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Hans India
25 minutes 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.
Hans India
41 minutes ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Revanth to tap Amit Shah for central funds for city projects
Hyderabad: Continuing his tirade against Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Saturday wondered what he (Kishan Reddy) had achieved for Hyderabad and what was Prime Minister Narendra Modi's contribution for the city's development. A day ahead of Union Minister Amit Shah's visit to Hyderabad on Sunday, the Chief Minister said that the state government would urge Shah to give his nod for Metro expansion and support RRR (Regional Ring Road) and Musi Riverfront projects. Speaking after inaugurating the 1.2-km PJR flyover at Gachibowli that was constructed at a cost of Rs 182.72 crore, Revanth Reddy regretted that none of the eight BJP MPs from Telangana had secured central funds for various developmental projects taken up in the state. 'Kishan Reddy should tell us if he has brought anything from Modi? Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, both ruled by Opposition parties, were given Metro. Andhra Pradesh has also benefitted. Bullet train was given to Gujarat at a cost of Rs two lakh crore. The central government's funds were give Sabarmati Riverfront in Gujarat, Yamuna Riverfront in Delhi and Ganga Riverfront in Uttar Pradesh. But why this step-motherly attitude towards our Musi Riverfront, Metro Rail and RRR projects?' he scorned. He wanted to know if the BJP felt that Telangana's demands were not legitimate or if there were any defects in the reports and proposals presented by the state government. Over the issue of Kancha Gachibowli lands, the Chief Minister reiterated that the state government was committed to development and would continue the legal fight till it reached its logical end. 'We are taking steps forward by dividing Telangana into Core Urban Region, Semi Urban Region, Rural Telangana. Delhi is in an uninhabitable condition due to pollution. Chennai is facing flood problems, while Bangalore is struggling with traffic woes. We should learn lessons from Mumbai, Chennai and Bangalore. Don't forgive those who obstruct government programmes under the guise of politics. We tried to bring IT companies to Gachibowli and provide employment to lakhs of people, but they obstructed our plans. We will fight a legal battle over Gachibowli lands and provide employment to millions,' he reiterated. Reminding the services of Congress leader P Janardhan Reddy, Chief Minister directed officials to undertake a feasibility study for a statue near Gachibowli. 'Similar to Mammohan Singh's upcoming statue in the Financial District, we will have one of PJR,' he said. On the proposed delimitation, Revanth Reddy said that constituencies like Serilingampally may be divided into four segments. He urged the local MLA Arikepudi Gandhi to ensure Congress wins in all these constituencies, just like the feat achieved by PJR during whose time Khairatabad was divided into several constituencies and despite all that Congress achieved good results across segments. Highlighting the issue of pollution, the Chief Minister said that the government was encouraging Electric Vehicles (EV) in the city by way of tax exemptions. Citing the example of N-Convention Centre, he said that actor Nagarjuna had voluntarily given up two acres of land, while contributing for the development of the city. He said that this was possible only because of HYDRAA. He also said that Bathukamma Kunta's encroachment was removed after several decades and this time Bathukamma could be celebrated on that very restored land.
India Gazette
4 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Telangana: Renaming Annapurna canteens absolutely ridiculous, shameful, says KTR
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 28 (ANI): Former Minister and BRS Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) slammed the Revanth Reddy-led Congress government in Telangana over its move to rename Annapurna Canteens as Indiramma Canteens. The Annapurna Canteen Scheme, launched by the previous Bharatiya Rashtra Samithi (BRS) government, provided hot, hygienic, and nutritious meals for just Rs 5 to the poor, daily wage workers, and labourers in urban regions of Telangana. 'Mr. Revant Reddy, If you want to show your subservience to Delhi bosses, why don't you change your own name to Rajiv or Jawahar? Renaming Annapurna canteens is absolutely ridiculous and shameful. We shall undo all of these senseless actions in 2028 when BRS is back at the helm of the state, ' KTR posted on the social media platform X on Saturday. Earlier in the day, BRS Party corporators staged a protest at the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) office in Hyderabad, condemning the GHMC standing committee decision to change the Annapurna canteen's name to Indira Canteen. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National spokesperson NV Subhash also criticised the move, calling it a 'publicity stunt' aimed at impressing the Gandhi family. He demanded that the state government roll back the decision and suggested it was a 'return gift' to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on the 50th anniversary of the Emergency. 