Adivasi Rally in Utnoor Demands Delisting of Lambadas From ST List
Protest leaders sought a state report backing a Supreme Court challenge to Lambadas’ 1976 inclusion.
Overview
- Thousands gathered for the Adivasula Dharma Yuddam in Utnoor, calling for removal of Lambadas from the Scheduled Tribes list.
- Organizers urged the Telangana government to submit a supportive response to a Supreme Court notice on a petition alleging improper 1976 inclusion.
- Police deployed in large numbers with Additional DGP Mahesh Bhagwat supervising on site as authorities monitored the event closely.
- Khanapur MLA Vedma Bojju said he will take Adivasi leaders to meet Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to press for a favorable state report.
- Speakers argued Lambadas’ classification limits Adivasi access to reserved education and jobs, as multiple tribal organizations pledged support.