Question BJP’s decision to cancel 4% quota for backward Muslims

Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has accused the TDP, led by Chandrababu Naidu, and JSP, led by Pawan Kalyan, of aligning with the BJP, which promises to cancel the 4% reservation for Muslims.
In a bold stand to safeguard minority rights, CM Jagan challenged Naidu’s sincerity, labelling his gestures toward the minority community as mere political posturing.
Jagan Mohan Reddy said, “The 4% reservation for Muslims must remain untouched. This is my stance! Will Chandrababu Naidu have the audacity to confront Modi on this issue? Will he distance himself from the NDA coalition? What is the rationale behind this alliance? Why the charade of empathy? Why align with the NDA, which opposes Muslim reservation, while perpetuating deceit in your public addresses?”
Asserting that the 4% reservation for minority brethren is not based on religious grounds but rather on backwardness, CM Jagan clarified, “These reservations do not apply to the upper castes among Muslims. This 4% reservation is solely for backward classes.”
Further addressing the BJP and other opposition parties, CM Jagan criticised the politicisation of such reservations, emphasising the moral imperative to uphold constitutional provisions for Backward Classes across all religions. “We stand in solidarity with minorities on issues like 4% reservation, NRC, CAA, and any concerns pertinent to minority communities. Minority sentiments will find unwavering support from Jagan and his party,” he affirmed, highlighting his party’s allocation of seven Assembly seats to minorities out of 175.
In a rally in Hindupur, CM Jagan lambasted Opposition leader Chandrababu Naidu for spreading misinformation about the Land Titling Act.
Dismissing Naidu’s falsehoods, CM Jagan reassured the public of his commitment to protecting their land rights.
“I am a provider of land, not a usurper. Beware of the falsehoods propagated by Chandrababu Naidu in his quest for power. The Land Titling Act, enacted by the Centre, ensures that farmers retain complete ownership of their lands. My government will ensure that your land remains secure and undisputed,” declared CM Jagan.
CM Jagan urged voters to recognise the significance of the upcoming elections, saying that the outcome would shape Andhra Pradesh’s destiny for the next five years. Highlighting the numerous welfare schemes undertaken by his government, CM Jagan noted the unprecedented fulfilment of 99% of the promises outlined in the party’s manifesto.
Aiming at the previous TDP administration, CM Jagan questioned the absence of significant welfare initiatives during their tenure and challenged voters to recall any substantial contributions made by the opposition party to the welfare of the people.