Hyderabad: BRS chief and former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao paid tributes on Basaveshwara birth anniversary on Monday and called for continued efforts towards social justice and equality.
In a statement, he described Basaveshwara as a visionary reformer who fought against caste barriers and social discrimination. He said Basaveshwara promoted equality and upheld the dignity of labour through his teachings.
He stated that these ideals continued to remain relevant. Therefore, he stressed the need to apply them in present-day governance and society.
Welfare initiatives reflect Basaveshwara birth anniversary ideals
K. Chandrashekhar Rao said several welfare programmes implemented during the BRS government in Telangana were inspired by such principles. He added that these initiatives had improved the lives of Dalit and Bahujan communities across the state.
He further said that working for the welfare of all sections remained the most appropriate way to honour Basaveshwara. He urged people to follow these ideals and contribute to building a society rooted in equality, justice, and human values.