Lateral entry is a big conspiracy
Former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav, calling for a massive movement against the process of recruitment through lateral entry for 45 senior bureaucratic posts called by the UPSC as an anti-democracy conspiracy of the BJP and RSS, said on social media X (formerly Twitter) that the recent actions of the BJP government have caused deep concern among the citizens, especially those from marginalized communities, who fear the loss of their hard-earned rights. The party’s efforts to fill higher government posts through lateral entry, bypassing the rigorous examinations of the UPSC, raise serious questions about the integrity of the recruitment process and the future of reservation in India.
It is becoming increasingly clear that the BJP is systematically attempting to stack the government with individuals who align with its ideology. By doing so, the party is not only undermining the meritocratic principles that the UPSC stands for but is also threatening to shut the doors of opportunity for millions of aspirants from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). This move, if not challenged, will reduce the chances of these communities to ascend to higher government positions, relegating them to lower-tier jobs while the upper echelons are filled by those with close ties to the ruling party.
It is not coincidental
The timing of this maneuver is not coincidental. The BJP has been facing growing resistance from marginalized communities across the country, who are increasingly aware of the party’s attempts to dilute the Constitution and strip away their rights. The lateral entry scheme appears to be a calculated attempt to sidestep the reservation policy, ensuring that these communities remain underrepresented in key positions of power. By appointing individuals who owe their allegiance to the party rather than the Constitution, the BJP is laying the groundwork for a government machinery that is biased, partisan, and unaccountable to the people it is supposed to serve.
An attack on Democratic fabric
This is not just an attack on reservation; it is an attack on the very fabric of our democracy. The BJP’s actions are a stark reminder that the struggle for in India is far from over. The reservation system was established to correct historical injustices and provide equal opportunities to those who have been systematically marginalized for centuries. It is a constitutional safeguard that ensures a level playing field in a society that remains deeply unequal. By undermining this system, the BJP is attempting to roll back decades of progress.
The implications of this are profound. If the BJP succeeds in its plan, it will create a government apparatus that is not only unrepresentative but also unresponsive to the needs and aspirations of the common people. The voices of the marginalized will be further silenced, and their interests will be sidelined in favor of the corporate elites and the wealthy, who already wield disproportionate influence in our political system.
Time has come for a nationwide movement
This is why the time has come for a nationwide movement against this conspiracy. The BJP’s attempt to appoint its ideological allies to high government posts through the back door must be resisted at all costs. This is not just about protecting the rights of SC, ST, OBC, and EWS communities; it is about safeguarding the democratic principles that form the cornerstone of our nation. If we allow the BJP to get away with this, we risk losing the very essence of what makes India a democracy – a government of the people, by the people, and for the people.
We call upon all citizens, especially government officials and the youth, to join us in this struggle. If the BJP does not withdraw its lateral entry scheme, we must stand united and launch a new movement on October 2nd. This date, symbolically tied to Mahatma Gandhi and the values of social justice and equality he championed, should mark the beginning of a mass resistance against the capture of our government machinery by corporate interests and a narrow, partisan ideology.
This movement is not just about protesting a policy; it is about defending the rights of the common people against a government that seems more interested in serving the interests of the rich and powerful. We must fight to ensure that the government remains accountable to the people and that the principles of equality and social justice are upheld.
We cannot afford to be complacent. The BJP’s strategy is clear:— by placing its own people in key positions, it hopes to consolidate power and implement its agenda without opposition. These handpicked officers, who owe their positions to the party rather than their qualifications or the will of the people, will be more likely to serve the interests of the BJP rather than the nation. This is a direct threat to the integrity and impartiality of our civil services, which have long been the backbone of our democracy.
The consequences of such a move are far-reaching. If the government machinery is filled with individuals who are loyal to a single party, the checks and balances that are essential to a functioning democracy will be eroded. Corruption will likely increase, as there will be fewer mechanisms in place to hold these individuals accountable. Moreover, the policies that emerge from such a system will likely be skewed in favor of the wealthy and powerful, leaving the common people to bear the brunt of exploitation and neglect.
No transparency in the recruitment process
This is why we must act now. We cannot allow the BJP to dismantle the reservation system and stack the government with its own loyalists. We must demand that the government respect the constitutional rights of all citizens, including the right to reservation for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS communities. We must also demand transparency in the recruitment process for high government posts, ensuring that all citizens have an equal opportunity to serve their country.
The time for action is now. We must mobilize, organize, and resist. We must stand together to protect our rights and our democracy. The BJP’s attempt to appoint its ideological allies to high government posts through lateral entry is just the latest in a series of attacks on our Constitution and our rights. If we do not stand up now, we risk losing everything that our ancestors fought for – a free, just, and equal India.
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This is not just a fight for reservation; it is a fight for the soul of our nation. We must not let the BJP succeed in its plans to undermine our democracy and our Constitution. We must fight to ensure that the government remains a true representative of the people, not a tool for the rich and powerful.
Let us unite and stand firm against this conspiracy. Let us show the BJP that the people of India will not be silenced or sidelined. Let us launch a nationwide movement to defend our rights and our democracy. And let us make October 2nd the day we begin this fight – a fight we must win, for the sake of our nation, our Constitution, and our future.