Not merely asking 'special category status' for the state

The special category status to this residual State of Andhra Pradesh was imminent and necessary

Sir, the Presidential Address does not mention the grant of special category status to the residuary State of Andhra Pradesh and I would like to explain the facts. The then hon. Prime Minister of this country on 20th February, 2014 had assured on the floor of this august House that the special category status would be granted. Though it is not incorporated in Andhra Pradesh Reorganization Act, it is an assurance that has been given by the then hon. Prime Minister which has not been adhered to. 

The second point is, the Union Cabinet on 3rd March, 2014 had taken a