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India Gazette
4 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
'We will return to power in 3 years, KCR will be CM again,' declares KTR
Dallas [USA], June 3 (ANI): Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President K. Tarakarama Rao (KTR) claimed that the party will return to power in the state, and his father, K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), will be the Chief Minister again. Speaking at the occasion of Telangana Formation Day and BRS Silver Jubilee celebrations held at the Dr Pepper Arena (Comerica Centre) in Dallas, USA, KTR highlighted the achievements under the leadership of KCR. According to an official statement, speaking on Telangana Formation Day and remembering the struggle to statehood, KTR said, 'Many dream, but few make dreams reality. Just as you chased your dreams, in 2001, a man dreamed not for himself but for four crore Telangana people. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi and Dr B.R. Ambedkar's call to educate, organise, and agitate, and Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream,' KCR, the lone warrior, began this journey, vowing, 'Stone me to death if I abandon this movement.' 'In three years, we will return to power, and KCR will be Chief Minister again,' he added. According to an official statement, quoting the timeless adage, 'Janani Janmabhoomischa Swargadapi Gariyasi' (Mother and motherland are greater than heaven), KTR began his address, urging NRIs to excel in their fields abroad while also giving back to their motherland. He called on them to invest in Telangana, stating that the state's journey proves nothing is impossible with determination, resolve, and sincerity. KTR vividly recounted the 14-year relentless struggle led by K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR), the architect of the Telangana movement, which turned the state into India's number one in just ten years. KTR showcased how Telangana, once neglected and downtrodden due to decades of discrimination under united rule, blossomed into a prosperous, verdant, and vibrant state under KCR's governance. Addressing challenges faced by Telugu students in the U.S. due to Trump-era policies, he assured that BRS would stand by them, announcing the formation of a legal cell to support and protect them in every way. As per the official statement, Rao said, 'The same enthusiasm seen in Telangana during its decennial celebrations is palpable in Dallas today. This is not just a celebration but an occasion to honour the sacrifices of martyrs and every individual who poured their all into achieving Telangana statehood.' KTR lauded the enthusiasm of the NRIs and remembered his earlier visit to Dallas. He said, 'When we decided to celebrate Telangana Formation Day, NRIs unanimously chose Dallas. Today, seeing your enthusiasm and thousands of you gathered here, I don't feel like I'm in America--I feel like I'm in Hyderabad. In 2015, I came to Dallas seeking investments for Telangana. With confidence and faith in our future, we fulfilled our promises and achieved even more, which fills us with pride.' Lauding the governance in BRS' stint in power, he said, 'Under KCR, we seized every opportunity to make Telangana number one. We may have lagged in votes recently, but never in loving Telangana. In power or opposition, for us, Telangana is first, India is first.' 'With schemes like Rythu Bandhu and Rythu Bima, we prevented farmer suicides, setting a national example. KCR's rule turned migration into reverse migration. Today's wonders stem from KCR's vision--while others debated if Telangana would come, he planned what to do when it did,' he added. We take pride in NRIs excelling across fields in America. You carry the fragrance of Telangana's soil, shining thousands of miles away. Your talent, skill, and wisdom wave the Telangana flag high. Salutations to you--gems of Telangana, beloved children of India, and beacons of Telugu brilliance. In his speech, KTR also remembered the former Prime Minister, P.V. Narasimha Rao, saying he reshaped India's destiny and his legacy endures. On the economic front, he said, 'In 10 years, Telangana shone with riches, feeding the nation. With 2.5% of India's population, we contribute 5% to GDP--a pride for every Telugu child. From 4.5 lakh crore GSDP in 2014 to 15 lakh crore when we left power, no state matched our 238% growth. Per capita income rose from 1.12 lakh in 2013-14 to 3.56 lakh in 2023. NITI Aayog reports multidimensional poverty dropped from 13.18% in 2015-16 to 3.76% in 2023-24--a 10% reduction in eight years, unmatched in India.' 'KCR revolutionised irrigation. Kaleshwaram, the world's largest lift irrigation project, revived canals and the Sriramsagar Project. China took 16 years for the Three Gorges Dam; we built Kaleshwaram in four. It's not one barrage but three, with 19 reservoirs, 21 pump houses, 203 km of tunnels, 1,531 km of canals, and 141 TMC storage. Congress calls it a failure over two pillars--stop this propaganda, use this water bounty, we urge on behalf of farmers. Kaleshwaram lifts Godavari waters from 80m to 618m above sea level. Palamuru-Rangareddy project, 90% done, blesses south Telangana, but Congress stalls the rest 10% to deny KCR credit,' he said as per the official statement. He said, 'We topped Ease of Doing Business. Google, Amazon, Uber, Salesforce, and Apple set up their second-largest campuses in Hyderabad. IT exports rose from 57,000 crores in 2014 to 2.41 lakh crore in 2023, and IT jobs from 3.23 lakh to 9.46 lakh. We led in life sciences, too.' (ANI)
