NEW DELHI: In a significant development, Senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament, Er. Gulam Ali Khatana, today assured the Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) communities that no changes will be made to the existing reservation rules. This assurance comes in response to concerns raised over the Supreme Court’s recent discussion of the “quota within quota” concept.
The statement follows a crucial meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a delegation of SC/ST Members of Parliament, including Khatana. The meeting, described as productive, addressed the apprehensions of these communities regarding potential alterations to the current reservation system.
“Quota within quota is merely an opinion of the Supreme Court, but the government will not make any changes in existing reservation rules,” Khatana stated emphatically. His words aim to allay fears that have arisen among various factions within the SC/ST communities, who worried that such a move could lead to further divisions.
Khatana emphasized the importance of the meeting with the Prime Minister, saying, “The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, met with a delegation of SC/ST MPs and reiterated the government’s commitment and resolve for the welfare and empowerment of the SC/ST communities.” This statement underscores the BJP-led government’s dedication to addressing the concerns of these historically marginalized groups.
The BJP leader also took the opportunity to highlight the Modi government’s overarching philosophy of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” (Together with All, Development for All). This principle has been a cornerstone of the NDA government’s approach since it came to power in 2014. Khatana asserted that this commitment to inclusive development remains unwavering, stating, “The Modi government believes in the welfare of all its citizens, irrespective of their caste and religion.”
In a cautionary note, Khatana urged SC/ST communities not to be swayed by what he described as misinformation being spread by opposition parties. He emphasized the government’s track record in fulfilling its promises, saying, “From the very first day, when in 2014 PM Modi took the reins of the country, he gave the slogan of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’, and the government is fulfilling each and every word it promised.”
The assurances provided by Er. Gulam Ali Khatana are likely to have a significant impact on the ongoing discourse surrounding SC/ST reservations and broader issues of social justice and equity. By addressing these concerns directly and providing reassurance from the highest levels of government, the BJP aims to solidify its support base among these key demographics
“The Modi government, through its actions and policies, seeks to reaffirm its commitment to an inclusive India, where every citizen has the opportunity to thrive, irrespective of their background. The SC/ST communities, who have historically been marginalized, are at the forefront of the BJP’s agenda for social upliftment,” Khatana added.
