BM Sandeep to takeover Telangana Congress

Congress high command made a fresh organisational change in Telangana on Friday, appointing BM Sandeep as the All India Congress Committee (AICC) in-charge of the state with immediate effect. The decision has been approved by party president Mallikarjun Kharge.

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The leadership change also brings an end to

Meenakshi Natarajan’s tenure as the party’s Telangana in-charge, following her decision to take time away from active organisational responsibilities for higher studies abroad.

President has appointed Shri B. M. Sandeep as the AICC In-charge of Telangana, with immediate effect. The party appreciates the contributions of the outgoing AICC In-charge Ms. Meenakshi Natarajan," read the grand old party's official notification. — INCSandesh (@INCSandesh)

Sandeep will now be responsible for overseeing the party’s organisational affairs in Telangana and coordinating with the state leadership. His appointment comes as the Congress government in the state navigates internal organisational challenges and prepares for upcoming political contests.

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Natarajan was appointed AICC in-charge of Telangana in February 2025, succeeding Deepa Dasmunshi. During her tenure, she worked with the state Congress leadership on party organisation and coordination between the government and the party.

Her departure had been anticipated after reports emerged that she was preparing to travel abroad for higher studies for an extended period. The possibility of a replacement had been under discussion within the party.

The appointment comes at a politically significant moment, with senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in Hyderabad to attend the Bharat Summit 2026.

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