**Telangana Congress MP Accuses BRS of Phone Tapping Scandal**
In a significant political development, Telangana Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy has intensified the ongoing phone-tapping scandal by alleging that the former Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) government was involved in tapping the phone of K Kavitha, the daughter of former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR). Reddy further claimed that the directive for this alleged surveillance originated from her brother, KT Rama Rao (KTR), who serves as the BRS Working President. This accusation comes amid a heated political exchange between the ruling Congress party and the BRS, with allegations surfacing that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is monitoring his cabinet ministers.
Responding to these serious allegations, Kiran Kumar Reddy stated, “KTR got his own sister’s phone tapped when they were in power. How low can one go?” This statement underscores the gravity of the claims being made and the potential implications for the BRS.
**Background on the BRS**
The BRS, originally founded in 2001 as the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) by KCR, played a crucial role in the formation of the Telangana state in 2014. The party was rebranded as Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in 2022 to pursue national ambitions. The BRS held power in Telangana until its defeat by the Congress party in the 2023 Assembly elections. KTR is widely regarded as KCR’s political heir, while Kavitha, a former Lok Sabha MP, currently serves in the Telangana Legislative Council. Despite their public portrayal of unity, recent reports indicate potential tensions within the family and the party.
**Political Tensions and Accusations**
The Congress party’s allegations were a direct response to KTR’s recent claims that CM Revanth Reddy had ordered surveillance on Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and other ministers. However, Vikramarka refuted these claims, stating, “I don’t believe any such thing is happening.” In retaliation, Kiran Kumar Reddy urged KTR to reflect on his own party’s history before making accusations against others, highlighting the alleged surveillance of Kavitha.
**Implications for the BRS**
The BRS is currently under scrutiny, with a Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating claims that during its administration, the Intelligence Department engaged in phone tapping of journalists, opposition leaders, and even Union ministers. The latest allegations of internal spying involving family members add another layer of controversy, potentially exposing deeper rifts within one of Telangana’s most influential political families.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, the BRS faces significant challenges that could impact its future and the dynamics of power in Telangana.
**FAQ**
**Q: What are the allegations against the BRS regarding phone tapping?**
A: Telangana Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy has alleged that the former BRS government tapped the phone of K Kavitha, with claims that the order came from her brother, KTR.
