Congress targeting BRS leaders' legitimate assets: BJP spokesperson

Praveen Kumar, a prominent BJP spokesperson, claimed on Tuesday that Congress leaders are conducting unauthorised raids on legally-held properties belonging to BRS politicians and their associates. According to Kumar, the actions constitute a violation of due process and represent political vendetta against opposition parties. The BRS, which ruled Telangana until recently, has emerged as a significant political rival to the Congress government. Kumar did not provide specific details regarding the properties or timeline of the alleged seizures, but characterised the incidents as part of a broader pattern of political intimidation. The allegations reflect escalating friction between the major political parties in Telangana ahead of state assembly proceedings. Congress officials have not immediately responded to the accusations. The claims underscore deepening political polarisation in the southern state, where electoral competition between Congress, BRS, and BJP has intensified following the state government's formation.