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Kharge Gives Konda Surekha Ultimatum Over Cabinet Resignation

Mallikarjun Kharge reportedly told Konda Surekha to resign from the Telangana Cabinet.

She was reportedly given until Thursday evening to do so.

If she does not resign, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy may ask the Governor to remove her.

The Indian National Congress has not officially confirmed this report.

Konda Surekha planned to speak to reporters after 3 p.m.

on Thursday.

She did not travel to Warangal as previously expected.

Reports also said that few or no followers gathered outside her residences.

Some reports suggest she might leave the Congress party after resigning as minister.

Key facts

Reported ultimatum: Konda Surekha was reportedly asked to resign by Thursday evening.
Possible consequence: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy may recommend her dismissal to the Governor.
Official confirmation: The Indian National Congress had not made an official announcement at the time of reporting.
Expected statement: Konda Surekha said she would hold a press conference after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Political possibility: Reports said she was likely to resign as minister.
Further speculation: One account suggested she might later resign from Congress party membership, potentially affecting her position as an MLA.

thehansindia.com · 1 hr ago