Posted 11/25/2023, 5:28:28 AM
EC Greenlights Telangana Farm Payments Before Election, Raising Concerns
- EC approves release of Rythu Bandhu funds to Telangana farmers ahead of state elections, raising suspicions of BRS-BJP nexus
- Approval came after weeks of delay following Congress complaint of influence on voters
- Farmers to receive Rs 4,000 per acre, significant support ahead of voting
- Congress alleges EC wouldn't approve without Modi government green light
- BJP doesn't oppose Rythu Bandhu payment, seemingly wants BRS to retain power over Congress