The TDP quit the NDA government in 2018 on the issue of special category status. The party also moved a no-confidence motion against the government in the Lok Sabha before leaving the NDA.Under the special category status, states will get preferential treatment, and 90 percent of funds under centrally sponsored schemes are contributed by the Centre. The states are required to contribute just 10 percent.However, the Modi government had cited the 14th Finance Commission’s report to rule out special category status for any more states.“I cannot comment on what the Finance Minister said. Our leader has clearly said that the development of the state is our main agenda. We will stick to that and will work with the NDA to ensure stability and development,” said Devarayalu.Meanwhile, taking a jibe at both chief ministers, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh asked if they would walk the talk on the issue. He also questioned NDA partner Telugu Desam Party for not pressing for the special category status for Andhra Pradesh. “The JD(U) has just passed a resolution reiterating the demand for special category status and central assistance to Bihar. Will the CM summon the courage to have the state cabinet also pass such a resolution? Will the CM of Bihar walk the talk?” Ramesh said in a post on X.
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