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Revanth Reddy Faces Backlash After BJP Accused of 'Stealing Lord Ram' Comment
✍️ Moneycontrol.com
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 03:34 PM
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Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has come under fire after he said the BJP had "stolen" Lord Ram, a statement that has sparked criticism from opposition parties and religious groups.
Revanth Reddy, the Chief Minister of Telangana, made a controversial remark during a recent public event, claiming that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had "stolen" Lord Ram, a deity revered by many.
The comment was interpreted as a direct attack on the BJP, sparking immediate backlash from opposition leaders and religious organizations. Social media platforms saw a surge of criticism, with many users calling for a formal apology and demanding accountability.
So far, the ruling party has not issued an official response to the allegations, leaving the situation unresolved. The incident has added to the already tense political climate in the state.
The remark touches on sensitive religious sentiments and underscores the political rivalry between Telangana’s ruling party and the BJP, raising concerns about the potential for communal tensions.
The comment was interpreted as a direct attack on the BJP, sparking immediate backlash from opposition leaders and religious organizations. Social media platforms saw a surge of criticism, with many users calling for a formal apology and demanding accountability.
So far, the ruling party has not issued an official response to the allegations, leaving the situation unresolved. The incident has added to the already tense political climate in the state.
The remark touches on sensitive religious sentiments and underscores the political rivalry between Telangana’s ruling party and the BJP, raising concerns about the potential for communal tensions.