Targeting Congress Through Revanth Reddy? Analysts See A Deeper BJP Strategy
Targeting Congress Through Revanth Reddy? Analysts See A Deeper BJP Strategy Reported By, Last Updated: June 13, 2026, 13:57 IST Recent meetings and political exchanges
Targeting Congress Through Revanth Reddy? Analysts See A Deeper BJP Strategy Reported By, Last Updated: June 13, 2026, 13:57 IST Recent meetings and political exchanges have renewed attention on Revanth Reddy’s equation with PM Modi and his position within the Congress. Rapid Read Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. (PTI Photo) If an opposing camp is inherently weak but survives solely because of one strong leader, the first step towards defeating it is to separate that leader from the organisation. Once the pillar is removed, the structure collapses on its own, making victory easier. That is the essence of political strategy. According to several political observers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appears to be attempting a similar strategy in Telangana. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy was central not only to the Congress party’s victory in Telangana but also to sustaining the party after it came to power. Analysts believe that if a wedge can be driven between Revanth Reddy and the Congress high command, the BJP could significantly improve its prospects in the state. Recent photographs of Modi and Revanth Reddy meeting after the NITI Aayog meeting in New Delhi have only strengthened such speculation. Analysing the body language in the photographs, noted psychologist Vangeepuram Srinivasa Chary, who has more than three decades of experience in psychological analysis, told News18: “With his head slightly bowed and a firm handshake, Revanth Reddy appears to project humility, respect and confidence. Narendra Modi, smiling and reinforcing the handshake with his other hand, conveys seniority, experience and statesmanship.
Modi appears to be moderating Revanth Reddy’s adventurous political style. Such imagery poses a challenge for Congress leaders and provides encouragement to BJP workers. Modi seems to have a strong sense that Revanth Reddy is someone who can be engaged with." The photographs have also sparked intense discussion on social media, with hundreds of posts and comments suggesting that Modi and Revanth Reddy are growing closer politically. Meanwhile, the BJP has also attempted to project Revanth Reddy as being responsible for Congress Telangana in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan’s failure to secure a Rajya Sabha nomination. Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya recently claimed that information regarding issues involving Meenakshi Natarajan in Telangana had come from Congress leaders themselves. His remarks have triggered speculation, with suspicion in some quarters falling on Revanth Reddy. Political observers also point out that Modi has repeatedly made remarks that create the impression that Revanth Reddy is not entirely hostile towards the BJP. During his visit to Hyderabad in May, Modi called for the two sides to work together. Earlier, during Modi’s visit to Telangana in March 2024, Revanth Reddy had referred to the Prime Minister as an “elder brother" and sought the Centre’s support for the state’s development. As a result, every interaction between Modi and Revanth Reddy has fuelled speculation about an understanding between the two leaders. Opposition parties have gone further, alleging that the two are politically aligned. BRS national spokesperson Manne Krishank told News18: “There is little doubt that Revanth Reddy and Narendra Modi are working in ways that benefit each other politically.
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