In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the Indian National Congress (INC) under the INDIA alliance significantly improved its performance in Telangana compared to the 2019 elections. The INDIA alliance, spearheaded by the Congress, garnered 8,741,263 votes, translating to a 40.10% vote share. This is a notable increase from 2019, when the Congress received 5,496,686 votes, accounting for a 29.79% vote share. This surge in voter support underscores the growing influence and resurgence of the Congress in Telangana's political scenario.
New Constituencies Won by Congress in 2024:
The following constituencies were not won by the Congress in the 2019 elections but have now been secured by the party in 2024, marking a significant expansion of their influence in the state.
Peddapalli (SC): Gaddam Vamsi Krishna
Zahirabad: Suresh Kumar Shetkar
Nagarkurnool (SC): Mallu Ravi
Warangal (SC): Kadiyam Kavya
Mahabubabad (ST): Balram Naik
Khammam: Ramasahayam Raghuram Reddy
Constituencies Retained by Congress in 2024:
Additionally, the following constituencies were previously won by the Congress in the 2019 elections and have been successfully retained in 2024, showcasing the party's continued stronghold in these regions.
Nalgonda: N. Uttam Kumar Reddy
Bhongir: Komatireddy Venkat Reddy
Constituencies Lost by Congress in 2024:
Despite the gains, there are constituencies the Congress won in 2019 but lost in 2024, indicating areas where the party needs to regain ground.
Malkajgiri: Lost to Etela Rajender of the BJP NDA alliance
The 2024 Lok Sabha elections marked a significant milestone for the Congress in Telangana. With a substantial increase in vote share and the acquisition of new constituencies, the Congress under the INDIA alliance has demonstrated its resurgence and growing influence in the state. Retaining key constituencies while expanding into new areas highlights the party's successful strategy and increases voter support. However, the loss of a previously held constituency serves as a reminder of the competitive nature of the electoral landscape. Overall, the Congress's performance in Telangana sets the stage for a dynamic political future in the state.
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