BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar launched a fierce criticism of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, accusing him of misleading the public with unfounded allegations against former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao. In a pointed response, Kumar denounced Reddy’s claims that SCs and STs were restricted to sheep rearing under Rao’s leadership, calling them baseless. He highlighted the State government’s failure to support students from social welfare schools, particularly referencing three talented softball players selected for an international tournament in Taiwan, who were denied financial aid. Kumar contrasted this with Rao’s tenure, where prompt support was extended to deserving students. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he vowed to expose the truth behind Reddy’s accusations, accusing the government of neglecting marginalized communities. He criticized the Chief Minister for making populist statements without addressing critical issues, asserting that true leadership requires tangible action rather than rhetoric, especially when it comes to empowering vulnerable sections of society.
BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar launched a vehement and stinging criticism of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, accusing him of distorting facts and misleading the public with what he termed as “fabricated claims” against former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR). Praveen Kumar, a vocal advocate for marginalized communities, expressed strong objections to Reddy’s recent remarks that sought to tarnish KCR’s legacy, particularly in regard to the welfare of Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs).
Accusations Against KCR: A Baseless Allegation
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, in his speech, had accused former CM KCR of systematically denying opportunities to SCs and STs, suggesting that KCR had effectively marginalized these communities, relegating them to traditional roles such as sheep rearing, rather than empowering them through opportunities for upward mobility. These remarks triggered sharp rebuttals from RS Praveen Kumar, who dismissed them as baseless and misleading.
RS Praveen Kumar took to social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to dismantle Revanth Reddy’s claims, ridiculing his assertion that KCR’s government had limited the aspirations of SCs and STs. According to Praveen Kumar, this narrative is not only false but also reflective of an underlying strategy to tarnish KCR’s legacy of inclusion and empowerment.
KCR’s Legacy of Empowerment and Social Upliftment
RS Praveen Kumar, who has been at the forefront of several initiatives aimed at uplifting marginalized communities, emphasized that under KCR’s leadership, the Telangana state government had implemented various welfare schemes and social initiatives that benefited SCs, STs, and other marginalized sections. He highlighted that KCR’s governance was marked by tangible, transformative actions, not mere rhetoric.
One of the most prominent examples he cited was the unprecedented support given to the social welfare residential school system, which serves students from underprivileged communities. He argued that KCR’s government had been proactive in ensuring that talented students from disadvantaged backgrounds had access to quality education and global opportunities.
Failure of Revanth Reddy’s Government in Supporting Talent
In a sharp contrast, RS Praveen Kumar called out Revanth Reddy’s government for its neglect of the same communities that it claimed to champion. As evidence, he pointed to the case of three softball players from social welfare residential schools who were selected to represent India in the Taiwan International Tournament but were denied financial assistance by the state government.
Praveen Kumar revealed that these talented students were unable to receive the necessary financial aid, amounting to a mere Rs 5 lakh, from the current administration. “What will these children do but rear sheep if you do not support them?” he questioned rhetorically, alluding to Revanth Reddy’s earlier comments.
By highlighting this case, Praveen Kumar contrasted the present administration’s failure with KCR’s tenure, during which, he said, financial aid was provided swiftly and generously to deserving students, enabling them to participate in international events. According to him, this lack of support is symptomatic of a broader issue in the current government—its failure to follow through on its promises to the underprivileged.
Hollow Rhetoric vs. Tangible Action
RS Praveen Kumar’s critique went beyond specific instances of governmental neglect. He accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of engaging in “populist, hollow rhetoric” that does little to address the real, structural challenges faced by marginalized communities. He argued that the current administration is more focused on crafting narratives and winning political points than in actually delivering results that benefit the people.
Praveen Kumar positioned KCR’s leadership as the antithesis of Revanth Reddy’s. He stressed that while KCR may have faced his share of criticisms, his tenure was one of tangible action that brought real change to the lives of marginalized communities. Whether it was through welfare schemes, educational initiatives, or financial support for athletes and artists from disadvantaged backgrounds, KCR’s administration had shown a genuine commitment to inclusivity, Kumar asserted.
Social Welfare Schools: A Model of Progress
One of the major initiatives that Praveen Kumar defended was the network of social welfare residential schools that flourished under KCR’s government. These institutions, according to Praveen Kumar, have been instrumental in transforming the lives of children from SC, ST, and other marginalized communities. By providing high-quality education, exposure to global opportunities, and a platform for talents in sports and academics, these schools have helped to break the cycle of poverty that has traditionally afflicted these communities.
Praveen Kumar, himself a product of the social welfare system and a former IPS officer, has often lauded KCR for his role in expanding these schools and allocating resources for their development. Under KCR’s leadership, students from these schools were given opportunities to excel in international competitions and were provided with the necessary financial and institutional support to do so.
The softball players’ case serves as a stark reminder, in Praveen Kumar’s eyes, of how the current administration has failed to carry forward this legacy of support and empowerment.
Political Games vs. Real Leadership
At the core of Praveen Kumar’s criticism is the argument that Revanth Reddy’s government is more concerned with political maneuvering than governance. By making unfounded allegations against KCR, Reddy is trying to rewrite history to suit his political narrative, Kumar charged. However, as Praveen Kumar pointed out, leadership is not about making accusations but about providing real, on-the-ground support to the people who need it the most.
Praveen Kumar further argued that the government’s inability to even provide a small sum for the softball players is indicative of a larger issue—the erosion of support for marginalized communities in the current administration. This lack of action, he said, would only reinforce cycles of poverty and inequality, undermining the progress made under KCR.
A Call to Action
RS Praveen Kumar concluded his scathing remarks with a call to action, urging the current government to stop focusing on divisive politics and instead address the genuine needs of the people. He vowed to continue exposing the government’s failures and holding it accountable for its neglect of marginalized communities.
Praveen Kumar also reassured the public that he would work tirelessly to uphold KCR’s legacy of empowerment and to ensure that the voices of the underprivileged are heard and respected. His message was clear: real leadership is about lifting people up, not tearing others down.
In his sharp criticism of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, RS Praveen Kumar made it clear that the current administration’s focus on populist claims and political accusations is detrimental to the state’s most vulnerable citizens. By contrasting Reddy’s rhetoric with KCR’s tangible achievements, particularly in the area of social welfare and education, Kumar exposed the hollow nature of the accusations against the former Chief Minister. His impassioned defense of KCR’s legacy and call for the government to prioritize action over rhetoric serves as a reminder that true leadership lies in empowering the people, not misleading them.
