BRS MP Kotha Prabhakar Reddy stabbed during poll campaign by youtuber

In an unexpected and horrifying twist amidst the Telangana elections, Kotha Prabhakar Reddy, the BRS MP from Medak, was mercilessly stabbed by Gaddam Raju, a 37-year-old Dalit and YouTube journalist. This shocking incident took place on Monday afternoon in Surampalli of Doultabad police limits in Siddipet, jolting the local political scene.

Critical Condition Post-Stabbing: Emergency Surgery for Kotha Prabhakar Reddy

Kotha Prabhakar Reddy, deeply involved in his poll campaign, sustained a severe abdominal wound necessitating immediate and emergency surgery. The gravely injured BRS leader was initially rushed to a local hospital in Gajwel, before being transferred to Yashoda Hospital in Secunderabad. Doctors, after performing a critical surgery, declared Reddy to be stable but in a perilous state. He remains under intensive care, with the next few days being crucial for his recovery.

Chief Minister KCR Condemns the Attack

The vicious attack drew a fierce response from Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao, who accused the opposition of fostering such violent acts. He warned against testing their patience, stressing that the attack was not just on Prabhakar Reddy, but an affront to his governance. Rao’s impassioned declaration highlighted the escalating tensions and the fierce rivalry in Telangana’s political arena.

The Attacker: A Disappointed Dalit Journalist

Siddipet police reports identified the assailant as Gaddam Raju, a Dalit scribe displeased over his exclusion from the Dalit Bandhu scheme. He now faces charges under IPC 307 (attempt to murder) for his rash and life-threatening action against the BRS MP. The motive behind the stabbing sheds light on underlying social and political dissatisfaction brewing within segments of the Telangana society.

The Surgical Battle and the Road to Recovery

The medical team at Yashoda Hospital noted the complexity of Prabhakar Reddy’s condition, with multiple perforations in his small intestine caused by the stabbing. The surgery, involving a significant incision and removal of part of the intestine, was crucial to prevent infection and further complications. The doctors remain cautious, keeping Reddy under strict observation in the ICU, marking a critical phase in his journey to recovery.

The shocking stabbing of Kotha Prabhakar Reddy, an episode that has pierced the heart of Telangana’s political landscape, remains a stark reminder of the volatility and unpredictability of political campaigns and elections. The coming days are crucial not only for the recovery of the BRS MP but also for the political narrative that is unfolding in this key Indian state.