Bangalore, 16 July (H.S.) : Chief Minister Siddaramaiah described the first meeting of the AICC All India OBC Advisory Committee as highly successful and praised Rahul Gandhi, a champion of justice, for his courage and commitment to social justice.

Speaking to the media after the meeting, CM Siddaramaiah read out the Bengaluru Declaration from the first meeting:

The AICC OBC Advisory Committee expresses gratitude to Rahul Gandhi, a warrior for justice, for his courage in ensuring social justice for neglected sections of society and his special concern for backward classes. Due to Rahul Gandhi’s resolute determination, the Manuvadi Modi government was compelled to conduct a caste census in India, a just and constitutional demand. The committee wholeheartedly commends Rahul Gandhi for this historic achievement on behalf of all backward classes in India.

While this is a milestone, it is a small step toward ensuring social justice as envisioned by the Constitution. Under the steadfast leadership of Rahul Gandhi, India will realize the highest constitutional goal of social transformation, paving the way for building an equitable society in our great nation.

Under the bold and fearless leadership of Rahul Gandhi, we pledge to uphold the Congress party’s flag and fight to secure social justice for all.

Resolutions:

1. A nationwide caste census should be conducted by the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India (ORGI). The census must include social, economic, educational, employment, and political aspects of every caste and individual, using Telangana’s SEEEP Caste Survey as a model.

2. The 50% cap on reservations should be relaxed to provide adequate reservations for backward classes in education, economy, politics, and other fields.

3. Reservations should be implemented in private educational institutions as per Article 15(5) of the Constitution.

Hindusthan Samachar / Rakesh Mahadevappa