The Telangana government, led by Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), has recently launched a series of welfare initiatives specifically designed to support economically weaker Brahmins. These initiatives include scholarships, financial aid, skill development programs, and pension schemes. However, this move has sparked a crucial question in Uttarakhand, a state with a significant Brahmin population—why has its government not implemented similar welfare schemes for Brahmins?
Telangana’s Brahmin Welfare Push
The Telangana Brahmin Samkshema Parishad, a dedicated welfare board, has been working to uplift underprivileged Brahmins by offering:
✔ Educational scholarships and hostel facilities
✔ Employment and skill development programs
✔ Marriage assistance for Brahmin girls
✔ Financial aid for struggling families and elderly Brahmins
The Telangana government justifies these policies by stating that while Brahmins have historically been in privileged positions, many from the community still struggle financially and require state support.
Uttarakhand’s Lack of Targeted Welfare Policies
Despite being a state where Brahmins hold a strong cultural and political influence, Uttarakhand has no exclusive welfare programs for economically weaker members of the community. While there are general EWS (Economically Weaker Section) benefits available, there is no dedicated board or scheme similar to Telangana’s.
This gap has led to growing concerns within the Brahmin community in Uttarakhand, with many questioning why the state government has not taken proactive measures like Telangana. States such as Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu have already introduced various schemes to support economically weaker Brahmins, making Uttarakhand’s inaction even more noticeable.
Rising Demand for Brahmin Welfare in Uttarakhand
Several community leaders and Brahmin organizations in Uttarakhand have started voicing their demands for targeted financial aid, free coaching for competitive exams, and social security programs. They argue that while Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) receive multiple government benefits, poor Brahmins are often left out.
Will Uttarakhand Government Act?
With Telangana taking the lead and other states following suit, the pressure is mounting on the Pushkar Singh Dhami-led Uttarakhand government to take action. Will Uttarakhand introduce exclusive welfare programs for Brahmins, or will it continue to ignore the growing demands of the community? The coming months will determine whether the state follows Telangana’s example or remains indifferent to the issue.
