Hyderabad, October 15, 2024 — K.T. Rama Rao, the Working President of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and former minister, has accused the Congress government of completely corrupting the education sector in the state. Speaking out against the current state of affairs, KTR emphasized that the government has failed to address crucial issues affecting students and educational institutions.
“The Congress government has degraded to the point where it cannot even pay rent for Gurukula buildings or provide fee reimbursements to college owners. They cannot supply rice to those in need,” KTR stated, expressing his frustration with the situation.
The indefinite closure of degree and PG private colleges across the state has led to significant suffering among students, with many taking to the streets as they are forced to abandon their studies. KTR highlighted that poor students are particularly affected, as they are denied access to education due to the lack of fee reimbursements and scholarships.
“How can a government that spends Rs. 1.5 lakh crores fail to provide funds for rent, fee reimbursement, and scholarships?” he questioned, stressing the urgency of the matter. He criticized the absence of an education minister in the state and called out the Chief Minister for being indifferent to the pressing problems within the education sector.
KTR urged immediate action to prevent further losses to students in the state. “How long has the Chief Minister been occupied with sending parcels to Delhi? Revanth Reddy’s government is jeopardizing the lives of lakhs of students,” he remarked, suggesting that the focus on sending parcels to the national capital is not benefiting the students at all.
The BRS leader reiterated that despite warnings of indefinite shutdowns from colleges, the government remains unresponsive. “This is merely an ant sting for the government,” he added, demanding immediate payment of reimbursement dues and scholarships.
KTR concluded with a strong message: “The BRS will not tolerate injustice to students.”
