Senior politician and former minister T. Jeevan Reddy officially met Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) president K. Chandrashekar Rao at the latter’s Erravelli residence on Friday. The high-profile meeting marks a significant shift in the state's political landscape as the veteran leader expressed his commitment to working alongside the former Chief Minister.

Upon his arrival, Jeevan Reddy was accorded a warm welcome by BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao and several senior party functionaries. The meeting saw the presence of former ministers Koppula Eshwar, Gangula Kamalakar, and Prashanth Reddy, along with MLC L. Ramana and Korutla MLA Dr. K. Sanjay.

Emotional Exchange at Erravelli Residence

The atmosphere turned emotional as Jeevan Reddy interacted with KCR after a considerable duration. The former minister stated that his decision to align with the BRS chief was driven by a sense of divine intervention and a necessity to protect the interests of Telangana during challenging times.

"God has sent me to work with you," Jeevan Reddy told the BRS president, noting that he felt it was the right moment to reunite and collaborate for the state's welfare. He highlighted that despite a long gap in their professional association, he was eager to resume active political work under Rao's leadership.

Formal Reception and Political Deliberations

KCR welcomed the former minister by presenting him with a shawl and a bouquet, followed by a formal embrace. The meeting included discussions on regional issues, particularly focusing on the concerns of farmers and the development of the Jagtial district. This move comes amid shifting loyalties, as seen when Congress leader Jeevan Reddy joins opposition BRS to strengthen the regional front.

Following the initial discussion, the BRS chief hosted Jeevan Reddy and the accompanying delegation for lunch. The gathering included prominent leaders such as former MP Joginapally Santosh Kumar, former MLA K. Vidyasagar Rao, and former Jagtial ZP Chairperson Vasantha Suresh.

Strengthening Party Cadre in Jagtial

The entry of a seasoned leader like Jeevan Reddy is expected to bolster the BRS presence in North Telangana. Other party leaders in attendance included Gyadari Balamallu, Mareddy Srinivas Reddy, and Ragidi Laxma Reddy. The meeting concluded with discussions on the current political scenario and the party's roadmap for upcoming public outreach programs.