'The BJP demands that the Congress government in Telangana roll back the names from Indira canteens to Annapurna canteens. What is the reason for the Congress government to rename the canteen, which is being run with funds from the state and GHMC, where people are fed for only Rs 5? Is it a return gift to Indira Gandhi on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the emergency... This is nothing but a publicity stunt where the CM Revanth Reddy govt chooses to impress the Gandhi family,' Subhash told ANI. BRS leader Krishank also slammed the government, stating that it should focus on fulfilling promises rather than changing names. He criticised the Congress government under Revanth Reddy for failing to bring in new schemes and pointed out that the name change was purely election-driven. 'The Congress government under CM Revanth Reddy's rule has done nothing for Hyderabad. Earlier, the KSR government had a Rs 5 Annapurna canteen for the poor, but now, as elections are approaching, Revanth Reddy's government has changed its name from Annapurna canteen to Indira Gandhi canteen. Why be a name changer, bring in new policies, and try to fulfil your 420 promises and guarantees that you have given? But the Congress government is all about changing names... This is really shameful... Revanth Reddy should stop pleasing the Gandhi family, stop being a Gulam to the Gandhi family, and instead try to please the voters who have voted for you', BRS leader Krishank said. Meanwhile, Congress leader Hanumantha Rao defended the decision, praising Indira Gandhi's contributions to the poor. He argued that the renaming was a fitting tribute to the former Prime Minister. Speaking to ANI, Rao said, 'The BRS government, under Annapurna Canteens, provided Rs 5 meals. Today, under the leadership of Revanth Reddy, Indiramma Canteens provide meals at Rs 5. They have taken this name because Indira Gandhi brought a revolution; she implemented land ceiling, nationalised banks, and ensured insurance for land labourers. Revanth Reddy's Indiramma Canteen is a fitting tribute. Every poor person who eats that Rs 5 meal should remember Indira Gandhi, as the name is suitable. She brought a revolution in the lives of the poor. By adding her name, everyone will know about her work for the poor. The name for the canteens is fitting, and it should be maintained. Every poor person should eat the Rs 5 meal and remember Indira Gandhi forever. This initiative is good, and I appreciate Revanth Reddy.' (ANI)
United News of India
8 hours ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Uttam Reddy slams BRS over irrigation project neglect, announces major restoration measures
Hyderabad, June 28 (UNI) Telangana Irrigation Minister Capt N Uttam Kumar Reddy on Saturday strongly condemned what he termed as false propaganda by BRS leaders regarding the condition of old irrigation projects like Jurala and Manjeera. He blamed the current issues on the decade-long negligence by the previous BRS regime, which failed to carry out even basic maintenance. Highlighting the Congress government's commitment, he said Chief Minister Revanth Reddy had sanctioned Rs 100 crore for an alternative bridge to safeguard the Jurala dam from heavy vehicular load, and that there was no real threat to the structure. He dismissed concerns over stroke gates and ropes as baseless and politically motivated. Reddy announced Rs 300 crore for a second gantry crane at Jurala, systematic desiltation, and additional works at Rayalampadu and Mallammakunta reservoirs. The Nettampadu project, pending since BRS rule, has now been cleared with revised estimates of Rs 2,753 crore and is targeted for completion by December. He further accused the previous government of focusing on high-cost projects like Kaleshwaram for commissions while ignoring existing assets. Inspections at Jurala revealed no major safety concerns, and maintenance work is ongoing to ensure readiness before peak monsoon. The Minister reaffirmed the Congress government's commitment to reviving irrigation projects across Telangana and ensuring farmer welfare through systematic and transparent governance. UNI VV GNK
The Hindu
8 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Revanth seeks support of Union Ministers and BJP MPs for Centre's clearances to projects
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy asked the political forces not to stall the State's progress to fulfil their partisan interests, and the government would remove the obstacles created with renewed vigour for State's sake. Mr. Reddy said the government has launched a crackdown on illegal encroachments, citing the removal of the N Convention Center, which fell under Full Tank Level (FTL) violations. Film actor Nagarjuna has voluntarily handed over two acres of land for the city's development, he said. Efforts are underway to rejuvenate Bathukamma Kunta, which he said was under occupation for 40 years. The Chief Minister continued his criticism of the BJP, and alleged that the Centre is not supporting Telangana's urban projects. 'Bengaluru, Chennai, Andhra Pradesh got metro rail. Gujarat got the bullet train. Delhi has Yamuna development, Uttar Pradesh has Ganga rejuvenation. Why then is Telangana's Musi Riverfront Project denied Central funding?' he asked. Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy and all the BJP MPs must contribute to city's development keeping aside political differences, he said asking them to take it as a suggestion than criticism. He said the government plans to raise these concerns directly with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who will be in Telangana on Sunday. Demands for clearances on the Metro Phase-II, Regional Ring Road, and Musi project will be presented to him, he said.
