Hyderabad: Rahul Gandhi announced that if the Congress government comes to power, it will conduct financial and institutional surveys to determine the distribution of wealth. This will be followed by steps to redistribute wealth across the country.

He also promised to ensure representation of all communities in every sector. "We will first conduct a caste census to determine the exact population of backward classes, scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, minorities, and other castes. Subsequently, we will take a historic step to redistribute wealth in India. We will provide employment and welfare schemes based on the population of each caste," he stated.

Gandhi highlighted the disparity in representation, stating that backward classes, SCs, STs, minorities, and tribals constitute 90% of India's population but have negligible representation in government jobs and other sectors. He pointed out that out of the 90 IAS officers governing the country, only three are from backward classes, one is adivasi, and three are Dalits.

Gandhi further spoke on the need for equitable representation, stating that officials from backward classes are involved in only Rs 6 out of a total expenditure of Rs 100.

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Bidar: A major protest erupted in front of the district government hospital following a deadly shooting incident involving State Bank of India ATM staff. One staff member was killed, and another critically injured when unidentified assailants opened fire as they attempted to deposit money at the ATM.

The incident drew public outrage, with family members of the victims and local residents gathering outside the hospital. They demanded immediate compensation, job security for a family member, and expedited post-mortem procedures, criticizing the absence of senior officials and government representatives earlier in the day.

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MP Sagar Khandre later arrived to offer condolences and address the protesters' concerns. Responding to demands, he assured that he would discuss the matter with the Chief Minister to arrange for two acres of land and a government job for the victim’s family. Additionally, he confirmed that since the case falls under the Atrocity Act, the Social Welfare Department would provide Rs. 8 lakh in compensation.

Following his assurances, the protest was called off, bringing temporary relief to the tense situation. Police investigations into the robbery and shooting are ongoing, with senior officials, including IGP Ajay Hiroli, overseeing the case.

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