What exactly is troubling Kalvakuntla Kavitha, MLC and daughter of former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao?
Why does she suspect a conspiracy within the BRS to sideline her? And what has led to a rift between her and her brother K T Rama Rao?
These questions have become a hot topic in the political circles of both Telugu states.
It’s well known that the YSR family, too, has been in the spotlight for internal discord between siblings. Now, people are beginning to draw parallels between Sharmila and Kavitha.
Sharmila alleged that she was treated unfairly in the division of family assets, leading her to openly oppose her brother. She even has the support of their mother, Vijayamma.
Sharmila believes her hardships stem from the absence of her father, the late YSR.
But Kavitha’s situation is different. Her conflict with KTR is rooted in politics. What’s stirring controversy is the fact that Kavitha is challenging her brother's authority while their father, KCR, is still alive and active.
It is said that the rift grew when Kavitha started demanding a share of power in the BRS, alongside KTR. Reportedly, she is questioning why she should be considered any less capable than her brother.
Sources say that those close to Kavitha are encouraging her, telling her that she enjoys greater public support on the ground than KTR.
Following her jail stint, she has reportedly gained sympathy, and some believe her popularity has risen.
These voices are said to be fueling her political ambition, convincing her that she deserves a key position in the party. This push is reportedly what led to the current tensions.
Despite having accumulated considerable wealth, observers claim Kavitha is now finding herself without political footing.
Critics say she is caught in a political dream, and that beyond being KCR’s daughter and KTR’s sister, she lacks an independent political identity.
BRS insiders believe KCR and his son are waiting for her to come to this realization on her own. They also point out that Kavitha is impatient and overly ambitious, suggesting that her rise — and fall — may be swift.
