After what she describes as a deeply trying month, marked by feeling ‘discarded’ by the Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) and its patriarch, her father K. Chandrashekhar Rao, Telangana Jagruthi president and MLC Kalvakuntla Kavitha has officially commenced her four-month-long ‘Janam Baata’ yatra. The journey began this Saturday, October 24, 2025.
Kavitha launched her yatra at the solemn Martyrs Memorial situated opposite the Assembly, sending a clear message about the focus of her extensive tour.
“Many brave souls sacrificed their lives for the Telangana movement. It is their immense sacrifices that paved the way for the formation of Telangana. But we must sincerely reflect: have we truly honored the ideals for which they laid down their lives?” she questioned passionately.
Ms. Kavitha also candidly acknowledged her own shortcomings, stating that her impact during the BRS regime was limited as she lacked signing authority, despite holding positions as an MP and MLC. “I admit, I could have fought harder. Today, I offer my sincere apologies to these families,” she declared.
Unfulfilled Promises: Compensation for Martyrs
Recalling figures presented in the Assembly, Kavitha highlighted that while 1,200 activists perished for the cause, the promised ₹10 lakh compensation and government jobs were extended to only 580 families. “The remaining families have been unjustly denied what they deserve,” she asserted.
Becoming visibly emotional, Ms. Kavitha spoke of the arduous path for women in politics, emphasizing that the most formidable opposition often arises from within one’s closest circles. “I possess the ambition to succeed, and I make no apologies for it. Why should anyone feel hesitant about pursuing a political career?” she asked defiantly.
Her speech offered a clear indication of her targets and the parties she intends to scrutinize during her tour through the villages, starting from Nizamabad on Saturday. It’s noteworthy that she represented Nizamabad in Parliament from 2014-2019 but faced defeat in the subsequent election.
Ms. Kavitha previously alleged that her electoral defeat was a conspiracy, and that the entire BRS cadre was privy to the identities of those who betrayed her.
Charting her own course, she expressed openness to either forming a new political party or collaborating with existing ones that align with her ideology. “I’m receiving unprecedented support from Backward Castes, especially after I genuinely championed their issues. This level of backing was truly unexpected,” she shared.
Ms. Kavitha’s yatra could very well signal the precursor to a new regional political entity, as she posed a pertinent question: if Andhra Pradesh can sustain two regional parties, why not Telangana?