Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy spoke with Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Sunday about the BC reservation case pending in the Supreme Court. Their phone conversation focused on the legal strategy for the upcoming hearing.
The Telangana government had earlier issued GO No. 9, which reserved 42 percent of local body election seats for Backward Classes. This included ZPTC, MPTC, Sarpanch, and Ward Member positions. In response, petitioner Vanga Gopal Reddy approached the Supreme Court, arguing that the total quota breached the 50 percent limit set by previous judgments.
Following the discussion, Bhatti was instructed to travel to Delhi and oversee the legal proceedings. He will be accompanied by state ministers and PCC chief Mahesh Goud. Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi will argue on behalf of the state government.
Telangana finalises arguments as courts examine BC reservation policy
CM Revanth Reddy reviewed the key legal points with Bhatti and finalised the state’s stand. He also stressed the importance of defending the Assembly-approved quota law. According to the government, the reservation reflects its commitment to social justice.
Meanwhile, the Telangana High Court questioned the decision to proceed with local elections while the case remains under judicial review. It also asked why the government issued the GO before the Governor cleared the reservation bill. Another related petition, filed by Madhav Reddy, will be heard on October 8.
The legal dispute has triggered political debate across the state. While the opposition calls it unconstitutional, the government insists it is acting within legal and moral bounds. The outcome of the Supreme Court hearing will likely impact the local election schedule.
