Protests Erupt in Khammam over Irregularities in Dalit Bandu Scheme

Hundreds of Dalits in Budidampadu village, Khammam, protested against the irregularities in the implementation of the Dalit Bandu scheme. The protestors raised black flags and chanted slogans, causing a traffic standstill on the Khammam to Yellandu road. It was discovered that ineligible beneficiaries, including members of the BRS party, were included in the scheme list due to the tip-off from certain BRS party leaders. K Narayana, a prominent protestor, expressed their frustration and demanded a thorough verification process to ensure fair distribution of benefits. The protest disrupted traffic and the local police promised to escalate the issue for a swift resolution. These allegations highlight the need for transparent implementation of government welfare programs.