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ECI approves Telangana Rakshana Sena for K Kavitha keeping TRS initials and igniting political reactions
Politics
Published on 30 April 2026
Why keeping TRS initials could reshape Telangana politics
The Election Commission approved K Kavitha’s new party, Telangana Rakshana Sena, allowing it to retain the TRS initials. Kavitha launched the outfit to channel aspirations of Telangana’s youth and farmers, with a central pledge to push for 50 percent reservation for Other Backward Classes. The party’s formation has already triggered reactions across state politics.
- ECI granted approval to Telangana Rakshana Sena for K Kavitha
- The new party retains the TRS initials
- Kavitha’s agenda includes 50 percent OBC reservation push
- Political leaders in Telangana have responded to the launch
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