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Revanth Reddy's 'Ram For Rich, Shiva For Poor' Remarks Ignite Fierce BJP Backlash
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News18•29-09-2026, 21:10
Revanth Reddy's 'Ram For Rich, Shiva For Poor' Remarks Ignite Fierce BJP Backlash
- •Telangana CM Revanth Reddy sparked a political controversy with his remarks contrasting Lord Ram and Lord Shiva.
- •Reddy stated, "We are Dravidians; they are Aryans. We are devotees of Lord Shiva, while they are devotees of Lord Ram."
- •He described Lord Shiva as the "God of the poor" and Lord Ram as the "God of the rich."
- •Reddy questioned why BJP leaders chant "Jai Shri Ram" but not "Har Har Mahadev."
- •The BJP strongly criticized Reddy's comments, accusing him of creating religious and regional divisions.
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Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy described Lord Shiva as the "God of the poor" and Lord Ram as the "God of the rich" during an event in New Delhi, while also questioning why BJP leaders chant "Jai Shri Ram" instead of "Har Har Mahadev" and contrasting Dravidians with Aryans.
The BJP strongly criticized the remarks, accusing Revanth Reddy of intentionally creating religious and regional divisions. Additionally, Goshamahal MLA Raja Singh demanded that the Chief Minister immediately issue an explanation and an apology for his irresponsible statements.
Revanth Reddy made the controversial remarks while speaking in New Delhi at an event titled 'The Conclave 2026'.
