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Key Points

Telangana's groundbreaking caste survey has become a national inspiration for comprehensive social and economic analysis. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy proudly highlighted how the state's initiative has influenced the central government's decision to conduct a nationwide caste census. The survey revealed significant insights about backward caste populations, proposing 42% reservations for OBCs. This development marks a significant moment in India's efforts to understand and address social inequalities through data-driven approaches.

Key Points: Revanth Reddy Hails Telangana's Pioneering Caste Survey Impact

  • Telangana first state to conduct comprehensive caste survey since 1931
  • Survey revealed 56.32% population in backward castes
  • Congress pushed for nationwide caste census
  • State proposed 42% OBC reservations
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Telangana's caste survey inspired the nation, says CM Revanth Reddy

Telangana CM credits state's caste survey for inspiring national census, highlighting OBC empowerment and Rahul Gandhi's vision

"Today, finally, we proved that what Telangana does today, India will follow tomorrow - CM Revanth Reddy"

Hyderabad, April 30

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Wednesday hailed the decision of the Centre to conduct a Caste Census as part of the next national Census and said the Telangana government is proud that its action for OBC empowerment inspired the country.

The Chief Minister stated that based on the vision and direction of the Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, who first demanded a nationwide caste census during his historic Bharat Jodo Yatra, Telangana is the first State to conduct a caste survey last year.

“This was the first in Independent India, the last one being in 1931 by the British. A State-wide comprehensive Social, Economic, Caste Survey was conducted and found that 56.32 per cent of the population belongs to the Backward Castes. Based on the report tabled in the Telangana State Legislative Assembly, the state also resolved and proposed 42 per cent reservations for OBCs in education, work and political positions,” he said.

Revanth Reddy claimed that the Congress party’s Telangana unit took the struggle across the country, including the national capital and protested at Jantar Mantar seeking that the Central government agree to the Caste Census.

“Today, finally, we proved that what Telangana does today, India will follow tomorrow. It is a proud moment that Shri Rahul Gandhi has shown how his vision has become a policy even in opposition. We are proud that the actions of the Telangana government for OBC empowerment have inspired the country, and India has agreed to also follow the actions of our state,” said the Chief Minister.

He congratulated the Central government for deciding to conduct a caste census as part of the next national census. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Cabinet.

Telangana Assembly had passed a resolution on February 4, urging the Centre to conduct a caste survey across the country.

After the state government tabled the report of the caste survey, the Chief Minister moved a resolution, which was passed unanimously.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
This is a progressive step by Telangana! Accurate data will help in better policy making. Though I wonder if 42% reservation is sustainable - we must also focus on quality education and skill development for all sections. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
As someone from Telangana, I'm proud of our state leading this initiative. The survey revealed many ground realities about economic disparities. Hope this leads to more equitable development across communities 🙏
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Arjun S.
While data collection is good, I'm concerned about how this will be implemented nationally. We've seen how caste politics divides society. The focus should be on 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' not creating more divisions.
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Sunita R.
Interesting that both state and central governments are agreeing on this! Maybe good policies can emerge when there's healthy competition between states and center. Telangana setting an example for others 👍
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Vikram J.
The last caste census was in 1931? That's shocking! How can we make policies without current data? Telangana did what should have been done decades ago. Better late than never though.
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Neha P.
I appreciate the CM giving credit where it's due, but let's not make this about any single leader. This is about the people of Telangana and India. The focus should remain on development outcomes, not political credit.

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