Synopsis: The Telangana government plans to issue a GO raising Backward Classes (BC) reservations in local body polls to 42%, fulfilling a Congress pledge. Facing a September 30 High Court deadline, the move awaits gubernatorial assent. Despite logistical and legal challenges, CM Revanth Reddy is pushing for swift implementation, aiming to balance social justice with electoral strategy.

The Congress-led Telangana government is expected to issue a Government Order (GO) soon, raising reservations for Backward Classes (BCs) in local body polls to 42 percent.

The decision, which is likely to be taken by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, will be a bold political gamble.

The move follows a Telangana High Court directive that mandated the completion of local body elections by September 30, 2025

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