Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to Push for 42% Backward Classes Quota in New Delhi, Seeking Ninth Schedule Inclusion

 

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has garnered global attention with his plan to visit New Delhi to advocate for a 42% reservation quota for Backward Classes (BC) to be included in the Ninth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, which would grant it legal protection from judicial review. Accompanied by party MPs, Reddy intends to meet President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to present comprehensive caste survey data and press for the approval of two pending Bills. 

These Bills, focused on implementing BC reservations in education, employment, and local body governance, have been awaiting presidential assent, a critical step for their enforcement.The initiative comes as Telangana prepares for local body elections, mandated by the High Court, where formalizing BC quotas is seen as a priority to address longstanding demands for equitable representation. 

Reddy’s push reflects the state’s commitment to enhancing opportunities for marginalized communities, particularly in light of the upcoming polls. National BC Welfare Association President R Krishnaiah emphasized the need for constitutional clarity on quota percentages, noting that the absence of defined reservation limits in education and employment has hindered progress for Backward Classes across India.

To build broader support, Reddy plans to engage MPs from the INDIA bloc during the Parliament’s Monsoon session, which began on June 21, 2025, aiming to forge a consensus for including the 42% BC quota in the Ninth Schedule. This move would shield the reservation policy from potential legal challenges, ensuring its stability and implementation.

 The Chief Minister’s efforts have sparked widespread discussion, with many viewing the initiative as a pivotal step toward social justice and inclusive development in Telangana, while also highlighting the complexities of caste-based reservations in India’s constitutional framework.

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