Surekha to stay as MLA, writes to AICC alleging caste bias in her dismissal from Cabinet
Konda Surekha, recently dismissed from the Andhra Pradesh Cabinet, has accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of caste and gender bias. Despite her removal, she intends to remain in the Congress party as an MLA and continue serving her constituency.
Why it matters
The internal conflict highlights political instability and allegations of discrimination within the state's ruling party, potentially impacting local governance.
Endowments Minister Konda Surekha, who was dropped from the State Cabinet on Thursday, ruled out joining any other party and indicated that she would continue as MLA.
In response to Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy recommending her removal from the Cabinet, she said her association with the Congress will continue as an MLA. “I will serve my constituency,” she said while defending her earlier stance on her daughter’s comments.
Her clarification came amid speculation over her political future and rumours that BJP was waiting to admit her. She alleged that Chief Minister’s brothers, Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and Rajya Sabha member Vem Narender Reddy were responsible for the developments.
Ms Surekha also claimed that the AICC was not inclined to take action, but Mr. Revanth Reddy had ‘blackmailed’ them to take action.
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