Hyderabad, Nov 11 (Maxim News): Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy accused the Narendra Modi-led Central government of targeting minorities, Dalits and poor people through the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
He alleged that the exercise was being used to remove their voting rights. Revanth made these remarks while addressing a National Education Day programme at Banjara Bhavan in Hyderabad on Wednesday.
The Chief Minister also questioned the BJP’s demand to scrap the four per cent reservation for minorities in Telangana. He asked why the party was not seeking its removal in Gujarat.
Revanth Reddy Criticises BJP Over Scholarships
Revanth Reddy accused the BJP of politicising scholarships meant for minority students. He reiterated that removing the Modi government from power remained the Congress party’s political objective.
He also criticised BRS leaders for claiming that the Congress and BJP were working together. Responding to the allegation, he questioned the BRS leadership’s past political interactions with Prime Minister Modi.
The Chief Minister recalled the contribution of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad to India’s education system. He said universities and IITs established during that period helped strengthen the country’s educational foundations.
He added that these institutions contributed to Indians achieving success across the world.
Congress Government Prioritising Education and Skills
Revanth Reddy said the Congress government was giving priority to education and minority welfare. He assured that his government would continue supporting minority communities.
He said the government had converted Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) into Advanced Training Centres (ATCs) to improve young people’s skills.
He also highlighted the establishment of a Skill University to provide better opportunities for youth. According to him, minority communities have many skilled young people who can benefit from such initiatives.
The Chief Minister reiterated that the Congress had introduced four per cent reservation for minorities in education and employment.
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