In Hyderabad, the focus of the Lok Sabha election campaign is on AIMIM’s Asaduddin Owaisi and BJP’s Madhavi Latha, with little attention given to the other 30 candidates in the fray. Candidates like Sameer Waliullah and Gaddam Srinivas Reddy are not actively campaigning or visible on the ground.
Madhavi Latha, the BJP candidate, is gaining attention in Old City with her rallies and social media presence, challenging incumbent MP Asaduddin Owaisi. Despite her efforts, Owaisi remains popular in Hyderabad, with strong support from residents as he campaigns door-to-door.
Owaisi’s campaign includes traditional ‘Paidaldaura’ and interacting with supporters of all ages, urging them to vote for Majlis. Local residents show their support by chanting ‘Owaisi zindabad’ during his campaign.
The Owaisi family has maintained a stronghold in Hyderabad for decades, with Sultan Salahuddin Owaisi winning elections from 1984 to 1999, followed by Asaduddin Owaisi since 2004. The BJP candidate, Madhavi Latha, faces criticism for her provocative statements but continues to campaign in Muslim areas, focusing on women’s empowerment and development issues.
The battle for the Hyderabad seat remains primarily between Owaisi and Madhavi Latha, with other candidates struggling to make an impact in the campaign trail. Despite challenges, the BJP is working to improve its chances in the constituency by targeting women voters and focusing on development issues.
