Controversy Unfolds Over Telangana's Reservation Rule Amendments

Senior BJP leader K Laxman has criticized the Congress-led Telangana government over amendments to the state's public service examination rules, labeling it a 'conspiracy to end reservation.' Protests have erupted, with the BJP supporting students' demands for the rollback of these changes.

Senior BJP leader K Laxman has accused the Congress government in Telangana of conspiring to terminate reservation through recent amendments to the state public service examination rules, triggering widespread protests among students and political figures.

Laxman vehemently criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, demanding an explanation for the changes that the BJP claims undermine reservation policies. The BJP's OBC Morcha and Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar joined forces with BRS leaders in Hyderabad, rallying behind students calling for postponement of the TSPSC Group 1 services exam.

The amendments have been contentious, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy defending the need for reform, while opposition parties argue it could result in legal challenges. The BJP insists on a rollback to protect reservation interests for SC, ST, and OBC communities.

(With inputs from agencies.)