Fresh speculation has emerged around BJP MP Etela Rajender following his recent remarks on the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and its current political standing. His comments, suggesting that the party may be seeking his return because it is “in darkness”, have revived talk of a possible political realignment.
Rajender, who was once a senior leader in the BRS and a close associate of party president K. Chandrashekar Rao, has in recent days spoken in noticeably softer terms about his former party. This change in tone has drawn attention within political circles, particularly given the circumstances under which he exited the BRS.
Background of departure and present positioning
Etela Rajender had served as a key minister in the KCR-led government before being removed over land-related allegations. He later joined the BJP and was elected to the Lok Sabha as a BJP candidate. Despite securing a parliamentary seat, there has been persistent discussion about his standing within the state unit of the BJP.
Within political circles, there is a view that Rajender has not been able to assert the same influence in Telangana BJP politics as he once did in the BRS. Comparisons with other senior BJP leaders in the state have added to this perception, keeping questions about his long-term political trajectory alive.
Huzurabad factor and internal hurdles
Any potential return to the BRS, however, is seen as complicated. In the Huzurabad constituency, Padi Kaushik Reddy, who defeated Rajender, now plays a significant role within the BRS organisation. This local dynamic is viewed as a major obstacle to any smooth reintegration.
The circumstances of Rajender’s earlier removal from the Cabinet also continue to cast a shadow. The episode was a turning point in his political career and remains a sensitive issue within the party’s leadership structure.
Political messaging under scrutiny
Rajender’s recent statements have triggered mixed responses. Referring to KCR as “our boss” while simultaneously criticising the BRS has been interpreted by some as an attempt to keep options open. Others see it as a strategy to assert relevance amid shifting political alignments.
For now, there is no formal indication of a change in party affiliation. What remains clear is that Etela Rajender’s remarks have stirred both hope and unease across party lines, placing his next political move under close watch.
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