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Harish Rao gives Mahesh Goud 30-day ultimatum on puja allegations
BRS leader T Harish Rao has served a legal notice to Telangana Congress chief B Mahesh Kumar Goud, giving him 30 days to prove allegations that Rao performed ‘kshudra pujas’ (petty worship)…
The Story in Brief
BRS leader T Harish Rao has served a legal notice to Telangana Congress chief B Mahesh Kumar Goud, giving him 30 days to prove allegations that Rao performed ‘kshudra pujas’ (petty worship) or face criminal and defamation suits. Speaking in Siddipet on Thursday, Rao said he would not spare those making baseless charges and accused the Congress government of diverting attention from its failures.
Mahesh Goud defended his remarks, saying he neither insulted Rao nor spread falsehoods. He dared Rao to clarify why he visited temples known for occult practices. Separately, Rao wrote to the Union Jal Shakti minister, urging withdrawal of Godavari River Management Board agenda items that seek to reopen approvals for Telangana irrigation projects. He also criticised the Congress government for neglecting Mission Bhagiratha, the flagship drinking water scheme.
The Indian Opinion
Both BRS and Congress are using allegations of occult practices to distract from real issues like irrigation and drinking water. Harish Rao’s legal threat is tough but does not address whether he actually visited those temples. Mahesh Goud’s refusal to provide evidence weakens his charge. The 30-day notice will test whether he produces proof or the matter ends up in court, a distraction Telangana does not need.
Sources (4): newindianexpress.com, newindianexpress.com (2), timesofindia.indiatimes.com, telanganatoday.com
This story was synthesised by AI from the 4 sources linked above.
Updated: this story now draws on 4 sources.