Time of India
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Party will bounce back and return to power in 3 years: KTR
Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao said the BRS would bounce back and return to power in three years, and party supremo K Chandrasekhar Rao would become chief minister again. "From ruins to the pinnacle, Telangana 's victory saga will be etched in golden letters. No party in the world has undertaken such a unique, remarkable journey. Unfazed by ups and downs, BRS, under KCR, rose like a phoenix from the ashes to reach its destiny," he said. Speaking at the grand Telangana Formation Day and BRS Silver Jubilee celebrations held at the Dr Pepper Arena (Comerica Centre) in Dallas, USA, KTR explained the achievements during the BRS regime led by KCR. He said that Telangana was the most successful start-up state in independent India's history, emphasising that no other state in the country had achieved such remarkable progress in just a decade. He began his address by urging NRIs to excel in their fields abroad while also giving back to their motherland. He called on them to invest in Telangana, stating that the state's journey proves nothing is impossible with determination, resolve, and sincerity. "Twenty-five years ago, a dream for development, self-respect, and Telangana's identity took root. The people's struggle created history. Looking at Texas, it feels like Telugu people have not two, but three states. When we decided to celebrate Telangana Formation Day, NRIs unanimously chose Dallas. Today, seeing your enthusiasm and thousands of you gathered here, I don't feel like I'm in America—I feel like I'm in Hyderabad," the working president said. Addressing the crowd of NRIs, KTR said that many dream, but few make dreams reality. "Just as you chased your dreams, in 2001, a man dreamed not for himself but for four crore Telangana people," he said. "During the Telangana movement and the decade of progress, NRIs played an unmatched role. Daughters of Telangana, though miles away, never forgot Bathukamma or their motherland, safeguarding culture and teaching Indian values to their children—my heartfelt salute to each of you," KTR stated. Talking about concerns of students regarding the recent Visa changes and other issues, KTR said BRS would strive to ease challenges for Telugu students in America. "As KCR's envoy, I promise a legal cell to stand by them," KCR told the gathered crowd.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
KTR asserts KCR will return as CM after three years
Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) working president K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) asserted that even while in opposition, Telangana's interests continue to remain the top priority for the party. 'We may have lagged in votes, but never in our love for Telangana,' he said, addressing thousands of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) during the Telangana Formation Day and BRS Silver Jubilee celebrations held at the Dr. Pepper Arena in Dallas, USA on Sunday (June 1, 2025). KTR reflected on the journey of Telangana from decades of discrimination to becoming a dynamic and rapidly developing State. Terming the State as a successful startup in independent India, he recalled the role of the BRS and its chief K. Chandrasekhar Rao in securing the decades-old dream of a separate Telangana and transforming it into a progressive State. Drawing powerful historical parallels, he compared KCR to visionaries like Mahatma Gandhi, B.R. Ambedkar, and Martin Luther King Jr. while emphasising KCR's role in leading the Telangana movement from the front. KCR made 'Mission Impossible' into 'Mission Possible', he said. KTR exuded confidence that the party will return to power in three years and KCR would become the Chief Minister of Telangana, again. The former IT Minister called on the diaspora to give back to their motherland by investing in Telangana. 'You have fulfilled your dreams on this Karmabhoomi. Now, it's time to repay your debt to your motherland,' he urged, appealing to the community to support the State's growth journey. Terming the gathering as not just a celebration, but an occasion to solemnly remember the sacrifices made by countless individuals in the Telangana movement, he said it was a reminder of 'our martyrs, our struggles, and our dreams.' The BRS leader also announced plans to establish a legal assistance cell in the U.S. to support Telugu students impacted by immigration challenges, particularly those affected by policy shifts during the Trump administration. 'Texas - the third Telugu State' When KTR declared that Telugu people have three states including Texas, the participants responded with whistles and excitement. Calling Texas the third Telugu State and Dallas 'Dallasapuram,' he sparked thunderous applause. Amid global concerns about artificial intelligence, KTR instilled confidence by stating that embracing change drives victory. The event witnessed a large turnout of Telugu-speaking NRIs from across the United States, as the atmosphere reverberated with slogans of 'Jai Telangana.' Former Ministers and senior BRS leaders were present. Participants hailed the event as the 'largest political rally on American soil by any Indian regional party'.
