The state-wide bandh called by the Telangana Backward Classes Joint Action Committee (BC JAC), demanding 42% reservation for BCs, received widespread support across Jogulamba Gadwal district on Friday. The protest was marked by unity among leaders from various political parties, community organizations, and social groups, and remained peaceful under tight police security.

Congress Party Extends Strong Support

At Erravalli Chowrasta, senior Congress leader, former Alampur MLA, and AICC Secretary Dr. S.A. Sampath Kumar participated in the bandh, expressing full solidarity with the BC JAC movement. The protest was organized under the leadership of District OBC Chairman Nallareddy and Erravalli Mandal President Venkatesh.

Local business establishments voluntarily closed in support of the ba

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