Who is BJP’s Deepak Reddy? Nomination Filed for Jubilee Hills Bypoll
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Synopsis
In a significant political move, Lankala Deepak Reddy has filed his nomination as the BJP candidate for the Jubilee Hills Assembly bypoll. This comes after his previous attempt in 2023 where he secured third place. The upcoming election is generating buzz, especially after the recent passing of the former seat holder, Gopinath.
Key Takeaways
- Deepak Reddy files nomination for Jubilee Hills.
- Significant political rally witnessed.
- Previous election performance analyzed.
- Multi-cornered contest anticipated.
- Polling and counting dates confirmed.
Hyderabad, Oct 21 (NationPress) Lankala Deepak Reddy officially submitted his nomination as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for the upcoming bypoll for the Jubilee Hills Assembly seat in Hyderabad.
He arrived at the Shaikpet MRO office in a vibrant rally to hand over his nomination papers to Returning Officer P. Sairam.
Prior to heading to the MRO office, Deepak Reddy, accompanied by Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar, and state BJP president Ramchander Rao, conducted a puja at the Vijayadurga temple in Venkatagiri.
A significant turnout of BJP workers, proudly waving party flags, marched in the rally, which traversed several areas within the constituency before arriving at the MRO office.
In the previous election held in 2023, Deepak Reddy stood in the Jubilee Hills contest but did not secure a victory.
Maganti Gopinath from Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) triumphed over former Indian cricket captain and Congress candidate Mohammed Azharuddin by a margin of 16,337 votes, marking his third consecutive term.
In a contest featuring multiple candidates, Gopinath collected 80,549 votes, while Azharuddin received 64,212 votes. Deepak Reddy finished in third place with 25,866 votes.
The recent passing of Gopinath in June prompted the need for a by-election. The BRS has nominated Gopinath's wife, Maganti Sunitha, while the ruling Congress party has chosen Naveen Yadav as their candidate.
According to the schedule from the Election Commission of India, today (October 21) marks the final day for submitting nominations. Scrutiny of submitted nominations is scheduled for October 22, with withdrawal of candidatures permitted until October 24.
Voting will occur on November 11, followed by the counting of votes on November 14.
In a parallel campaign effort, the state BJP president actively engaged with local residents on Tuesday, sharing breakfast at a local establishment and discussing community concerns and opinions.
Point of View
It is crucial to observe the unfolding political dynamics in Hyderabad with an unbiased lens. The Jubilee Hills bypoll is not merely a contest for a seat; it reflects broader electoral sentiments and the political strategies at play. The BJP's decision to field Deepak Reddy indicates a strategic move to consolidate its presence in the region, especially in light of recent developments.
NationPress
22/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What prompted the Jubilee Hills bypoll?
The bypoll was necessitated by the unfortunate demise of former MLA Maganti Gopinath.
Who are the main candidates in the Jubilee Hills bypoll?
The main candidates include Lankala Deepak Reddy from BJP, Maganti Sunitha from BRS, and Naveen Yadav from Congress.
When will the polling take place?
Polling is scheduled for November 11, and the counting of votes will occur on November 14.
