The Congress party's OBC Department Advisory Council has unanimously passed a resolution expressing deep gratitude to Rahul Gandhi for his unwavering commitment to social justice and the upliftment of backward and marginalized communities. Referring to him as "Nyay Yodha," the council commended Rahul Gandhi for standing firmly with the backward classes and for consistently raising their concerns on national platforms. The resolution described his leadership as courageous and pivotal in achieving what it called a historic milestone in the fight for equality.
On behalf of all backward classes across India, the council credited Rahul Gandhi for his contribution and stated that while the current achievement is notable, it is only a small step toward realizing the constitutional vision of an egalitarian society. The Congress party reiterated its belief that under Rahul Gandhi’s leadership, the country is on a path toward genuine social transformation rooted in the values of equality, justice, and inclusion.
As part of its renewed push for social justice, the Congress has launched a national campaign with three major demands. The first is the immediate implementation of a national-level caste census by the Census Commission, which must include detailed social, economic, educational, employment, and political data for every citizen. The council recommended that the methodology adopted by Telangana in its caste survey be used as a model for the national exercise.
Secondly, the party called for the removal of the 50% cap on reservations for OBCs in education, government jobs, politics, and other sectors, arguing that this cap unjustly restricts equitable representation. The third key demand is the extension of reservations for OBCs to private educational institutions, as permitted under Article 15(4) of the Constitution.
The resolution, supported by senior Congress leaders including Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, marks a significant move by the party to reassert its focus on social justice and backward class empowerment.
