Political parties are pulling out all stops to capture votes in Jubilee Hills as the crucial by-election approaches. With polling set for November 11, intense competition has sparked widespread allegations of vote buying across the constituency.
Multiple videos have surfaced showing alleged cash distribution to voters. These clips reveal party workers handing out money while carrying voter lists, with amounts reportedly ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 3,000 per person.
The three main contenders – Congress, BRS, and BJP – are trading accusations about illegal vote purchasing. Each party claims their rivals are offering bribes to secure electoral advantage in this high-stakes battle.
Congress faces allegations of distributing money to support their candidate V Naveen Yadav. Meanwhile, BRS is accused of paying voters to choose the ‘Car’ symbol and candidate Maganti Sunita. BJP also stands accused of similar cash distribution tactics.
Political analysts note that parties are specifically targeting women’s groups and self-help organizations. Key areas under focus include Erragadda, Borabanda, Yousufguda, Rahmat Nagar, and Krishna Nagar – all densely populated voting zones.
TPCC spokesperson Syed Nizamuddin launched sharp criticism against BRS leaders. He claimed they were directly offering cash to voters while creating fake videos to frame Congress workers. According to him, BRS has used doctored visuals, manipulated audio, and AI-generated content throughout their campaign.
BRS working president K T Rama Rao fired back with his own accusations. He alleged that Congress was using black money extracted from builders through HYDRAA demolitions to fund their vote-buying operation.
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar entered the fray on Sunday with explosive claims. He stated that Congress was offering Rs 7,000 per vote while BRS was paying Rs 5,000. Kumar urged voters to take the money but still vote for BJP’s lotus symbol.
Election authorities are closely monitoring campaign spending. District Election Officer RV Karnan reminded all 58 candidates that cash transactions above Rs 10,000 are prohibited. All payments must go through proper banking channels.
Since the election announcement on October 7, authorities have made significant seizures. Officials have confiscated cash, liquor, drugs, and freebies worth Rs 3.59 crore across 51 registered cases. This includes Rs 3.51 crore in cash, Rs 3.65 lakh worth of liquor, Rs 2.46 lakh in drugs, and Rs 1.37 lakh in other illegal incentives.
The massive scale of alleged vote buying has raised serious concerns about electoral integrity in this closely watched by-election.
