R. Krishnaiah

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R. Krishnaiah
Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha
In office 22 June 2022 – 23 September 2024
Preceded by	Suresh Prabhu
Constituency	Andhra Pradesh
Member of Legislative Assembly, Telangana
In office 2 June 2014 – 11 December 2018
Preceded by	Devireddy Sudheer Reddy
Succeeded by	Devireddy Sudheer Reddy
Constituency	Lal Bahadur Nagar
Personal details
Born	(1954-09-13) 13 September 1954 (age 70) Rallagudpally Village, Mominpet Mandalam, Vikarabad district, Telangana
Political party	YSR Congress Party (2022–present)
Other political affiliations	Telugu Desam Party (until 2019)
Spouse	Shabari Devi
Children	Rishi Arun Rani Shweta devi
Residence	Hyderabad

Ryaga Krishnaiah (born 13 September 1954), known as R. Krishnaiah, is an Indian politician and social activist known for his dedicated efforts towards improving the lives of the Other Backward Classes (OBC) across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and India. Over the past 45 years, Krishnaiah has been a prominent voice advocating for the upliftment of OBC communities through various platforms, including politics, education, and legal reforms.

Krishnaiah's political career gained prominence when he was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the L.B. Nagar constituency in 2014, representing the Telugu Desam Party.^[1] His tenure as MLA was marked by his steadfast commitment to championing the rights and welfare of marginalized communities. Throughout his political journey, he has consistently worked to promote policies to increase access to education, employment, and social justice for OBCs.

In 2022, Krishnaiah furthered his political career by being elected to the Rajya Sabha as a representative of the YSR Congress Party^[2] from 2022 until 2024. During his time as a Member of Parliament, Krishnaiah continued to focus on his lifelong mission of advocating for the upliftment of OBC communities. His role in the Rajya Sabha allowed him to influence national policies, bringing attention to issues related to social equality, affirmative action, and the economic empowerment of backward classes.

Krishnaiah is also recognized for his work as an OBC activist and leader, tirelessly advocating for their rights for over three decades. He has been a key figure in improving the social and economic conditions of the OBCs by pushing for better access to education and employment opportunities, especially through government welfare schemes and reservations.^[3]

Krishnaiah's lasting legacy lies in his unwavering commitment to social justice and the upliftment of marginalized communities. His efforts continue to inspire many across the country, especially those fighting for equality and the rights of the oppressed.