3 January, 2025; Hyderabad witnessed a significant gathering of thousands from the backward classes as Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader and Member of Legislative Council (MLC) K Kavitha made a passionate appeal for addressing key issues of social justice. Speaking at a public meeting, she emphasized the urgent need for a caste census and increased reservations for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in Telangana.
MLC Kavitha reiterated her demand that the central government conduct a caste census as part of the upcoming general census scheduled for 2025. “We are demanding that the central government immediately conduct the caste census. This is crucial for ensuring that the benefits of government policies reach the most marginalized sections of society,” she stated.
Further, she pressed the Congress-led Telangana state government to implement a 42% reservation for OBC communities in local bodies. According to her, such measures are essential for achieving equitable representation and empowering backward communities.
“These two demands are our primary focus today,” she declared. “Thousands of people from backward classes across the state have gathered here to voice their support. Our fight will continue until both these demands are met.”
K Kavitha’s statement highlights the growing demand for a caste census, which is seen as a pivotal step to understanding the socio-economic realities of various communities in India. Proponents of the caste census argue that it would help policymakers create more targeted welfare measures for underprivileged groups.
The call for enhanced OBC reservations in local bodies has also gained traction in Telangana. Backward class communities have long sought increased political representation, which they believe is vital for ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes.
The event showcased the collective resolve of the backward classes in Telangana, with participants expressing solidarity with MLC Kavitha’s demands. The movement for a caste census and OBC reservation aligns with a broader national discourse on the need for data-driven policymaking and inclusive governance.
As the 2025 census approaches, the demand for a caste-based enumeration and its potential implications for India’s socio-political landscape will likely remain a subject of intense debate. For now, leaders like K Kavitha are ensuring that the voices of the backward classes are amplified and their rights are brought to the forefront of national attention.
