Speaker Gaddam Prasad Seeks Cabinet Role After Meeting Rahul Gandhi
Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar reportedly expressed his interest in joining the state cabinet during a meeting with Rahul Gandhi amid growing speculation over a cabinet reshuffle.
- Gaddam Prasad meets Rahul Gandhi
- Speaker seeks minister post
- Cabinet expansion buzz grows
Telangana politics witnessed a major development after Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi. The meeting has sparked intense political discussion, especially as reports of a cabinet reshuffle and expansion in Telangana continue to gain momentum.
According to party sources, Gaddam Prasad Kumar conveyed his desire to move out of the Speaker’s position and take up a ministerial role in the state government. He reportedly informed the Congress leadership that he would prefer a more active role in governance rather than continue in a constitutional post.
Sources within the party said Prasad Kumar highlighted his previous experience as a minister in the undivided Andhra Pradesh government and expressed confidence that he could contribute more effectively if included in the cabinet. He is believed to have requested a place in the upcoming ministerial expansion expected later this year.
The Speaker is also said to have shared his concerns over the controversies surrounding the entry of opposition legislators into the ruling party. Reports suggest he felt that the Speaker’s office had come under unnecessary scrutiny because of political disputes, legal challenges and criticism from opposition parties.
Party insiders claim that Prasad Kumar explained to Rahul Gandhi that continuing in the Speaker’s role has become increasingly challenging amid ongoing political and legal debates. As a result, he is reportedly keen on returning to direct political responsibilities.
The meeting has gained significance because it comes at a time when speculation is growing over possible changes in the Telangana cabinet. Political observers believe the discussion could play an important role in shaping future political equations within the Congress party in the state.
Although there has been no official announcement regarding cabinet appointments, the meeting between Gaddam Prasad Kumar and Rahul Gandhi has fueled expectations of significant political developments in Telangana in the coming weeks.
