BRS Leader RS Praveen Kumar Demands Cancellation of GO 17
BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar demands cancellation of GO 17, alleging it harms small contractors and violates social justice in Telangana.
In a sharp political statement, BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar demands immediate cancellation of GO 17, alleging that the policy introduced by the Congress government is harmful to small contractors and social justice. He made these remarks during a press conference at Telangana Bhavan in Hyderabad.
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RS Praveen Kumar Criticizes GO 17 Procurement Policy
RS Praveen Kumar stated that GO 17 procurement policy has negatively impacted small and medium contractors.
Key allegations include:
- The policy favors large contractors
- It harms BC, SC, ST, and minority businesses
- It goes against principles of social justice
Unfulfilled Promises on Reservations in Contracts
The BRS leader highlighted that the Congress party had promised reservations in government contracts:
- 42% for Backward Classes (BCs)
- 18% for Scheduled Castes (SCs)
- 12% for Scheduled Tribes (STs)
He claimed that these promises have not been implemented even after more than two years in power.
Allegations of Bias in GO 17 Implementation
Praveen Kumar alleged that:
- GO 17 was introduced under national competitive bidding
- It benefits individuals linked to Congress leaders
- Contracts related to schools and Gurukul institutions are affected
He termed the issue a ₹2,000 crore scam, accusing the government of sidelining smaller contractors.
Strict Conditions Affecting Small Contractors
According to Praveen Kumar, the policy includes:
- Solvency certificates ranging from ₹10 crore to ₹25 crore
- Additional stringent requirements
He argued that these conditions effectively exclude small and medium contractors from participating in tenders.
Reference to Other States and Legal Concerns
The BRS leader pointed out that:
- States like Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh provide preferential policies for local communities
- The Telangana government has ignored High Court directives to amend GO 17
Call for Immediate Cancellation of GO 17
RS Praveen Kumar urged the government to:
- Cancel GO 17 immediately
- Ensure fair opportunities for small contractors
- Consider revoking the order on Ambedkar Jayanti this month
The BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar demand to cancel GO 17 has intensified political debate in Telangana, with allegations of bias, lack of reservations, and impact on small contractors. The issue is expected to remain a key point of contention in state politics.
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