Amaravati: YS Sharmila, founder of YSR Telangana Party, revealed her intention to travel to Delhi to finalize the merger with the Congress. She expressed gratitude, stating the Congress acknowledges the sacrifices made by her party in Telangana. Sharmila emphasized the compatibility of their ideologies, citing the Congress as the largest secular party ensuring justice for all. Her decision not to contest in the Telangana Assembly election was described as a strategic move to support the Congress in the state.
Sharmila, after chairing her party meeting, announced plans to meet top Congress leaders, including AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, with a significant announcement expected in Delhi. The merger is seen as a strategic alignment, positioning Sharmila on the national stage within the Congress.