Dr. K.A. Paul attacks BJP’s caste politics, promises real change through decentralized growth
New Delhi: In a major boost to the Praja Shanti Party (PSP), its president and Global Peace Ambassador Dr. K.A. Paul on Monday welcomed two high-profile figures into the party fold: Andhra Pradesh Additional Superintendent of Police Theophilus Monty and international entrepreneur Ch. Venkatesh. The announcement was made during a press conference at Andhra Bhawan in New Delhi.
The induction of Mr. Monty, who resigned from his police post just a day earlier, and Mr. Venkatesh, a business leader with global ties and experience advising governments, signals PSP’s growing push to attract professionals and reform-minded individuals ahead of the upcoming general elections.
Addressing the media, Dr. Paul launched a strong critique of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing it of engaging in caste-based favoritism in Andhra Pradesh. He questioned the recent appointments of two upper-caste leaders to top party positions without internal elections, arguing that this contradicted the BJP’s self-proclaimed image as a champion of backward classes.
“I am not against Brahmins — some of my closest friends and advisors are Brahmins,” Dr. Paul clarified. “But if the BJP calls itself a BC party, why were prominent leaders like Bandi Sanjay, Deputy Home Minister Etela Rajender, and MP D. Arvind sidelined?”
He further highlighted the complete absence of Muslim and Christian MPs among the BJP’s 240+ representatives in Parliament, calling into question the party’s commitment to inclusive governance.
Dr. Paul said the political landscape in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh is undergoing a shift, with growing discontent within parties such as BJP, Congress, Jana Sena, and BRS. “Many leaders are engaging with PSP because they believe in real representation and reform,” he claimed.
On the economic front, the PSP chief criticised the central government for allowing national debt to more than double over the last decade and failing to address the rising unemployment crisis. He called for a new development model centred around decentralised industrial growth and entrepreneurship, particularly in the Telugu-speaking states.
Mr. Theophilus Monty, in his first public address after joining the PSP, said his decision was driven by a desire to serve the public beyond the boundaries of government service. “With 60% of India’s population being youth and unemployment rampant, we need honest and transparent leadership. I believe Dr. K.A. Paul offers that alternative,” he said.
Echoing the sentiment, Mr. Venkatesh said his move into politics was driven by policy concerns rather than personal ambition. “India’s growing economic divide and job crisis demand new thinking. PSP gives professionals like me a chance to contribute to national development,” he noted.
Dr. Paul also underscored the PSP’s commitment to inclusivity, promising leadership representation from backward classes, Dalits, minorities, women, and professionals. He emphasized that the party’s focus would remain on public welfare rather than personality cults or caste allegiances.
In recent months, PSP has welcomed over 120 senior figures from South India, including revolutionary singer Gaddar, retired IAS officers Danamayya and D. Rosaiah, and former BJP MP and Karnataka DGP H.T. Sangliana.
With plans to contest multiple seats in the forthcoming general elections, the Praja Shanti Party is positioning itself as a credible alternative to both national and regional parties, which Dr. Paul says have failed to deliver on promises of inclusion and development.
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