India Gazette
a day ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
BRS Working President KT Rama Rao celebrates Telangana Formation Day with NRIs
Texas [USA], June 2 (ANI): Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao celebrated the Telangana Formation Day and the silver jubilee of the party with NRIs at the Dr Pepper Arena in Dallas in Texas, USA. Sharing an X post, KTR said, 'A large number of Telangana NRIs, party leaders, MLAs, former ministers, former MLAs, and public representatives participated.' Addressing the event, Rao said, 'June 2nd, a 60-year dream comes true! The day when decades of ambitions, hopes, aspirations, dreams came true!' He added that it is Telangana's style to make the impossible possible and that the state has made many things possible that were thought to be impossible. 'Telangana has emerged as a leading state in no time, surpassing the big states that have been established for decades,' KTR said. The Telangana MLA, during his speech, lauded the Indian Armed Forces for avenging the terror attack on tourists at Pahalgam. He added, 'Our Slogan is 'Jai Telangana', but when we are outside the state, we are Telugus, and when we are out of the country, we are all proud Indians.' Earlier, KT Rama Rao was in London, where he participated in India Week 2025, an international forum organised by Bridge India. He delivered the keynote address on Friday, highlighting Telangana's governance model during the nine-year BRS tenure, focusing on innovation-driven development and inclusive growth. He also informed that the theme of his talk at the India Week Conference was 'Why Telangana Matters'. Meanwhile, BRS MLC and Rao's sister K Kavitha celebrated by hoisting the national flag and Telangana Jagruthi's flag at the newly inaugurated Telangana Jagruthi Office. Telangana celebrates its 11th Formation Day. The state was officially formed on 2 June 2014. Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS), now Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), chief K Chandrashekar Rao was elected as the state's first Chief Minister, following elections in which the party secured a majority. (ANI)
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
KTR lays focus on upskilling
Hyderabad: BRS working president asserted that his commitment to the development of Telangana goes beyond political power. "India First, Telangana First – this is not just a slogan, it's our policy direction to promote state's interests on global platforms," he said. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Speaking after inaugurating the Pragmatic Design Solutions Limited (PDSL) Knowledge Centre at the University of Warwick, UK, the former minister said the BRS govt transformed Hyderabad into one of India's premier automotive hubs. "Under the BRS regime, Hyderabad stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Pune and Chennai as a leading centre for the automotive industry," he said. Rama Rao credited this transformation to the party's progressive industrial policies and visionary planning. Extending his vision beyond research and development, KTR said that Telangana must aim to become the number one destination for automobile manufacturing as well. He reminded that Telangana was the first Indian state to host the prestigious Formula-E race, which underscored the state's commitment to innovation in the mobility sector. "Our govt envisioned and worked towards creating a Mobility Valley to attract global investment and build a strong automotive ecosystem," he said. The BRS leader explained how Telangana emerged as a magnet for global investments during the party's tenure in office. He recalled how global tech majors such as Google, Amazon, and Facebook established their largest campuses in Hyderabad under the BRS govt. "In just nine years, Telangana made remarkable strides in IT jobs, exports, infrastructure, and innovation. That momentum must continue," he said. KTR called upon India's youth and industries to adapt to the rapidly changing global landscape. "Our youth are proving their mettle across sectors — be it IT, life sciences, or automobiles. But to stay ahead, constant upskilling is essential," he advised. KTR urged educational institutions, companies, and govts to invest in skilling and re-skilling programmes that respond to future challenges.
