Ponnam calls for greater political representation for Padmasalis
Telangana Minister Ponnam Prabhakar has urged the Padmasali community to increase their political representation by electing more MLAs. He also reiterated the demand for a nationwide caste census to ensure better welfare for backward classes.
Why it matters
Reflects ongoing political discourse in India regarding caste-based representation and the demand for comprehensive demographic data.
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.
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