Hyderabad: The Telangana BJP spokesperson N.V. Subash, on Thursday has strongly criticized Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and the Congress government for failing to honour the promises made during their election campaign.
Subash accused the government of misleading voters with grandiose guarantees while now citing financial constraints as an excuse.
He highlighted the Chief Minister’s admission during a review meeting yesterday that the state requires approximately Rs 22,500 crore to manage its administration effectively, while its current monthly revenue stands at just Rs 18,500 crore. The BJP questioned why such guarantees, including Rs 3,000 monthly assistance for women, were promised in the Congress manifesto despite an apparent financial shortfall.
“The Congress party’s election guarantees were deceptive and now, instead of taking responsibility, they are blaming the previous government for inheriting empty coffers,” Subash stated.
He further pointed out that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy acknowledged the challenges of paying government employees’ salaries, clearing debts, and funding welfare schemes. According to Subash, the Chief Minister admitted that:
• Rs 6,500 crore is allocated monthly for salaries and allowances.
• Rs 6,500 crore goes towards debt repayments.
• Rs 5,500 crore is utilized for welfare schemes.
The BJP criticized the Congress government for falling short of the Rs 22,500 crore required to meet these commitments, leaving a deficit of Rs 4,000 crore. “Despite these financial realities, the Congress party continues to use hollow rhetoric and false assurances, much like their counterparts in Karnataka,” Subash remarked, referencing similar challenges faced by the Congress government in that state.
Subash demanded that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy issue an unconditional public apology for failing to honour electoral promises and misleading the public. “The people of Telangana are growing increasingly frustrated, and the government will face the consequences of its actions in the days to come,” Subash warned.
The BJP reiterated its commitment to holding the government accountable and advocating for transparent governance that prioritizes the welfare of the people over political rhetoric.
