reddy Commends Gandhi, Raises Concerns Over Bihar Electoral⁣ Process

New Delhi – Former Supreme Court⁢ Justice B Sudershan Reddy, the INDIA bloc’s nominee for Vice President, publicly lauded Congress leader Rahul ⁢Gandhi on Wednesday for his persistent advocacy ‌for social justice and electoral fairness. Reddy⁣ specifically ⁣highlighted Gandhi’s role in ‌prompting the⁣ Telangana​ government to conduct ​a systematic caste census.

Gandhi’s Advocacy for Caste Census

Speaking to reporters,reddy credited Gandhi with ensuring ​that⁢ critical issues remain at the forefront of public discourse. He quoted Rammanohar ​Lohia’s​ assertion,”jab sadak khaamosh hai,sadan awara hoti hai (when‌ the streets are silent,the house becomes unruly),” ‍adding,”Rahul Gandhi doesn’t allow the streets to be silent.”

Reddy ‌explained that Gandhi’s consistent pressure lead to the Telangana government’s decision ⁢to undertake a‌ complete caste ​census.

Pro Tip:‌ Caste census data is crucial for formulating targeted policies to address social and economic ​inequalities.

He expressed hope that the census would ​be conducted systematically and⁣ not merely for superficial appearances.

Concerns Regarding ​Bihar’s ⁤Electoral​ Roll Revision

The INDIA bloc’s Vice-Presidential candidate⁢ also voiced serious concerns about the ongoing Special Intensive ​Revision (SIR)⁤ of the electoral roll in Bihar.He‌ warned that the integrity of ‍universal⁢ adult suffrage is under threat, possibly undermining the foundation of the Indian Constitution.

“The right to vote ‌is the one ⁤and only ⁢instrument or ‌weapon in the hands of the common man,” Reddy stated. “When attempts are made ⁣to snatch it away, then what remains in democracy?” This statement comes‌ amid reports of irregularities⁢ and⁣ concerns about voter list manipulation during the revision process.

Telangana Caste Census and Potential Challenges

Reddy, who previously led an expert ⁣group responsible for the​ Telangana caste census, predicted⁢ that the ​findings would present notable challenges‍ to the current ruling dispensation. He acknowledged the potential for ‍resistance but emphasized the importance ⁢of a​ thorough and unbiased ⁤study.‌

“When the task was⁣ finished, when I was‌ presenting that report… I said now it is going to⁤ be a major challenge to the present⁣ ruling dispensation, and I ‌was proven right,” ⁢Reddy recounted.

Did You Know? The Telangana caste census is one of‍ the most ​comprehensive attempts to quantify⁢ caste demographics in the ‌state.

Political Context and Nomination

Earlier on Wednesday, ‍members of the INDIA bloc convened with Reddy⁣ at the Central Hall of Samvidhan‌ Sadan to‍ discuss strategy and ‌garner support for his candidacy. The ⁣nomination of Reddy,‍ a highly respected jurist, was officially announced by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.

The nomination papers were signed by a broad coalition of INDIA bloc MPs, including Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia ⁤Gandhi, Kharge, DMK MP tiruchi Siva,​ and Samajwadi ‍Party MP Ram gopal Yadav, demonstrating a united front against the ruling party.

The ‌unfolding situation underscores ⁢the growing political tensions ahead of the‌ Vice-Presidential election and the INDIA bloc’s determination to challenge the‌ status quo. Will Reddy’s concerns ​about electoral integrity resonate with voters and ⁢influence the outcome of the​ election?

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