Telangana Issues G.O.Rt.No.490: Cabinet Sub-Committee Formed for Rohit Vemula Bill 2026 on Identity-Based Discrimination

The Government of Telangana has officially issued G.O.Rt.No.490 dated April 17, 2026, constituting a Cabinet Sub-Committee to study and recommend legislation on the “Rohit Vemula Telangana (Prevention of Identity Based Discrimination in Higher Education) Bill, 2026.”

As per the order issued by the General Administration (Cabinet) Department, the committee has been tasked with making recommendations and suggestions for framing a suitable law to address identity-based discrimination in higher education institutions.

Cabinet Sub-Committee Members Under G.O.Rt.No.490

The government order clearly outlines the composition of the Cabinet Sub-Committee:

Committee Composition:

• Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu – Chairman
• N. Uttam Kumar Reddy – Member
• Damodar Rajanarasimha Cilarapu – Member
• Duddilla Sridhar Babu – Member
• Ponnam Prabhakar – Member

Additionally, the Special Chief Secretary to Government, Scheduled Caste Development Department has been appointed as the Convenor of the Sub-Committee.

Objective of Rohit Vemula Telangana Bill 2026

The Rohit Vemula Telangana Bill 2026 aims to:

• Prevent identity-based discrimination in higher education
• Ensure equal treatment and opportunities for students
• Strengthen institutional accountability mechanisms
• Promote inclusive and safe academic environments

The formation of this committee marks a structured step toward drafting a dedicated anti-discrimination law.

Key Directions in Government Order G.O.Rt.No.490

As per the official order:

• The committee will study existing frameworks and gaps
• It will submit its recommendations at the earliest
• The initiative is issued by order and in the name of the Governor of Telangana
• The order is signed by K. Ramakrishna Rao

Focus on Higher Education Reforms in Telangana

The Telangana government’s decision under G.O.Rt.No.490 highlights its focus on:

• Strengthening student protection policies
• Addressing social discrimination in campuses
• Ensuring a fair and inclusive higher education system

This move is expected to have a significant impact on universities and colleges across Telangana.

Telangana Moves Towards Anti-Discrimination Law in Higher Education

With the issuance of G.O.Rt.No.490 on April 17, 2026, Telangana has taken a decisive step toward enacting the Rohit Vemula Telangana (Prevention of Identity Based Discrimination in Higher Education) Bill, 2026. The Cabinet Sub-Committee, led by Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu, will play a crucial role in shaping the legislation.

The move reinforces Telangana’s commitment to eliminating identity-based discrimination in higher education and ensuring justice and equality for students.

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