Jaipal Reddy death anniversary: Revanth Reddy, Congress leaders pay tributes in Hyderabad
Synopsis
On the 7th death anniversary of former Union Minister S. Jaipal Reddy, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and Congress leaders paid tributes in New Delhi and Hyderabad — remembering a parliamentarian credited with both the Hyderabad Metro Rail concept and the passage of the Telangana Bill in Parliament.
Key Takeaways
Revanth Reddy paid tributes to former Union Minister S.
Jaipal Reddy on his 7th death anniversary on Tuesday, 28 July .
TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud and other Congress leaders joined the commemoration in New Delhi .
CM's wife Geetha Reddy , the niece of the late leader, offered tributes at Spoorthi Sthal on Necklace Road , Hyderabad.
Sridhar Babu credited Jaipal Reddy with conceptualising the Hyderabad Metro Rail as Union Urban Affairs Minister.
Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said Jaipal Reddy played a key role in securing the passage of the Telangana Bill in Parliament.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Tuesday paid tribute to former Union Minister S. Jaipal Reddy on his death anniversary, honouring the veteran parliamentarian's legacy of democratic service and his pivotal role in the formation of the state of Telangana. The commemoration was held simultaneously in New Delhi and Hyderabad.
Tributes at New Delhi and Hyderabad
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy offered floral tributes to a portrait of Jaipal Reddy at his official residence in New Delhi. Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president Mahesh Kumar Goud, along with other Congress leaders, participated in the event.
In Hyderabad, the Chief Minister's wife Geetha Reddy — the niece of the late leader — offered floral tributes at Jaipal Reddy's samadhi, Spoorthi Sthal, on Necklace Road. Telangana ministers and Congress leaders also assembled at the site to pay their respects.
What the Chief Minister Said
In his message, Revanth Reddy described Jaipal Reddy as 'an unassuming political leader, an exceptional parliamentarian endowed with remarkable oratory skills, and a leader who dedicated his life to serving democratic values.' He noted that Jaipal Reddy's zeal for public service and commitment to the welfare of the people would continue to guide future generations.
The Chief Minister also highlighted Jaipal Reddy's role in fulfilling the aspirations for a separate Telangana state and his exemplary service across multiple Union ministerial portfolios.
Ministers Recall His Parliamentary Legacy
Minister for Industry and Information Technology D. Sridhar Babu said Jaipal Reddy was a 'great parliamentarian' who demonstrated a distinctive ministerial style across portfolios, whether in government or opposition. Notably, on the occasion of this 7th death anniversary, Sridhar Babu credited Jaipal Reddy — in his capacity as Union Urban Affairs Minister — with conceptualising the Hyderabad Metro Rail project during the then-Congress government. 'Many times, he was awarded the title of the best parliamentarian in the entire Parliament,' Sridhar Babu said.
Transport and BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar recalled that Jaipal Reddy raised public issues in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha with clarity and incisive oratory, earning him repeated recognition as the best parliamentarian. Prabhakar said he was personally inspired by Jaipal Reddy when he entered the 15th Lok Sabha, and credited the leader with making 'tremendous efforts' in securing the passage of the Telangana Bill in Parliament.
Who Was S. Jaipal Reddy
S. Jaipal Reddy was a senior Congress leader and veteran parliamentarian who served as a Union Minister across several portfolios, including Urban Affairs. He was widely regarded as one of India's finest parliamentary debaters and received the best parliamentarian award multiple times. His contributions to the Telangana statehood movement and his legislative record remain central to his legacy in Telangana politics.
Point of View
Statehood, and urban infrastructure. What is notable this year is the specific claim linking Jaipal Reddy to the Hyderabad Metro Rail, a project whose political ownership has long been contested. By foregrounding that legacy on his 7th anniversary, the ruling Congress is signalling a counter-narrative to the Bharat Rashtra Samithi's claims on Telangana's development story. Whether that framing resonates with voters beyond the party faithful remains the real question.
NationPress
28 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was S. Jaipal Reddy?
S. Jaipal Reddy was a veteran Congress leader and former Union Minister who served across multiple portfolios including Urban Affairs. He was widely recognised as one of India's finest parliamentary debaters and received the best parliamentarian award multiple times during his career.
Why is Jaipal Reddy's death anniversary significant in Telangana?
Jaipal Reddy played a pivotal role in the Telangana statehood movement and is credited with helping secure the passage of the Telangana Bill in Parliament. His legacy is particularly significant for the Congress party in the state, which regards him as a symbol of democratic values and public service.
What was Jaipal Reddy's connection to the Hyderabad Metro Rail?
According to Minister D. Sridhar Babu, the Hyderabad Metro Rail was conceptualised during Jaipal Reddy's tenure as Union Urban Affairs Minister in the then-Congress government. Sridhar Babu credited his efforts with making the project possible.
Where were tributes paid to Jaipal Reddy on his death anniversary?
Tributes were paid simultaneously in New Delhi, where CM Revanth Reddy offered floral tributes at his official residence, and in Hyderabad, where Geetha Reddy and Telangana ministers gathered at Spoorthi Sthal on Necklace Road — the late leader's samadhi.
Who is Geetha Reddy in relation to Jaipal Reddy?
Geetha Reddy, wife of Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, is the niece of the late S. Jaipal Reddy. She offered floral tributes at his samadhi, Spoorthi Sthal, in Hyderabad on his death anniversary.
