Mahabubnagar: Chittem Parnika Reddy has made a significant shift from a promising medical career to public service. She now serves as a first-time MLA representing Narayanpet in the Telangana Assembly. Coming from a political family, her move from MBBS to MLA shows her deep commitment to serving the people, a trait she inherited from her family.
Born in 1993, Parnika Reddy contested the recent Assembly elections on a Congress party ticket. She won comfortably with a majority of 7,951 votes, defeating BRS candidate and former Narayanpet MLA, Rajender Reddy. Remarkably, Parnika is one of the 15 doctors elected to the Telangana Assembly, marking a trend of professionals entering politics.
Parnika’s political background is notable. Her grandfather, Chittem Narsi Reddy, was an MLA from the Makthal constituency but was tragically killed in a Naxalite attack on Independence Day in 2005. Her father, Venkateshwar Reddy, also died in the same attack. Parnika is the niece of DK Aruna, a BJP Member of Parliament from Mahabubnagar. Her uncle, C Ram Mohan Reddy, contested on a BRS ticket from the Makthal constituency but lost to the Congress candidate.
Despite her medical background, having completed her MBBS and currently pursuing her specialization, Parnika Reddy remains dedicated to public service. After her electoral victory, she quickly met with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to propose various development and welfare programs for Narayanpet. Her major proposals include the Kodangal Lift Irrigation project and the establishment of an engineering college, a medical college, and a veterinary college, along with other development works worth Rs 4,000 crore within just six months.
Parnika Reddy’s dedication to the development of Narayanpet is clear through her proactive engagement with the government. She is actively participating in and leading initiatives aimed at transforming the constituency. Her focus on infrastructure, education, and welfare programs demonstrates her commitment to improving the lives of her constituents.
As Parnika Reddy steps into the Assembly, she brings a blend of professional expertise and strong political heritage. Her journey from a doctor to an MLA shows her unwavering commitment to serving the people of Narayanpet, making her a beacon of hope and progress for the region.
