The Congress has named Naveen Yadav as its candidate for the Jubilee Hills by-election, the only Assembly seat in Telangana facing a bypoll on November 11

The Congress party has officially fielded Naveen Yadav as its candidate for the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election, scheduled for November 11. This will be the only constituency in Telangana heading to the polls, while seven other seats across six states and Union Territories will witness by-elections on the same day.

The announcement, made through an official party statement on Wednesday, marks the beginning of a short but high-stakes campaign for the ruling party in Telangana. Jubilee Hills, known for its politically aware and diverse voter base, is expected to serve as a litmus test for the Congress government’s public image after ten months in power.

Analysis:
For Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, this contest is more than a local race — it’s a reflection of his government’s performance and the Congress’s ability to retain urban support amid rising criticism. The bypoll outcome could also shape the party’s strategy ahead of the 2026 civic polls. Voters in Jubilee Hills, meanwhile, are likely to weigh local development issues and governance promises before heading to the ballot box.