On 20 December 2025, Telangana Chief Minister and Congress leader Revanth Reddy stated at a state-hosted Christmas celebration that Christmas was being celebrated in Telangana because of “Sonia Gandhi’s crucial role and sacrifice.”

The same Revanth Reddy who insulted Hindu Gods saying “How many gods do Hindus believe in? Are there three crore? Why do so many exist? There is one god for those who are unmarried — Hanuman. There is another god for those who marry twice. And there is yet another god for those who drink alcohol. For hen sacrifice, there is one; for dal and rice, there is one. Each group has its own god.”

Against this backdrop, this report compiles seven documented instances between 2024 and 2025 in which the Telangana Congress government, under Revanth Reddy, publicly engaged with, endorsed, or extended state patronage to Christian religious institutions, organisations, and events.

#1 Revanth Reddy Attends State-Organised Christmas Celebrations at LB Stadium – 20 December 2025

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy participated in Christmas celebrations organised by the Telangana government at Lal Bahadur Stadium. Sharing photographs from the event on social media, he said the celebration reflected the teachings of Jesus Christ on love, peace, and harmony. Revanth stated that the “people’s government” respected all religions equally and prioritised interfaith harmony, adding that welfare of the poor remained its central focus.

During his speech, he attributed the freedom to celebrate Christmas in Telangana to the role and sacrifices of Sonia Gandhi, a remark that drew political attention given the event’s official, state-sponsored nature.

#2 Chief Minister Conveys Easter Greetings to Christian Community – 20 April 2025

On Easter, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy issued a message addressed specifically to the Christian community, highlighting the occasion as one that conveyed values of truth, compassion, faith, and unity. His statement described Easter as a reminder of moral renewal and collective harmony. The message was circulated through official channels and widely reported in the media, forming part of the government’s public outreach to Christian minorities during major religious observances.

#3 Welfare Assurances for Christians Announced at Church Event in Medak – 25 December 2024

Speaking at a public gathering held after Christmas prayers at a church in Medak, Revanth Reddy announced that Dalit and Tribal Christians would receive a significant share of houses under the Indiramma housing scheme. He also stated that economically weaker Christian families were benefiting from 200 units of free electricity. The Chief Minister praised Christian institutions for their historical role in healthcare and education, linking Congress welfare schemes such as fee reimbursement and Rajiv Arogya Sri to missionary inspiration. He described the visit as fulfilling a promise made earlier as PCC president.

#4 Christmas Greetings Emphasising Christian Teachings as Governance Inspiration – 24 December 2024

Ahead of Christmas, Revanth Reddy issued a message extending greetings to Christians, describing the teachings of Jesus Christ as guiding principles for humanity. He said values such as love, tolerance, peace, and service to others informed the state government’s welfare and development approach across religious communities. The Chief Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to the overall development of Christian minorities and urged celebrations to reflect unity and joy, explicitly linking Christian teachings to governance philosophy.

#5 Praise for Christian Organisations at Grand State Christmas Event – 21 December 2024

At a grand Christmas celebration organised by the state government at LB Stadium, Revanth Reddy praised Christian organisations, stating their contributions to education and healthcare matched those of the government. He described education as the foundation of economic development and said Christian institutions were committed to serving the poor, including in remote regions. Calling December a “miracle month,” he noted the global scale of Christmas celebrations and reiterated Jesus Christ’s message of loving others, which he said continued to inspire society.

#6 Commendation of Christian Missionaries at Thanksgiving Meeting – 12 November 2024

Revanth Reddy attended a Thanksgiving Meeting at LB Stadium organised by Calvary Temple founder P. Satish Kumar to mark 35 years of his service. The Chief Minister publicly praised Christian missionaries for their role in education and healthcare and commended Satish Kumar’s teachings, stating they had contributed to moral and social improvement. The event was attended by church leaders and followers and received wide media coverage, highlighting the Chief Minister’s engagement with prominent Christian religious figures.

#7 Assurance on Protection of Church Assets and Burial Grounds – 28 February 2024

During a meeting with representatives of Christian organisations in Medak, Revanth Reddy appealed to minorities to support the Congress party in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections to ensure the formation of a secular government at the Centre. Responding to demands raised by the delegation, he promised protection of Christian religious assets, simplification of permissions for constructing new churches, and allocation of land for burial grounds. The assurances were presented as part of the government’s commitment to minority welfare.

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