KTR pledges to champion polytechnic students' concerns in the Telangana Assembly

On Thursday, while en route to a public meet‑up in Miryalaguda, BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao – better known as KTR – was approached by a small group of polytechnic students gathered just outside Mahatma Gandhi University. The youngsters, uneasy about the future of their colleges, laid out a bundle of concerns ranging from the ownership of college land to the direction of technical education in the state.

“We’re worried the valuable land on which our institutes sit might be eyed for other projects,” one student said, gesturing toward the sprawling campus. Another added, “Our curriculum needs a revamp – more hands‑on experience, less theory.” KTR listened attentively, nodding as each point was made.

When asked what he could do, KTR promised a concrete answer: “I will raise these issues as a top priority when the Assembly convenes on September 7,” he declared. He stressed that the matter would stay on the agenda until the government offered a clear response and the problems were resolved.

Beyond the immediate land dispute, KTR hinted at broader reforms. He spoke of adopting a “dual education” model – a blend of classroom learning and workplace training similar to Germany’s apprenticeship system. “Imagine students spending part of their week in a workshop, gaining real‑world skills while still in college,” he mused. The idea, he said, could reshape technical education, making graduates more employable and industry‑ready.

He also urged the state to explore “practice schools” and structured apprenticeships, stressing that any policy must keep the students’ future at its core. “We cannot let bureaucracy stall progress. Our youth deserve a curriculum that matches the demands of today’s economy,” KTR affirmed.

The students left the encounter feeling reassured, their concerns now carrying the weight of a senior leader’s promise. As KTR’s convoy rolled away, he reminded them, “You have nothing to fear – the BRS will push this hard in the Assembly.” The meeting, though brief, underscored a growing demand for transparent, forward‑looking educational policies in Telangana.