Synopsis
In a recent statement, H. D. Kumaraswamy criticized Siddaramaiah for allegedly favoring his Kuruba community while neglecting the interests of Vokkaligas and Lingayats. He challenged the Chief Minister on the distribution of benefits under the 2A category, highlighting disparities in job allocations and admissions to professional courses.Key Takeaways
- Kumaraswamy accuses Siddaramaiah of bias towards Kuruba community.
- Questions the fairness of benefit distribution in the 2A category.
- Calls for transparency regarding job allocations and educational admissions.
- Urges the examination of official data available at CET office.
- Stresses the need for truth and justice for all communities.
Bengaluru, April 16 (NationPress) Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H. D. Kumaraswamy on Wednesday criticized Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for favoring his community, Kuruba, while targeting Vokkaligas and Lingayats.
In a statement addressing the matter, Kumaraswamy questioned, "Who are the individuals receiving the largest share of benefits under the most backwards 2A category?"
Challenging Siddaramaiah regarding the allocation of benefits under the 2A category, Union Minister Kumaraswamy remarked: "There are 101 castes in the 2A category, and there is a 15 percent reservation share. Who has taken the largest portion in this? And what role did you play in this appropriation? Speak the truth."
He highlighted that official statistics indicate members of the Kuruba community obtaining the highest number of jobs in Groups A, B, C, and D, admissions to professional courses, and all other associated benefits under 2A.
Referring to professional education fields like medical, dental, engineering, D. Pharm, B. Pharma, agriculture, etc., he inquired how many children from each of the 101 castes under the 2A have gained admission.
"Who acquired the largest share of these seats and benefits?" the Union Minister questioned.
He further mentioned that comprehensive data is accessible at 18th Cross in Malleswaram (CET office), suggesting that it could be examined.
Among the 101 communities within the 2A category, he addressed the other 100 communities: "You know very well who has captured the lion's share of your right. Yet you remain silent - why? Will cursing Lingayats and Vokkaligas fill your stomach? Will your children get justice?"
The Union Minister stated: "Who has consumed the largest share of resources under the most backwards 2A category? Even now, speak the truth, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. I await your response. Satyameva Jayate. Let truth prevail."
