Telangana: Why did T. Raja Singh resign? Full transcript of Goshamahal MLA's letter to BJP state president

Telangana BJP MLA T. Raja Singh, infamous for his communally charged rhetoric, resigned from the primary membership of the party on Monday.

 

It is said that the Goshamahal MLA is unhappy about the likely appointment of senior leader Ramchander Rao as the BJP state unit chief. In his resignation letter addressed to G. Kishan Reddy, the incumbent President of the BJP Telangana unit, Raja Singh stated that the decision to appoint Ramchander Rao came as a "shock and disappointment" to him.

 

According to him, Rao’s appointment was a “betrayal” of the lakhs of karyakartas who stood by the saffron party through thick and thin.

Here is the full transcript of Raja Singh's letter that has shocked the BJP ranks across southern India:

 

Date: 30.06.2025

To,

Shri G. Kishan Reddy ji

President, BJP Telangana State

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Sub: With a Heavy Heart A Resignation That Reflects the Pain of Lakhs of Karyakartas

Namaste.

I write this letter with a heavy heart and deep concern. As per media reports, Shri Ramchander Rao is set to be appointed as the new BJP State President for Telangana.

 

This decision has come as a shock and disappointment, not just to me, but to lakhs of Karyakartas, leaders, and voters who have stood by the party through every high and low. At a time when BJP stands at the threshold of forming its first government in Telangana, such a choice raises serious doubts about the direction we are heading.

 

There are many capable senior leaders, MLAS, and MPs within our state who have tirelessly worked for the growth of BJP and who have the strength, credibility, and connect to lead the party forward. Unfortunately, it appears that some individuals, driven by personal interests, have misled the central leadership and taken decisions by running the show from behind the curtain. This not only undermines the sacrifices of grassroots workers but risks pushing the party into avoidable setbacks.

 

I have been a dedicated Karyakarta, elected three times in a row with the blessings of the people and support of the party. But today, I find it difficult to stay silent or pretend that all is well. This is not about personal ambition, this letter reflects the pain and frustration of lakhs of loyal BJP Karyakartas and supporters who feel sidelined and unheard.

 

We had the best opportunity in years to bring the BJP to power in Telangana. But that hope is slowly being replaced by disappointment and frustration, not because of the people, but because of the leadership being placed at the helm.

 

With great sadness, I have decided to resign from the primary membership of the Bharatiya Janata Party. I request you, Shri Kishan Reddy ji, to kindly inform the Hon'ble Speaker of the Telangana Legislative Assembly that T. Raja Singh is no longer a member of the BJP.

 

While I may be stepping away from the party, I remain fully committed to the ideology of Hindutva and the service of our Dharma and the people of Goshamahal. I will continue to raise my voice and stand with the Hindu community with even greater strength.

 

This is a difficult decision, but a necessary one. The silence of many should not be mistaken for agreement. I speak not just for myself, but for countless Karyakartas and voters who stood with us with faith, and who today feel let down.

 

I also humbly appeal to our senior leadership - Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, BJP National President Shri JP Nadda ji, Shri Amit Shah ji, and Shri BL Santhosh ji, to reconsider this course. Telangana is ready for the BJP, but we must choose the right leadership to honour that opportunity and not let it slip away.

Jai Hind. Jai Shri Ram.

 

Yours sincerely,

 

T.RAJA SINGH LODH

MLA-GOSHAMAHAL-65

India