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New Indian Express
18 hours ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
TPCC president Mahesh calls for unity among backward classes
HYDERABAD: Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president B Mahesh Kumar Goud on Saturday said the time has come for the Backward Classes (BCs) to unite and assert their collective strength. He underscored the need for the Other Backward Classes (OBCs) to rise above party considerations. The PCC president, who is also an MLC, participated, along with BJP MP Eatala Rajender and others, in a function organised to mark the release of the book 'OBC Porubata', written by IAS officer Narahari Parikipandla and advocate Pruthviraj Singh, at Suravaram Pratapa Reddy Telugu University here. Mahesh Kumar Goud stated that the Centre's decision to conduct a caste census stands as a major achievement for the Congress, adding that Telangana has emerged as a model for the country through its implementation of the caste-based survey. He praised Rahul Gandhi for championing the concept of the caste census to ensure social justice. Historically, he said, OBCs were seen merely as instruments for vote-bank politics, but today, they have progressed to the stage where they are demanding their rightful share in the political space.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
BCs must unite to fight for social justice, says TPCC chief
Hyderabad: Telangana Congress president and MLC B Mahesh Kumar Goud on Saturday emphasised the urgent need for unity among all Backward Classes (BCs) in the state. He stated that the time has come for these communities to rise above political boundaries and assert their rightful share in politics and all other sectors of society. Speaking at the launch of the book 'OBC Porubata' at Gandhi Bhavan, he pointed out the historical marginalisation of BCs, who, he said, had long been treated merely as vote banks. "Today, the BCs are demanding justice, representation, and their rightful share across all sectors," he said. "BCs, SCs and STs represent 55% of the state cabinet led by chief minister A Revanth Reddy. Also, these communities, apart from minorities, represent 68% in the composition of vice presidents and general secretaries of the TPCC," Goud said. Crediting Congress' commitment to social justice, he cited the Centre's decision to conduct a nationwide caste census as a major political milestone. "Telangana has become a national model by implementing the caste-based survey in a transparent and scientific manner under the leadership of chief minister Revanth Reddy, despite him being from the OC category," Goud said. He highlighted that the very concept of the caste survey stemmed from Rahul Gandhi's vision during the Bharat Jodo Yatra, which helped him understand ground realities across India. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esta nueva alarma con cámara es casi regalada en Buenos Aires (ver precio) Verisure Más información Undo A detailed presentation on the Telangana caste survey was earlier made to over 450 Congress representatives, including AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi by both Mahesh Goud himself, and later by chief minister Revanth. As per the Congress Kamareddy Declaration during the 2023 assembly polls, the current govt legislated 42% reservations for OBCs in education, employment, and political representation. "The BJP-led Central govt, which earlier opposed the caste census, has now announced its intention to conduct one alongside the general census—reflecting the impact of the Congress' push for social justice," he said. The TPCC chief urged BC communities to unite in pressing for legal backing of the BC bills and its inclusion in the IX Schedule of the Constitution. "The movement for the BC bill must transcend caste divisions and be driven by a collective spirit for equity and justice," he added. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
BCs should be united and fight collectively for their rights: Mahesh Goud
Hyderabad Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president and MLC Mahesh Kumar Goud launched a book titled 'OBC Porubata' in the city on Saturday, and gave a clarion call for unity among Backward Classes (BCs), urging them to rise above political affiliations and fight collectively for their rights. Mr. Goud said that the time has come for BCs to assert their strength and move beyond party lines to secure what is rightfully theirs. He hailed the Congress-led Telangana government for conducting a caste-based survey, calling it a landmark step towards inclusive governance. 'Rahul Gandhi's vision of social justice is the foundation of this effort,' he noted. Mr. Goud also credited the Congress party for pressuring the Centre to finally announce a caste census alongside the general census. 'What was once opposed by the BJP is now being adopted and this is a major ideological victory for the Congress,' he said. He said that the caste survey conducted under Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy was scientific, transparent, and inclusive. 'Despite being from the Open Category, Mr. Revanth Reddy has followed the Kamareddy Declaration in both spirit and action,' he said, referring to the 42% reservation now granted to BCs in education, employment, and political arena. He said that the Congress party's Cabinet expansion and TPCC restructuring marked a historic first with 68% positions given to BCs, SCs, STs, and minorities. 'This is transformation,' he asserted. The event was also attended by Malkajgiri MP Eatala Rajender, and BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan, who expressed support for a national BC platform to advance the cause. Book authors Parikipandla Narahari, IAS officer, and Prithviraj Singh Parmar also spoke.s
