MRPS Leaders Demand 11% Reservation Quota for Madiga Community Based on Caste Census

The Madiga Reservation Porata Samithi (MRPS) has formally demanded that reservation quotas for the Madiga community in Telangana be fixed at 10–11%, aligning with their population proportion as revealed by recent census data. During a press conference held in Hyderabad, MRPS State President Govindu Naresh Madiga cited findings from the Socio, Economic, Educational, Employment Political Caste Survey (SEEEPC). The report substantiates the long-standing assertion by MRPS founder Manda Krishna Madiga that the Madiga caste is the single largest demographic group in Telangana, comprising approximately 10.3% of the state's population. The leadership argues that current reservation allocations do not accurately reflect this demographic reality and are therefore unjust. By demanding a quota increase based on empirical survey results, the MRPS aims to secure equitable political and educational representation for the community. This development highlights ongoing tensions regarding caste-based affirmative action policies in the region and underscores the significant influence of caste demographics on local political discourse and policy formulation in Telangana.