Does Telangana CM's Promise of Political Opportunities for Yadav Community Signal Change?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy commits to supporting the Yadav community.
- The Sadar festival is now recognized as a state festival.
- The government aims to address community grievances.
- Political opportunities are being prioritized for the Yadav community.
- The festival showcases the community's reliance on buffaloes.
Hyderabad, Oct 19 (NationPress) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced on Sunday that the state administration prioritizes the Yadav community by offering significant political opportunities and ensuring access to various welfare initiatives.
The Chief Minister attended the "Sadar Sammelan" event organized by the Sri Krishna Sadar Sammelan Utsav Committee in Hyderabad.
During his address, CM Reddy promised the Yadav community that they would receive unwavering support from the state government.
He affirmed that the Telangana government is prepared to resolve all issues faced by the Yadav community.
CM Reddy expressed his commitment to being accessible whenever the community wishes to engage with him.
He reassured the community that the government will facilitate every political opportunity and accord them the respect they deserve.
He urged the community to collaborate for the advancement of Hyderabad.
Referring to the saying "Yadavon ka Khadar.. Hyderabad Sadar," the Chief Minister highlighted the Yadav community's reputation for trust and reliability.
He acknowledged the crucial role the community has played in the establishment and growth of Telangana.
CM Reddy criticized the prior Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) administration for disregarding the Sadar festival, stating that upon assuming power, the Congress government recognized 'Sadar Utsav' as a state festival and allocated funds for it.
State Ministers P. Srinivas Reddy, Ponnam Prabhakar, Vakati Srihari, former Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, State BJP President Ramchander Rao, former MP Anjan Kumar Yadav, and others were in attendance.
The Sadar festival, also known as the buffalo carnival, is an annual celebration by the Yadav community in Hyderabad during Diwali.
Buffalos are adorned with floral garlands and painted horns, parading through the streets.
Participants celebrate with traditional teen maar music.
Prizes are awarded to owners of the finest bulls during the festivities.
Members of the Yadav community travel from various regions of the country to participate in this annual event, referred to as 'Dunnapothula Panduga.'
The festival reflects the Yadav community's reliance on buffaloes for their livelihood.
Established in 1942, the Sadar festival was officially designated as a state festival by the Telangana government last year, emphasizing its cultural importance and boosting tourism.