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Hyderabad civic polls: Lotus rises in another southern state

At the end of the BJP’s extremely polarised campaign, where it went after the AIMIM over Rohingyas, Bangladeshis, Pakistanis and Afghanis and what not, the people of Hyderabad seem to have fallen for the rhetoric.

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The BJP on Friday emerged as the second-largest party in the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation elections. The party has grown from 4 wards in 2016 to 48 now. The party’s success comes at the cost of the regional Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS), which rules Telangana of which Hyderabad is the capital.

The TRS won 55 wards compared to the 99 wards won in 2016, the GHMC election is for 150 wards. The shock to the TRS comes just a week before the K. Chandrashekhar Rao government is set to complete two years in office in its second term. The TRS had grown in the state on the back of the statehood campaign for 31 districts in the erstwhile united state of Andhra Pradesh. Now, the sheen seems to be coming off if one goes by the BJP’s performance in this civic poll. Though municipal elections are no bellwether for the assembly, where larger issues are at play, the BJP has reasons to be happy at its performance.

At the end of the BJP’s extremely polarised campaign, where it went after the AIMIM over Rohingyas, Bangladeshis, Pakistanis and Afghanis and what not, the people of Hyderabad seem to have fallen for the rhetoric.

Now, the TRS is short of the numbers to claim the Mayor’s seat on its own. It needed at least 67 divisions to have its own mayor without the support of any other party, as it already has 31 ex-officio votes made up of its MPs, MLAs and MLCs. But in all probability, it will ally with its Assembly poll partner, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) which won in 44 wards.

Though the BJP unleashed its gaggle of star campaigners, to much ridicule from Asaduddin Owaisi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP chief JP Nadda and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath seem to have turned the Hyderabadis to vote for their party.

The TRS seems to have been hit by its anti-incumbency and resentment among flood-affected families due to discrepancies in relief distribution.

With this win, the BJP emerged as the biggest gainer in GHMC elections. The BJP has also increased its vote share by making a meal of the TRS and the Congress. The BJP is treating this victory as its launchpad for the Telangana Assembly election 2023. The BJP is looking to fill the political vacuum of the Congress in Telangana and make inroads into TRS-AIMIM’s stronghold with strong Hindutva rhetoric. 

The worst performer in the civic polls is the Congress which failed to improve its performance since the last polls. It had won two seats in 2016 and managed to win two this time. 

TRS working president K. T. Rao had hoped for another 25 seats in GHMC elections. He said his party lost 12-13 seats by a slim margin of 200-300 votes, which were netted by the BJP. On the other hand, Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM has emerged as the kingmaker by winning 44 wards with 10 ex-officio members in hand. 

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The BJP, however, has given a strong fight to AIMIM and much of its campaign was targeted at Owaisi and the party, the AIMIM has been able to maintain its seat share. Just like 2015, this time too AIMIM has won 44 seats in the civic polls.

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PM Modi says decline in TB incidence outcome of India’s dedication, innovation efforts

He acknowledged the dedicated healthcare workers of the Health Ministry, recognising their crucial role and commitment in the ongoing battle against tuberculosis.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that the decrease in tuberculosis (TB) incidence is a result of India’s dedicated and innovative efforts, asserting that the nation will continue to strive for a TB-free India through collective action.

His comments followed a statement from Health Minister J.P. Nadda, who highlighted that the World Health Organization (WHO) has acknowledged India’s “remarkable” progress, noting a 17.7% reduction in TB cases from 2015 to 2023—more than double the global decrease of 8.3%.

In a post on X, Modi praised the achievements by stating, “Commendable progress! The decline in TB incidence is an outcome of India’s dedicated and innovative efforts.” He reiterated the commitment to pursuing a TB-free India with a united approach.

BJP president and Union Health Minister JP Nadda also mentioned on Saturday that, “Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, our government has expanded and strengthened the National TB Elimination Programme,” mentioning initiatives like the Ni-Kshay Poshan Yojana, which provides essential nutritional support to TB patients, as well as the introduction of the BPALM regimen, a new treatment for Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis.

