Eatala Rajender to float a new party in Telangana?

For the past two days, social media platforms and digital news outlets have been rife with speculation that senior Telangana leader and Malkajgiri MP Eatala Rajender is gearing up for a significant political move. He is possibly quitting his current party and floating a new regional outfit.

Adding fuel to the fire, reports have surfaced claiming that Eatala has already registered a party named Bahujana Janata Samiti (BJS). Though there has been no official confirmation from his camp, several sources claim the registration has been completed through close associates.

Whirlwind tour!

Sources close to Eatala suggest that he is planning an extensive tour across Telangana to gauge public sentiment and build grassroots momentum. If reports are to be believed, his new outfit may field candidates in the upcoming local body elections, potentially shaking up the political landscape.

While Eatala has remained tight-lipped, insiders say he is working behind the scenes to build a strong network before making a formal announcement.

Despite the growing buzz, seasoned political observers remain skeptical. Launching and sustaining a new regional party in the current political climate, they say, is no easy task.

One analyst pointed out that even K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), the architect of Telangana’s statehood and leader of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), once considered merging his party with the Congress during uncertain times. The survival of BRS, according to experts, is largely due to its deep-rooted infrastructure, vast financial resources, and cadre-based support — luxuries a new party may not immediately enjoy.

Problems with Bandi Sanjay

Eatala’s recent public criticism of union minister Bandi Sanjay led many to believe that Eatala planning to quite BJP and float a new party. While the remarks appeared to be spontaneous, many political insiders believe they were part of a calculated strategy — possibly approved by senior leadership within the party.

Eatala himself admitted that the issue had reached the BJP high command, suggesting that his comments weren’t made in isolation but after internal discussions. This episode has further fueled speculation about his strained relationship with the party’s state leadership and his potential political pivot.

What would a new party mean?

If Eatala indeed moves ahead with his plan to launch a new political entity, several key questions arise: Can he convert his personal popularity into statewide voter influence? What unique ideological or policy stance will his party adopt? Will it split the opposition or consolidate backward class representation?

Given the recent rise in BC (Backward Classes) political assertion — fueled by developments like the caste census and discussions around 42% reservations — Eatala may position his party as a voice for underrepresented communities.

One strategic detail being widely discussed is the possible name of the party. While Bahujana Janata Samiti (BJS) is reportedly already registered, many netizens argue that a name like “Telangana Bahujana Samiti” would strike a stronger chord with local voters, especially in the backdrop of BRS dropping “Telangana” from its name.