Why did former Union Minister Kishore Chandra Deo decide to quit TDP
Former Union Minister Kishore Chandra Deo, a member of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), has announced his decision to quit the party. The question seeks to understand the reason behind his decision, specifically his concerns regarding the party's alignment with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Former Union Minister Kishore Chandra Deo decided to quit the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) due to concerns regarding the party's alignment with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Here are some of the reasons behind his decision:
- Alignment with BJP: Deo expressed his dissatisfaction with TDP's closeness to the BJP, as he believed it compromised the party's core values and principles.
- Concerns over TDP's ideology: Deo felt that TDP was veering away from its original ideology, which focused on regional interests and welfare of Andhra Pradesh.
- Disagreements on key issues: Differences between Deo and TDP leadership emerged on several issues, including the special category status for Andhra Pradesh and the bifurcation of the state.
- Lack of internal democracy: Deo felt that TDP lacked internal democracy, where decisions were being made without proper consultation and consensus.
- Personal aspirations: It is speculated that Deo's decision to quit TDP was also influenced by his personal aspirations which he believed could be better pursued outside the party.
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