Bandi Sanjay hails Sarvai Papanna as Bahujan warrior, accuses Congress of betraying Bahujans
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay praised the historical figure Sardar Sarvai Papanna while criticizing the Congress party for allegedly failing the Bahujan community in Telangana. He highlighted various central government welfare schemes as evidence of the BJP's commitment to the empowerment of disadvantaged sections.
Why it matters
The statement reflects ongoing political maneuvering and identity-based campaigning in Telangana ahead of local and regional political developments.
Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay on Tuesday described Sardar Sarvai Papanna as a fearless warrior who challenged the Mughal rulers and fought for the oppressed and disadvantaged sections.
Inspired by Papanna’s struggle, the BJP would come to power in Telangana to champion the cause of Bahujans, he said, accusing the ruling Congress of betraying the Bahujan community by failing to fulfil its promises, including allocating ₹20,000 crore annually for BC welfare, and providing legal status to the BC Sub-Plan.
He was speaking after garlanding the statue of Sardar Sarvai Papanna on the occasion of his birth anniversary at Rekurthi in Karimnagar on Tuesday evening.
Mr. Sanjay said the Narendra Modi government was committed to the development, welfare and empowerment of Bahujans.
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