Ponnam calls for greater political representation for Padmasalis

Backward Classes Welfare and Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Sunday called for unity among weaker sections and urged the Padmasali community, in particular, to work towards electing at least five MLAs from the community in the next general elections.

Speaking at the 111th birth anniversary celebrations of Konda Laxman Bapuji at Ravindra Bharathi, Mr. Prabhakar paid tributes to the veteran Telangana leader, describing him as a selfless person who placed the aspirations of Telangana above political positions and his own political future.

“With this fight against social inequalities and exploitation, including forced labour, Konda Laxman Bapuji had set an example by sacrificing his position for the cause of Telangana. The younger generation should follow his path,” BC Welfare Minister said.

Referring to recent meetings with Yadava and Mudiraj communities, he said communities and traditional occupations needed to adapt to changing times.