Hyderabad, India
Dundra Kumaraswamy, the president of the National BC Dal, has issued a heartfelt appeal to the public, urging them not to obstruct the crucial 42% reservation quota for Backward Classes. Addressing a press conference in Hyderabad on Sunday, Kumaraswamy underscored a critical issue: even after 75 years of independence, Backward Classes still haven’t achieved proportional representation in reservations, remaining significantly disadvantaged in educational, employment, socio-economic, and political realms.
He commended the Telangana government’s decision to increase the quota to 42%, hailing it as a historic move and a landmark chapter in the ongoing pursuit of social justice. This significant enhancement, he noted, is a direct result of decades of persistent efforts and struggles by the BC community.
Kumaraswamy further highlighted the Congress government’s dedication to uplifting weaker sections, citing key initiatives such as the successful caste census conducted as part of the Kamareddy BC Declaration. He expressed strong disapproval of the fact that an amendment to Section 285 (A) of the Panchayat Raj Act 2018, approved by the Assembly, remains stalled with the Governor. He vehemently argued that this delay effectively blocks the legitimate rights of Backward Classes.
In a resolute statement, Mr. Kumaraswamy asserted that those who oppose these vital reservations would ultimately face the democratic power of the ballot box.