the Congress leaders and workers in the state, who worked hard for party's success in the elections. "The Telangana local body polls win is a clear endorsement of Congress govt's people-first policies rooted in social justice, dignity, and inclusive growth. Heartfelt thanks to every Congress karyakarta and leader. This victory belongs to you and to the people of Telangana. Our vision of a Prajala Telangana - where progress reaches every family remains unwavering," Rahul Gandhi said.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge also expressed happiness over party's success in Telangana local body polls, asserting that the mandate reflects the trust of the people. "My gratitude to the committed grassroots workers of Telangana Congress for their commendable victory in the Telangana local body elections. This mandate reflects the trust of the people. The Congress government remains resolute to our solemn affirmation of a "Prajala Telangana" - a state where social justice, economic empowerment, and continuous progress are assured for all its 3.8 crore people," said the 'X' post.
On Wednesday, elections were held in seven Municipal Corporations and 116 Municipalities across the state, covering 414 wards in the Corporations of Kothagudem, Karimnagar, Mahabubnagar, Mancherial, Nizamabad, Nalgonda and Ramagundam, and 2,582 wards in the 116 municipalities.
'From Disappointment to Dominance': A Historic Comeback
Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Saturday welcomed the party's performance in the Telangana Municipal Elections, saying the results signal a clear mandate and a genuine comeback for the Congress.
In a post on X, Tagore compared the outcome with the party's 2020 showing and described the turnaround as a journey "from disappointment to dominance." He recalled Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's assurance after the 2020 setback that the Congress would rise again with public support, adding that the promise has now been fulfilled. "Telangana Municipal Elections - A Historic Comeback! From disappointment to dominance -- that's the journey of Congress in Telangana. I still remember what Revanth bhai said after the 2020 setback. He promised that Congress would rise again with the blessings of the people -- and today, that promise stands fulfilled. The comeback is real. The mandate is clear. Telangana has chosen development, stability, and Congress once again," Tagore said.
Victory Attributed to Leadership and Grassroots Efforts
He attributed the victory to the leadership of Revanth Reddy, the coordination of the Congress state chief, Bomma Mahesh Kumar Goud, and other ministers, and the sustained efforts of grassroots workers who stood firm during difficult times. Tagore said the result was not just an electoral success but a reaffirmation of public faith in progressive and inclusive governance.
"This remarkable victory reflects the strong leadership of Revanth bhai, the effective coordination of Maheshji and fellow ministers, and above all, the tireless efforts of every grassroots Congress worker who stood firm during tough times. This is not just an electoral win -- it is the people of Telangana reaffirming their faith in progressive governance and inclusive development. It is a tribute to Telangana Thalli and a step closer to the dream envisioned by Sonia Gandhi for a progressive, people-centric Telangana," he added.
Telangana Municipal Election Results: Final Tally
According to Tagore, in the final results across 116 municipalities in Telangana, the Congress secured control of 64, while the BRS won 15. As many as 36 municipalities saw a hung verdict, and one went to the opposition, with the BJP failing to win any municipality.
In the ward-wise results, Congress emerged ahead with 1,346 wards, followed by BRS with 723. BJP managed to win 261 wards, while other parties and independents together accounted for 252 wards. (ANI)
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