Hyderabad: The BJP in Telangana on Thursday extended full support to the November 3 statewide bandh called by private college managements, demanding the immediate release of ₹900 crore in pending fee reimbursement arrears from the Congress government.
State BJP president N. Ramchander Rao met with a delegation of private college representatives who briefed him on the financial strain caused by the prolonged delay in clearing dues. They said many institutions are struggling to pay staff salaries and maintain operations due to non-payment of funds for over four years.
BJP slams government over broken promises
Announcing his party’s support, Rao criticised the Congress government for failing to honour repeated assurances. “Teachers are losing jobs, and students are at risk of losing an academic year,” he warned.
He accused Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, who also holds the Education portfolio, of neglecting the sector and “playing with students’ futures.” Rao recalled that private colleges had previously postponed a strike after the government promised to release funds before Dussehra and Diwali. “The government has betrayed that promise, leaving the colleges with no option but to resume protests,” he said.
BJP vows continued support to students and institutions
Rao asserted that the BJP would continue its agitation until the demands of students, teachers, and educational institutions are met. He said the party would stand by all educational stakeholders affected by the government’s inaction.
The bandh on November 3 is expected to draw participation from hundreds of private colleges across Telangana.