The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), founded by K. Chandrashekar Rao on April 27, 2001, has transformed from a ‘movement party’ that led the 13-year struggle for a separate Telangana state into a solid political entity. Over the past nine years, the BRS has employed a two-pronged strategy of organic growth and deliberate efforts to weaken opposition parties, including the Left. This approach has strengthened its position as a formidable political force.

BRS focuses on regionalism, promoting the interests and development of Telangana, advocating for social justice, economic growth, and the upliftment of marginalized communities. Historically, the party believed that Telangana's unique cultural and economic needs could only be met through statehood, a stance that has shaped its ongoing commitment to the region's development.