TDP affirms continuation of 4% Muslim quota in Andhra Pradesh: Naidu's son clarifies
Vijayawada: In a recent statement, Nara Lokesh, the general secretary of the Telugu Desam Party and son of former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, has reaffirmed the party's commitment to uphold the 4% reservation for Muslims among other backward classes in Andhra Pradesh.
Lokesh clarified that the objective of this welfare provision is to uplift economically disadvantaged Muslims, emphasizing that it is not a form of appeasement but rather a step towards socio-economic equity.
Highlighting the importance of addressing poverty across all sections of society, Lokesh stressed that a truly developed nation cannot overlook the plight of any marginalized community.
He further asserted that such policies are aimed at fostering inclusivity and creating opportunities for underprivileged groups, emphasizing that the decision to allocate 4% reservation for Muslims was driven by a genuine desire to empower the disadvantaged, rather than for political motives.
This clarification comes in the wake of criticisms leveled against the Muslim reservation during the recent Lok Sabha election campaign, with figures including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah expressing reservations regarding the policy in both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
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UP: Govt hospital staff booked for sexually assaulting woman in pretext of ultrasound test
Gorakhpur (PTI): A hospital employee was booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in the pretext of an ultrasound test here in the district women's hospital, police said on Saturday.
According to the complaint, the woman, a resident of the Gulriha area, visited the district women's hospital on Thursday morning for an ultrasound test.
She was directed to a room, where Abhimanyu Gupta was conducting ultrasounds. When her turn came, the accused allegedly stared at her and told her to remove all her clothes, claiming it was necessary for the test and that a massage would also be required, she said.
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The woman alleged that once she complied, the accused began making obscene advances and tried to force himself on her. When she screamed, he allegedly gagged her, abused her and threatened to kill her before pushing her out of the room.
She said her complaints within the hospital went unheard, forcing her to approach the police.
Taking cognisance of the complaint, the hospital administration constituted a three-member inquiry committee, officials said.
Senior consultant (paediatrics) Dr Jay Kumar said, "The woman has levelled serious allegations against a staff member. Senior officials have been informed, and a departmental inquiry is underway. Strict action will be taken if the charges are proved."
Kotwali Station House Officer Chatrapal Singh said a case has been registered, and efforts are on to nab the accused.
