Hyderabad, July 16, 2025 –
Tension is mounting across Telangana as the much-anticipated BC Reservations Ordinance has officially reached the Raj Bhavan. The Telangana government has sent the ordinance draft proposing an increase in Backward Class (BC) reservations to 42% in local body elections for the Governor’s approval.
Draft Ordinance Sent to Governor
The State Law Department, following the cabinet’s decision, drafted and submitted the ordinance to *Governor Jishtu Dev Varma. The proposed ordinance aims to amend **Section 285(A) of the Panchayat Raj Act, 2018, which currently restricts reservations to *a maximum of 50%. The amendment seeks to remove the phrase “not exceeding 50%,” thereby enabling enhanced representation for BC communities.
Why 42% BC Reservation Matters
This move aligns with the government’s larger push for social justice and inclusive governance in Telangana. If approved, it will pave the way for 42% reservation for BCs in all upcoming local body elections, a historic step in representation.
Political analysts suggest that this decision may significantly impact the upcoming municipal polls and could become a game-changer for BC political empowerment in the state.
What’s Next?
Now, all eyes are on the Governor. His approval is crucial for the ordinance to be enacted into law. Sources within the government indicate confidence, but no official confirmation has been released yet.
Until the Governor signs the ordinance, the implementation remains uncertain, keeping voters, political parties, and social justice activists in suspense.
Key Highlights
- Telangana government proposes 42% reservation for BCs in local body elections.
- Ordinance sent to Governor amending Section 285(A) of Panchayat Raj Act.
- Awaiting Governor’s approval to implement the reservation hike.
- Political observers say this could shift voter dynamics in rural Telangana.