Telangana CM Revanth Reddy removes Konda Surekha from Cabinet with immediate effect - Deccan Herald

**Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Removes Konda Surekha from Cabinet**

Hyderabad – Chief Minister Revanth Reddy announced the immediate removal of senior Congress minister Konda Surekha from his cabinet on Tuesday, citing internal party discipline and recent controversies surrounding her conduct. The decision was conveyed through an official press release from the chief minister’s office, which also noted that the change would take effect without any interim period. In a related shake‑up, veteran politician Chinna Reddy was stripped of his position on the Telangana Planning Board, further signaling a broader restructuring within the state’s ruling coalition.

The move comes amid mounting pressure from the Congress high command, which publicly urged Surekha to resign from her ministerial portfolio earlier this week. Party leaders expressed concerns that her alleged involvement in a personal dispute with the chief minister and the ensuing media attention were undermining the government's image. Despite these calls, Surekha initially refused to step down, accusing Reddy of “political vendetta” and demanding a transparent inquiry into the allegations that prompted her dismissal.

Political analysts view the episode as a test of Revanth Reddy’s authority within the Congress‑led administration, especially as the party seeks to consolidate its foothold ahead of upcoming state elections. While some observers argue that the swift removal underscores a decisive leadership style, others warn that the internal rift could expose fissures that opposition parties may exploit. The cabinet reshuffle is expected to be finalized in the next legislative session, with new appointments yet to be announced.