Fri Dec 06 22:11:23 UTC 2024: ## Secrecy Shrouds Unveiling of New Telangana Talli Statue
**Hyderabad, [Date]:** Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president Revanth Reddy is maintaining utmost secrecy surrounding the unveiling of a new statue of “Telangana Talli” (Mother Telangana), scheduled for December 9th at the Secretariat. The unveiling coincides with the anniversary of the state’s formation.
The new statue replaces the previous one, which faced criticism for allegedly resembling Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao’s daughter, Kavitha. Reddy had previously criticized the old statue, calling it representative of “feudalistic tendencies and the arrogance of landlords.”
The location of the statue’s creation and its design remain undisclosed, fueling speculation. Reports suggest Reddy has personally overseen the project, making multiple visits to inspect its progress. The secrecy is so intense that even the statue’s final design remains unknown.
However, rumors suggest the new statue will differ significantly from its predecessor, potentially lacking a crown and pot (kirita and kalasam). This omission has sparked criticism, with some alleging it aims to portray Telangana as impoverished, undermining the state’s image.
The secrecy surrounding the new statue is expected to create a political storm. The ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) is likely to oppose the replacement, potentially leveraging Telangana sentiment to counter the Congress’ move. How Reddy navigates this political challenge will be crucial in the coming days.
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