Revanth Reddy, born on November 9, 1969, in Kondareddy Palli, Mahboobnagar district, has had a dynamic political career marked by shifts between political parties and significant electoral victories. He graduated in arts from A. V. College, Osmania University, and entered politics as a member of ABVP during his student days. In 2006, he contested local body elections and was elected as a ZPTC member from Midjil mandal as an independent candidate. Subsequently, in 2007, he was elected as a Member of Legislative Council (MLC) as an independent candidate before joining the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) led by N. Chandrababu Naidu.
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Revanth Reddy’s electoral journey gained momentum when he won the Andhra Pradesh Assembly seat from Kodangal constituency in 2009 as a TDP candidate, defeating the incumbent and five-time MLA Gurunath Reddy of the Congress. He continued his success in 2014 by winning the Kodangal seat in the newly formed Telangana Assembly. However, his political trajectory took a turn in 2017 when he left the TDP and joined the Indian National Congress.
In the 2018 Telangana Assembly elections, Revanth Reddy contested from Kodangal as a Congress candidate but faced defeat against TRS candidate Patnam Narender Reddy. Despite this setback, he was appointed one of the three working presidents of Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) in September 2018, showcasing his continued prominence within the party.
Notably, in the 2019 general elections, Revanth Reddy emerged victorious in the Malkajgiri Lok Sabha constituency as a Congress candidate, defeating his TRS counterpart with a margin of 10,919 votes. His electoral prowess was further demonstrated in the 2023 Telangana Legislative Assembly elections, where he won from the Kodangal constituency but faced defeat in Kamareddy.
In June 2021, Revanth Reddy’s political journey reached a new milestone when he was appointed as the president of Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee, replacing N. Uttam Kumar Reddy. Taking on this leadership role marked a significant step for him within the Congress party.
Revanth Reddy’s personal life intertwines with political alliances, as he is married to Geetha, the niece of veteran politician Jaipal Reddy. The couple has a daughter, and their family background adds a layer of political connections to Revanth Reddy’s profile.
However, his political career has not been without controversy. In 2015, Revanth Reddy was arrested in connection with the infamous Cash for Vote Scam. The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested him during a sting operation after he was accused of bribing nominated MLA Elvis Stephenson to vote in favor of the TDP candidate in the Legislative Council election. The case led to charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act and sections of the Indian Penal Code. Despite the controversy, Revanth Reddy has continued his political journey and has remained a prominent figure in Telangana politics.
As a leader with a varied political background, Revanth Reddy stands out as a charismatic and resilient figure in Telangana politics. His ability to navigate through political shifts, electoral victories, and leadership roles positions him as a significant player in the state’s political landscape. The 2023 Telangana Assembly election results, where he secured victory in Kodangal, reinforce his standing as a formidable political force. Whether he emerges as a contender for the Chief Ministerial position will depend on the dynamics of state politics and the Congress party’s strategy in the coming years.
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