Key Points

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy met Priyanka Gandhi to discuss the state's caste survey and OBC quota provisions. The Congress leader praised the 42% reservation for backward classes in education, jobs, and politics. Meanwhile, BRS leader K Kavitha accused both BJP and Congress of failing Telangana's backward communities. The survey, covering nearly 97% of households, was completed in just 50 days.

Key Points: Revanth Reddy Meets Priyanka Gandhi on Telangana Caste Survey

  • Revanth Reddy shares caste survey details with Priyanka Gandhi
  • Congress supports 42% OBC quota in Telangana
  • Survey covered 96.9% households in 50 days
  • BRS accuses Congress and BJP of neglecting BCs
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CM Revanth Reddy meets Priyanka Gandhi, discusses caste survey in Telangana

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy discusses 42% OBC quota with Priyanka Gandhi amid BRS criticism over caste survey findings.

"Priyanka Gandhi Vadra greatly appreciated our state’s decision to provide 42% quota for OBCs – Revanth Reddy"

New Delhi, July 24

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Thursday met Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and discussed key details of caste survey in the state.

In his post on 'X', Reddy mentioned that the Congress MP appreciated the provision of giving a 42 per cent quota for OBCs in education, jobs, and political positions.

"Met our inspiring leader Priyanka Gandhi and gave her all details of the #TelanganaCasteSurvey and the highlights of its findings. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra greatly appreciated our state's decision and resolve to provide 42 per cent quota for the OBCs in education, jobs and political positions. She has promised her fullest support in this fight for total justice for OBCs", Reddy wrote on 'X'.

Earlier on Thursday, Revanth Reddy, along with his other Cabinet Ministers, interacted with Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.

The Telangana government completed its comprehensive caste survey within a year and was presented before the state Cabinet and Assembly on February 4.

According to officials, the state government conducted the largest-ever Socio-Economic, Educational, Employment, Political, and Caste (SEEEPC) survey, covering 96.9 per cent of households in just 50 days.

From passing a resolution in the Cabinet to submitting the final report, the entire process was completed within exactly one year.

Meanwhile, the Bharath Rashtra Samithi has been constantly criticising the state government and alleging that it has betrayed the BRS MLC, K Kavitha. On Tuesday, K Kavitha criticised both the BJP and the Congress, alleging that they had 'cheated' the Backwards Classes (BCs) of Telangana.

Kavitha referred to statements made by BJP leaders suggesting that the OBC Reservation Bill could not be passed in Parliament. She also alleged that Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, had remained silent on issues related to Telangana's Backward Classes.

"We heard many statements from the BJP leaders from Telangana that they cannot pass the OBC Reservation Bill from the central government, which is very unfortunate to hear. We have seen more than 15 states giving reservation above 50 per cent. We are getting zero benefits from the Central government. Neither Rahul Gandhi nor Priyanka Gandhi Vadra nor Sonia Gandhi speaks in Parliament about our Telangana BCs. The bill should be passed. Both BJP and Congress are cheating the people of Telangana BCs," Kavitha told ANI.

- ANI

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Shreya B
While the intention is good, I worry about implementation. We've seen many caste surveys become political tools. Hope this one actually benefits the needy.
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Arjun K
Why is Kavitha suddenly concerned about OBCs? Wasn't her party in power for 10 years without doing anything substantial? Classic political opportunism!
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Priyanka S
As an OBC student, I welcome this move. But please ensure the benefits reach genuine candidates, not just politically connected families. The system needs more transparency.
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Karan T
Completing such a massive survey in 50 days is impressive! Shows what political will can achieve. Now waiting to see the actual policy implementation.
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Nisha Z
Instead of focusing on caste-based politics, why can't we work towards a casteless society? These divisions only help politicians, not the common people.

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