He acknowledged the dedicated healthcare workers of the Health Ministry, recognising their crucial role and commitment in the ongoing battle against tuberculosis.

“I also acknowledge the tireless efforts of the Health Ministry’s dedicated healthcare workers, whose unwavering commitment and hard work play a crucial role in this fight against tuberculosis,” Nadda said.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India has recorded a decline of 17.7 percent in TB incidence from 2015 to 2023. This rate is more than double the global decline of 8.3 per cent.

In a post on X on Saturday, Nadda emphasised that ṭhis acknowledgment reflects India’s transformative approach to TB care and control. He mentioned that the government has expanded and strengthened the National TB Elimination Programme by taking key initiatives such as the Ni-Kshay Poshan Yojana to provide essential nutritional support to TB patients.

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In Wayanad, Rahul Gandhi says protecting Constitution is India’s primary battle

He emphasised that such a mindset represents the kind of politics needed in India—not one of animosity but one of love and kindness.

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Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi asserted on Sunday that the primary struggle in the country today is to safeguard and preserve the Constitution. He emphasised that the Constitution was crafted not from hatred but with humility and affection.

“The primary struggle taking place is for our Constitution. The greatness and protection we enjoy stem from it,” he stated during a corner meeting in Mananthavady, part of the campaign for his sister, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, who is contesting the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll.

Rahul explained that the Constitution was not born from anger or animosity but enacted by those who battled colonial rule, endured suffering, and spent many years in prison. They created the Constitution with love and humility, he added.

The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha emphasised that this struggle represents a fight between love and hatred. “It is a fight between confidence and insecurity. To prevail in this battle, we must eliminate anger and hatred from our hearts and replace them with love, humility, and compassion,” he added.

The former Congress president also reflected on his sister’s compassionate actions, sharing a poignant memory. “She is someone who embraced the girl implicated in my father’s assassination. When she returned from meeting Nalini, she expressed her sorrow for her,” he recalled.

He emphasised that such a mindset represents the kind of politics needed in India—not one of animosity but one of love and kindness.

During her campaign, Priyanka Gandhi took the opportunity to criticise the central government, claiming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is solely serving the interests of large business magnates.

“The Modi government prioritises his wealthy friends. Its agenda does not focus on improving your quality of life, creating jobs for educated youth, or enhancing healthcare and education,” she contended.

Priyanka continued her campaign activities by engaging in public and corner meetings alongside Rahul in the hilly constituency.

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Jammu & Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah condemns grenade attack near Sunday market in Srinagar

According to reports, at least six people were injured when terrorists threw a grenade in a crowded flea market in the heart of the city.

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Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on November 3 condemned the grenade attack near a busy Sunday market in Srinagar and said there could be no justification for targeting innocent civilians.

According to reports, at least six people were injured when terrorists threw a grenade in a crowded flea market in the heart of the city. The injured have been shifted to Shri Maharaja Hari Singh Hospital (SMHS).

In a post on X, Abdullah said the last few days have been dominated by headlines of attacks and encounters in parts of the valley. “Today’s news of a grenade attack on innocent shoppers at the ‘Sunday market’ in Srinagar is deeply disturbing,” he added.

The security apparatus must do everything possible to end this spurt of attacks at the earliest so that people can go about their lives without any fear, the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister said.

The incident took place near the heavily guarded Tourist Reception Centre (TRC), occurring one day following the elimination of a top Pakistani commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) by security forces in the Khanyar locality of downtown Srinagar.

Authorities have dispatched police and paramilitary forces to the scene to evacuate the injured and initiate a search operation for the terrorists. The explosion triggered panic in the area, causing shoppers to scramble for cover.

Meanwhile, Congress leader Ravinder Sharma said that this was a conspiracy to disturb the atmosphere in the valley. Such incidents have increased ever since elections have been held and the new government has been formed, he claimed. He prayed for the well-being of those injured in the attack.

Calling for strict actions, the Congress leader said such attacks prove that the militancy is still there in the valley, adding the central government has the entire law and order and security apparatus in its hand.

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