Bhim Army Chief Chandrasekhar Azad praised Telangana’s schemes and programs, particularly Dalit Bandhu, for helping uplift Dalits. He sees Telangana as a role model for the whole country. Azad also expressed admiration for Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao’s efforts in empowering Dalits and enabling them to gain self-respect.
During his visit to Hyderabad, Azad had a meeting with Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao. They discussed issues related to Dalits, such as the ruler’s attitudes towards them, caste-based divisions, social discrimination, and restrictions on food habits faced by Dalit communities across the country.
Azad hopes that Telangana’s Dalit development activities will help solve problems faced by Dalits nationwide in the future. He praised the unique nature of the Dalit Bandhu scheme and its success stories that have brought about positive changes in the lives of Dalit communities. The scheme aligns with Dr. BR Ambedkar’s vision of promoting Dalits as entrepreneurs.
Azad also appreciated CM KCR’s admiration for Ambedkar, as shown by the installation of India’s largest statue of Ambedkar in Hyderabad and the naming of the state secretariat after him. He recognized CM KCR’s vision behind the Dr. BR Ambedkar Secretariat, which aims to develop Dalits and other oppressed communities.
Furthermore, Azad commended the implementation of the Ambedkar Overseas Education Fund Scheme, which provides financial assistance to Dalit students for studying in foreign universities.
