By the end of two rounds, the BJP received only 307 votes. A total of 31,182 votes were polled in the Sheikhpet Division. A slight advantage has been recorded for the Congress here. The party had focused on this division from the beginning and expected a larger lead. However, it managed to stay ahead with a margin of 1,144 votes over the BRS.

The BRS expected silent voters to support its candidate. Those expectations were not met, resulting in a setback for the party. With the counting in Sheikhpet completed, attention has now shifted to the Vengalrao Nagar and Somajiguda divisions.

These two divisions have a higher presence of settlers and upper-middle-class voters. The direction of these votes could impact the final result. Whether the BRS candidate can overtake the Congress will be known as the next rounds are counted.

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Congress candidates started the morning with steady gains, and party workers celebrated as numbers moved in their favour. Polling officials reported smooth counting and brisk updates from the constituency. The Congress camp claimed the early lead reflects growing confidence among urban voters.

The Jubilee Hills seat remains one of the most influential in Hyderabad, and every round of counting is shaping the narrative for both state and local politics. With more rounds ahead, all major parties continue to monitor the margin closely. Congress hopes to maintain its advantage as counting progresses through the day.

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