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BJP MP Revanth Reddy Faces Backlash Over 'Rich God, Poor God' Comment
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 07:33 PM
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BJP MP Revanth Reddy's remark about 'rich God, poor God' sparked criticism from opposition leaders and the Telangana government, with the BJP condemning the Telangana CM's response as absurd.
During a rally in Hyderabad, BJP Member of Parliament Revanth Reddy made a remark comparing a "rich God" with a "poor God", a statement that was quickly taken up by opposition parties and the state government. The comment was interpreted by many as a critique of the socio‑economic disparities in the state.
The Telangana Chief Minister responded to the remark, labeling it as a political provocation. His statement was met with sharp rebuke from the BJP, which described the CM’s reaction as "absurd" and a misrepresentation of the party’s stance.
The incident has reignited tensions between the central BJP leadership and the Telangana state government, with both sides accusing each other of politicising social issues for electoral gain. The BJP has called for a more measured dialogue on the topic, while the Telangana government has reiterated its commitment to addressing inequality through policy.
Observers note that the exchange reflects the broader contest between national and state-level political narratives in India, especially on issues of social justice and economic disparity.
The Telangana Chief Minister responded to the remark, labeling it as a political provocation. His statement was met with sharp rebuke from the BJP, which described the CM’s reaction as "absurd" and a misrepresentation of the party’s stance.
The incident has reignited tensions between the central BJP leadership and the Telangana state government, with both sides accusing each other of politicising social issues for electoral gain. The BJP has called for a more measured dialogue on the topic, while the Telangana government has reiterated its commitment to addressing inequality through policy.
Observers note that the exchange reflects the broader contest between national and state-level political narratives in India, especially on issues of social justice and economic disparity.