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Hans India
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
BRS doing propaganda on Jurala, Manjeera: Uttam
Hyderabad: StateIrrigation, Food & Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy on Saturday strongly condemned what he described as the propaganda and 'highly condemnable disinformation' being spread by BRS leaders over the condition of old irrigation projects such as Jurala and Manjeera. He said that the issues being witnessed today in these projects were directly the result of BRS's ten-year-long negligence and failure to carry out even routine maintenance, not because of any fault of the Congress government. He underlined that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy had personally taken interest in safeguarding Jurala dam by acting decisively to sanction ₹100 crore for an alternative bridge. Revanth's move was intended to reduce heavy vehicular traffic on the Jurala dam surface and prevent any long-term damage to the dam structure, he explained. 'Revanth Reddy himself was particular that Jurala must be protected, and he ensured this sanction today,' Uttam Kumar Reddy said. He stressed that allegations regarding ropes and stroke gates at Jurala were a non-issue, and engineers and technical experts had clearly confirmed there was no threat to the dam's operations. 'BRS leaders are simply trying to do propaganda and mislead farmers, instead of owning up to their failures,' he charged. He reaffirmed that the Congress government was sincere and fully committed to properly maintaining all old projects while also building new ones for the long-term irrigation needs of Telangana. 'We are systematically restoring every project they ignored - Jurala, Manjeera, Nagarjuna Sagar, SRSP, Kalwakurthy, Koilsagar, Bhima – on priority for Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme. Our goal is to make the entire undivided Mahabubnagar district green and lush again,' he stated. Uttam Kumar Reddy, who inspected Jurala along with Minister Vakiti Srihari, Planning Board Vice-Chairman Dr G Chinna Reddy, MLAs Bandla Krishna Mohan Reddy, Megha Reddy, Parinika Reddy, Vijayudu, AICC secretary Sampath Kumar, former ZP Chairperson Saritha Tirupathiah, Collector Santosh Kumar and senior engineers, said that no minimum operation and maintenance was carried out under BRS rule for ten years. There was no routine desiltation, no sediment or vegetation removal, and no upgrades, he said. 'Jurala's capacity alone has dropped by nearly 20–25% due to silt accumulation,' he revealed.
The Hindu
13 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
BRS spreading false propaganda on safety of Jurala and Manjeera projects, says Irrigation Minister
HYDERABAD Minister for Irrigation and Civil Supplies N. Uttam Kumar Reddy on Saturday condemned the 'false propaganda and highly condemnable disinformation' being spread by Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leaders over the condition of old irrigation projects such as Jurala and Manjeera. He blamed the ten-year BRS rule for the issues being witnessed today in these projects, as their maintenance was neglected badly and they failed to carry out even routine maintenance. Mr. Reddy announced that Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy had personally taken interest in safeguarding the Jurala dam by acting decisively to sanction ₹100 crore for an alternative bridge. The Chief Minister's move is intended to reduce heavy vehicular traffic on the Jurala dam surface and prevent any long-term damage to the dam structure, he said. 'The Chief Minister is particular that Jurala must be protected and ensured the sanction of a new bridge,' the Irrigation Minister said. He explained that allegations regarding ropes and stroke gates at Jurala are a non-issue, and the BRS leaders are trying to spread false propaganda. The Minister reaffirmed that the Congress government is sincere and fully committed to properly maintaining all old projects, while building new ones for the long-term irrigation needs of Telangana. 'We are systematically restoring every project they ignored – Jurala, Manjeera, Nagarjuna Sagar, Sriramsagar, Kalwakurthy, Koilsagar, Bhima – with top priority for Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme,' he noted. He pointed out that no minimum operation and maintenance was carried out during the BRS rule from 2014 to 2023. There was no routine desiltation, no sediment or vegetation removal and no upgrades, he stated. 'Jurala's capacity alone has dropped by nearly 20–25% due to silt accumulation,' he noted. Meanwhile, Chief Engineer B. Venkata Ramana Reddy explained in detail the ongoing maintenance works at Jurala stating that all 62 gates were being regularly checked. Four rope replacements had already been completed, with another four scheduled soon, ensuring the dam's flood readiness by mid-July. 'Most of the 62 gates are in perfect working condition and there is no threat,' he clarified.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's big demand: 1,500 TMC water for state; seeks NOC, project clearances from centre and AP
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy HYDERABAD: Chief minister Revanth Reddy urged the Centre and the AP govt to issue a no objection certificate allowing Telangana to utilise 1,500 tmc of water-1,000 tmc from the Godavari and 500 tmc from the Krishna rivers-with Union govt approval. Revanth said this allocation could irrigate up to 1.5 crore acres in Telangana. He assured that his govt would not oppose AP's projects, provided Telangana's long-pending demands were fulfilled first. He urged Union minister CR Patil to immediately grant clearances and allocate water for Telangana's priority projects, including Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme, Sammakka-Sarakka barrage and Tummidihatti project. Revanth also sought central funding for the Musi rejuvenation project.
