Hyderabad, Nov.11 (NSS): Tensions are rising within the Bharatiya Janata Party’s Telangana unit over the allocation of MLC tickets, with several leaders pressuring the party leadership to honour prior promises made during the Lok Sabha elections.
Allegations have surfaced that certain party leaders, who had financially supported the BJP with the expectation of MP tickets, are now demanding MLC tickets as compensation after being denied candidacy in the previous elections.
Sources within the party indicate that a former BJP treasurer is mediating these demands. During the Lok Sabha elections, some leaders reportedly provided land registrations and cash to secure MP tickets for seats such as Medak and Malkajgiri. Now, two prominent business figures who were involved in these transactions are lobbying for MLC tickets to recoup their prior investments.
The issue has reportedly reached the attention of BJP’s high command in New Delhi, leading to a temporary pause in ticket allocation as senior officials deliberate on the situation.
Party insiders reveal that the Delhi leadership is considering postponing ticket decisions to prevent further internal strife. The outcome remains uncertain as it is yet to be seen whether the BJP will prioritise long-time party workers, compensate those owed from the previous election, or choose new candidates entirely.
For those who invested in securing MP tickets, the coming days may reveal whether their efforts will yield the desired results.
