Revanth Reddy calls on Vaishya community to secure political share

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has called upon the Arya Vaishya community to remain united and secure its due share in politics, saying that collective strength was essential for earning greater respect and representation.

Addressing an Arya Vaishya community meeting on Sunday (September 13, 2026), Revanth Reddy said members of the community were known for their soft-spoken nature, self-respect and foresight. Even though many Arya Vaishyas were economically disadvantaged, they preferred to live with dignity rather than seek recognition as a backward or poor community, he said.

Revanth Reddy recalled the contributions of former Chief Minister Konijeti Rosaiah, particularly his role as Finance Minister at the time of the formation of Telangana. He said Telangana was formed on June 2, 2014, with a surplus budget of ₹16,000 crore, attributing the financial position to the stewardship of Mr. Rosaiah, who had been given opportunities and recognition by the Congress.