New Indian Express
07-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Funds will be released to expedite PRLIS: Telanagan Dy CM Bhatti
HYDERABAD: Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Friday alleged that the BRS leaders, when they were in power, looted the state like bandits. Referring to BRS MLC K Kavitha's recent remarks against her own party leaders, he said: 'Even their own family members are now exposing the BRS leaders.' The deputy CM was addressing a public meeting after laying the foundation for 12 sub-stations at Devarakadra. He emphasised that real democracy is being upheld now with funds being spent on public welfare under the leadership of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. Efforts are being made to transform Telangana into a globally competitive state, he added. After laying the stone for 12 sub-stations, he said that the government will fast-track the Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme works by releasing required funds. He also announced that funds for R&R and land acquisition would be released immediately. 'The gap between the Narlapur and Edula reservoirs will be filled with necessary funding,' he said and recalled that when `70 crore was needed for the Uddandapur R&R package, the government released them without any hesitation. Referring to Krishna river water, he said the people of Palamuru region dreamed of utilising these waters, which is why they demanded a separate state. 'But during their 10-year rule, the previous rulers couldn't provide irrigation even to a single acre,' he said. The deputy CM also said that all major irrigation projects in the erstwhile Mahbubnagar district — Jurala, Koilsagar, Bheema, Nettempadu, and Kalwakurthy — were completed by the Congress governments. 'If the previous Congress government had given permission for the Palamuru-Rangareddy project, then in June 2015, KCR laid the foundation at Karivena and promised to complete it in three years. It's been 10 years... why couldn't he provide water?' he asked. Vikramarka hailed the free RTC bus travel scheme for women across the state and wondered why the 'financially sound' BRS government failed to implement it earlier. He said the current people's government aims to turn one crore women into crorepatis within five years. 'As part of this, within the first year of our rule, `21,000 crore interest-free loans have been given to self-help groups.' he said. 'You don't need to be an MLA to do business or get contracts,' he said and added, 'You need to elect MLAs who will raise the people's voice in the Assembly and protect democratic values. I congratulate the people of Mahbubnagar for electing such representatives.'
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Cong committed to completing Palamuru-Rangareddy project: Bhatti
1 2 Hyderabad: Deputy chief minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Friday said the Congress govt will complete the long-delayed Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme to turn barren lands fertile. Speaking at a public meeting in Devarakadra after laying foundation stones for 12 new power sub-stations in Mahbubnagar district, Bhatti slammed the previous BRS regime. "Not a drop of water flowed from their irrigation projects. They looted in the name of development and now act like saviours. Even their own family members are exposing them," he said. He assured that funds for relief, rehabilitation, and land acquisition would be released immediately. "We inherited a ₹8 lakh crore debt, yet we're fixing the economy, increasing revenues, and ensuring they reach the poor through welfare schemes," he added. On the power front, Bhatti said Telangana has met record-high demand and is preparing for a projected 33,775 MW requirement by 2035, with plans for solar, green energy, and thermal projects already underway. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
