Rahul Gandhi Promises to Restore \"Prajala Telangana\" and Champion Caste Census
Hyderabad: Rahul Gandhi, former All India Congress Committee leader, delivered an impassioned speech in Kondagattu, Jagtial during the VijayaBheri yatra, evoking memories of his family's ties to the region and pledging to revitalize the state during a campaign rally.
In his address, Rahul Gandhi reflected on the deep-rooted relationship his family, including Indira and Rajiv Gandhi, shared with the people of Telangana, evoking a sense of nostalgia and unity.
Gandhi went on to express his unwavering commitment to the fight against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), detailing the numerous legal challenges he has faced, including the cancellation of his Parliament membership and the loss of his residence. However, he underlined that his home is not confined to a building but encompasses the entire nation and the towns and villages of Telangana.
He called attention to the complex political landscape in Telangana, where the BJP, BRS, and AIMIM have seemingly joined forces against the Congress party. Gandhi drew a distinction between "Dorala Telangana" and "Prajala Telangana," emphasizing the Congress party's aim to revive the latter, which represents the interests of the common people.
Promising a government that prioritizes the people and Telangana's cadre, Gandhi criticized the alliance between the Chief Minister and the BJP, alleging that they work hand in hand to the detriment of the state's populace. He also pointed out the tactics of the AIMIM in disrupting Congress party efforts, seemingly at the behest of the BJP and BRS.
Gandhi underscored the importance of the Caste Census, which, he believes, will shed light on the equitable distribution of the nation's resources and reveal how various demographic groups are represented. He cited the scarcity of OBC representation among top bureaucrats and its implications for budget control, highlighting the need for greater inclusivity.
The Congress leader argued for better representation for farmers, laborers, and women, as he criticized the ease with which large corporate loans are waived compared to the difficulties faced by struggling farmers. He expressed the need to conduct a Caste Census to address these issues and rewrite India's history.
As he concluded his speech, Rahul Gandhi announced that the Congress party had already ordered a Caste Census in states where they held power. He pledged to fulfill the dreams of Telangana and bring transparency to wealth distribution, with the Caste Census as the first step in the process.
In a parting message, Gandhi rallied his cadre as he likened them to tigers, expressing his confidence in their ability to unseat the current Chief Minister. He emphasized his enduring love and affection for the people of Telangana and vowed to serve them as faithfully as his grandmother Indira Gandhi and father Rajiv Gandhi once did.
Rahul Gandhi's speech resonated with the audience, positioning the Congress party as a staunch advocate for the interests and representation of all sections of the population, with the Caste Census emerging as a central and transformative policy focus.
