Vijayawada: Telugu Desam national president and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has called upon party leaders and cadre to vigorously take the Mahanadu resolution on 33 per cent reservation for women to the grassroots, describing it as a landmark initiative capable of bringing about significant changes in Indian politics.
Addressing TD general secretaries, zonal in-charges, and senior leaders through a video conference, the Chief Minister reviewed the success of the party’s annual Mahanadu conclave held in a hybrid format for the first time, apart from organisational issues and the party’s future action plan.
Congratulating party leaders, organisers and cadre for making the Mahanadu a grand success, Naidu said the party’s decision to provide 33 per cent reservation for women has now become a topic of discussion throughout the country. The Chief Minister disapproved remarks made by senior Telangana TD leader Bakkani Narsimhulu. He said leaders must exercise caution while speaking about regions with a rich historical background and ensure that public sentiments are not hurt.
“Telugu people are one community wherever they live. Telugu Desam had been born on Telangana soil and continues to enjoy a strong cadre base there. The party has played a significant role in promoting social justice and development in Telangana,” Naidu maintained. Speaking informally to media at the NTR Bhavan later, the TD national president launched a fresh attack on the YSRC, alleging that its perception within public as a “hatchet party” is growing stronger. Referring to the murder of former minister Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy, he said the legal battle being pursued by Viveka’s daughter Sunitha is justified and has kept the case alive.
“Sunitha has every right to know who killed her father. Her fight has ensured that the case remains in the public eye,” he remarked. On the Central Women’s Reservation Bill and delimitation of constituencies, Naidu said the Narendra Modi government appears determined to move ahead with both the measures, which could bring about far-reaching political changes. He maintained that the two issues should not be viewed separately. He felt opinions of former critics may have changed over time.
The Chief Minister observed that Andhra Pradesh could face disadvantages whether delimitation is based on the 2011 Census or on fresh population figures. Increasing the existing number of Assembly and Parliamentary constituencies by 50 per cent, he suggested, would ensure that no state suffers losses. Later, several aspirants seeking Rajya Sabha tickets met Naidu at NTR Bhavan. They included Varla Ramaiah, Kambhampati Ram Mohan Rao and Reddappagari Srinivasa Reddy.
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