09-10-2025 12:00:00 AM
In a swift move to douse internal flames, Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) Chief Mahesh Kumar Goud played peacemaker, brokering a truce between Ministers Ponnam Prabhakar and Adluri Laxman Kumar. The high-stakes huddle at Goud's Narsingi residence on Wednesday morning ended with Prabhakar's heartfelt apology, signaling a definitive full stop to the brewing controversy. What started as a verbal skirmish over alleged remarks has now been relegated to the dustbin of party history, with leaders vowing unity for social justice under CM Revanth Reddy's banner. No more drama – just Congress synergy ahead.
The venue switch from Old MLA Quarters to Goud's residence in Narsingi was a clever dodge to evade media frenzy, ensuring candid talks without soundbite distractions. Joining the reconciliation were Minister Vakiti Srihari, MLAs Makkan Singh Raj Thakur, Kavvampalli Satyanarayana, AICC Secretary and ex MLA Sampath Kumar, Corporation Chairmen Eeravathri Anil, and others. This wasn't just a meeting; it was a masterclass in damage control, turning potential party rift into reinforced brotherhood.
Ponnam Prabhakar, leading the charge on remorse, didn't mince words: "As someone born and raised in the Congress party, alongside Minister Adluri Laxman Kumar, our only intent is the party's welfare – no malice whatsoever. Even though I didn't say those words, if reports caused him pain, I sincerely apologize. I have no such thoughts; that's not how I was brought up, and Congress never taught me that culture. In our fight for social justice, we set personal issues aside. Today, under Rahul Gandhi's guidance and with CM Revanth Reddy and TPCC Chief Mahesh Kumar Goud at the helm, we're battling for 42% reservations for backward classes. We'll stand united for Congress's social justice agenda. Personally, I apologize to Laxman garu – we've grown together in Karimnagar. Let there be no misconceptions."
Adluri Laxman Kumar, gracious in acceptance, struck a chord of loyalty and closure: "A normal party leader like me was elevated to the cabinet, a proud recognition for the entire Madiga community. As a loyalist, I'd never cross party lines. Ponnam Prabhakar, who's like a brother, has expressed his apology. I thank my fellow Madiga community members and Congress leaders for their solidarity. I appeal to them: Let's end this matter here and now."
TPCC Chief Mahesh Kumar Goud, the architect of this patch-up, wrapped it with wisdom and warnings: "Laxman garu and the wider society felt hurt by the alleged remarks from Ponnam Prabhakar. This incident between ministers is nothing but a family squabble. Expressing regret, Minister Ponnam has apologized. Both Ponnam and Adluri are leaders who've risen through sheer hard work. I appeal to the entire Madiga community: Let this end here. To my fellow ministers – speak responsibly in public, always with caution. Congress is a party for all sections, carrying forward Rahul Gandhi's aspirations. Under CM Revanth Reddy's leadership, with Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka's support, we've conducted a transparent caste survey and enacted three laws for 42% BC reservations."
This episode? A blip on the radar. With apologies tendered and egos mended, Telangana Congress charges ahead – united, unyielding, and unbreakable. No loose ends; just laser focus on people's welfare, echo the leaders.