Hyderabad: Congress MPs from Telangana are prepared to raise major state concerns as the Parliament winter session is set to begin today. Moreover, party leaders issued clear instructions, and the Telangana BC reservations debate remained their top priority.
MPs listed several demands linked to state development. They planned to seek new railway lines and additional funds under the Urban Challenge Fund. Their agenda also included the Regional Ring Road, the Regional Ring Rail and the Moosi River works. Furthermore, they intended to push airport proposals in Warangal, Kothagudem and Peddapalli.
Congress leaders said national issues needed equal attention. Rahul Gandhi’s comments on vote theft influenced their stand, and the Bihar incidents intensified the debate. Errors in voter lists and alleged interference created further concerns for MPs.
Telangana BC reservations debate shapes the core strategy
The issue gained momentum after the state government introduced a 42 per cent quota plan. It introduced bills, issued an ordinance and later returned the matter to the Assembly. The courts struck down an earlier GO, and therefore elections proceeded under the old rules. BC groups condemned GO 46 and criticised the panchayat poll process with strong objections.
Several BC organisations sought intervention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They demanded legal backing for 42 per cent reservations and also requested inclusion in the Ninth Schedule. They urged the Chief Minister, ministers and MPs to act decisively during this session.
Ruling party BC leaders pressed the state government for stronger efforts in Delhi. Consequently, political groups watched how MPs would handle the Telangana BC reservations debate as the session moved forward.
Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka held a detailed review with MPs. He asked them to seek a special discussion and file adjournment motions in the specified format. He also stated that the Chief Minister would travel to Delhi if the Prime Minister offered time.
A joint review followed with MPs from Congress and the BJP. Officials presented 47 issues from 12 departments through a structured briefing. Bhatti then urged MPs to work as a team and push state concerns with clear coordination. He added that Delhi-based officials would provide documents required for submissions to Central ministries.
Earlier letters on irrigation, power and GST issues remained available in Delhi. Hence, MPs could use those documents for follow-up. Members also placed their personal priorities before the team during the meeting.
Congress sources expected strong emphasis on BC reservations during the winter session. They added that delays in Central funds and several pending state demands would also receive focus. Therefore, the Telangana BC reservations debate would remain central to the party’s Parliament strategy.