Over the past few months, YS Sharmila’s YSR Telangana Party (YSRTP) took several turns, U-turns and diversions in Telangana Politics. From her party’s potential merger with the Congress to the surprising announcement of her family members entering the electoral fray, Sharmila’s political journey has been creating curiosity among Telangana people. Her latest decision to opt out of the Telangana assembly elections has raised eyebrows and sparked various reactions among the people of the state.
The Failed Merger Ultimatum to Congress:
Three months ago, Sharmila presented the Congress with a strict deadline of September 30 for the merger of her YSRTP with the grand old party. This ultimatum could not fetch a response from Congress. The Congress chose not to respond, citing opposition from local Congress leaders and Sharmila’s ambitious request for nearly 25 MLA seats for her supporters. This setback was a significant blow to Sharmila, and it mirrored the predictions made by Former MLA Gone Prakash, who had predicted 2 years ago that Sharmila’s party would eventually merge with a national party.
Sharmila’s Statement of Contesting Elections without Alliances and involving Family members:
One month ago, Sharmila made an announcement that sent shockwaves through YSR fans and pro-YSRTP and pro-YSRCP communities. She revealed that her mother, Vijayamma, and her husband, Brother Anil Kumar, would also be entering the electoral arena this time. This decision was met with strong disapproval, as many believed it could tarnish the legacy of the YSR family. The prospect of electoral defeat for Sharmila, her mother, and her husband loomed large, leaving supporters disheartened.
Latest Decision of Opting Out of the Race:
In the latest development, Sharmila surprised many by declaring that she would not be contesting in the upcoming Telangana assembly elections. She stated that her decision was aimed at preventing a split in the pro-Congress vote. According to Sharmila, surveys and ground reports indicated that her party’s participation in the elections could directly impact the Congress’ vote share in various constituencies. Therefore, she made the “sacrifice” of not contesting to support the Congress.
Mixed Reactions and Trolls from Telangana People
The people of Telangana have reacted to Sharmila’s decision with a mixture of skepticism and speculation. Some view her choice to abstain from the race as an attempt to avoid the humiliation of a sure-shot defeat. They argue that Sharmila’s popularity has waned, and the writing was on the wall regarding her chances of success in the elections.
On the other hand, another section of the population speculates that her decision is motivated by a desire to safeguard her interests in Bayyaram mines, a mining area located in Khammam district. They suggest that Sharmila’s entry into politics is primarily linked to protecting her mining assets. It’s worth noting that YSRTP supporters have denounced these rumors, asserting that there is no factual basis for linking Sharmila to Bayyaram mines.
Sharmila who earlier gave scope for trollers and memers by giving some statements that made her a laughing stock, has now again given a chance to them by her decision of opting out of the Election race. This is evident from trolling content that is created on social media after her announcement.