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New Indian Express
11-07-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Telangana achieves 95 per cent of Vana Mahotsavam target
HYDERABAD: The state government's ambitious plantation drive, Vana Mahotsavam, has already achieved 95.07% of its plantation and sapling distribution target, for the year 2024–25. According to the latest government data, accessed by , as of July 2, 2025, over 19.03 lakh saplings had either been planted or distributed across the state against a target of 20.02 lakh. The report, compiled department and district wise, reveals that while many government wings have surpassed their targets, several have significantly underperformed. While the planting numbers are encouraging, environmentalists warn that quantity alone does not ensure ecological impact. 'The state needs to pay equal attention to the survival of saplings,' said a conservationist, adding that watering, fencing, and follow-up care are often overlooked after planting drives. With over 1 lakh saplings still short of the target and several departments yet to catch up, officials say mid-year reviews will focus on ground verification and sustainability tracking. Departments lagging behind are expected to intensify efforts in the monsoon months, when conditions for planting are most favourable, they added. Top Performers (Above 100%) Youth Advancement, Tourism & Culture – 119.11% Women, Children, Disabled & Senior Citizens – 110.06% PR&RD – 109.91% (7 lakh saplings) GHMC – 100%+ (50,835 saplings) Moderate Performers (70–99%) HMDA – 89.07% (6.67 lakh saplings) Education – 80.75% Industries & Commerce – 72.42% Low Performers (<50%)
The Hindu
27-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
U.S. should have introspected before issuing advisory to its citizens in India, says Union Minister Shekhawat
Union Minister of Tourism & Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said the recent advisory by the U.S. Government to its citizens in India to be increasingly cautious due to crime and rape was prompted by geopolitical developments, and it had nothing to do with the law and order situation. Addressing the media after watching photographs related to 50 years of imposition of Emergency, organised by the BJP here on Thursday, Mr. Shekhawat said, before issuing the advisory, the U.S. Government should have gone for introspection as to what was happening in Los Angeles and other cities. Replying to a question on the status of tourism in Jammu & Kashmir, he said the tourist activity there had significantly picked up, but it was still short of the pre-Pahalgam situation. On the declaration of Emergency on June 25, 1975, Mr. Shekhawat said it was a dark chapter in Indian democracy, which would have worsened had people not fought against the authoritarian drift in centralisation, executive overreach and media suppression. Freedom was not gifted by somebody, it was the sacrifices of people and the rising of leaders from Bhagat Singh to Mahatma Gandhi to claim sovereignty that resulted in the upholding of democracy and the people's will, he said. The Judiciary, Parliament and the media were silenced, or co-opted, and civil liberties were suspended by the then Prime Minister, he said. Barring a single judge, the Supreme Court had upheld the suspension of rights and Article 359 was used to deny legal remedies to fundamental rights. The NDA Government observed 'Samvidhan Hatya Divas' to educate the people about what happened in those turbulent years, Mr. Shekhawat stated. The Union Minister said proposals worth ₹450 crore were cleared by the Ministry of Tourism under various schemes in the last one year to A.P., and asserted that the State was going to be a major contributor to the boost being given to tourism in the country.
Hans India
25-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Historic Milestone: Rs.9,000 Crores Transferred to 70 Lakh Farmers in 9 Days Under Telangana's Rythu Bharosa Scheme
Gadwal: In a historic move that has brought smiles to the faces of 7 million farming families across Telangana, the state government has successfully credited ₹9,000 crores directly into the bank accounts of farmers under the Rythu Bharosa scheme within just 9 days. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy hailed this achievement as the first of its kind in the state's history and reiterated that the welfare of farmers remains the government's top priority. Addressing the press at the state secretariat in Hyderabad on Tuesday, flanked by Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, Agriculture Minister Thummala Nageswara Rao, and Excise, Tourism & Culture Minister Jupally Krishna Rao, CM Revanth Reddy emphasized the government's unwavering commitment to transforming agriculture into a festival-like experience for the farming community. 'We have taken a firm and unshakable resolve not just to empower farmers but to celebrate farming itself,' he declared. Despite financial constraints, the government ensured that farmers faced no hardship, the CM added. The initiative has sparked widespread enthusiasm among the rural population, with many farmers expressing joy and gratitude toward the timely support from the state. District-Level Celebrations: Gadwal Farmers Rejoice In Gadwal district, the Rythu Vijayotsavam (Farmer Victory Celebrations) were held with great enthusiasm. At various Rythu Vedikas (Farmers' Platforms), farmers gathered voluntarily to celebrate the rapid disbursal of financial assistance to their accounts. The positive mood was palpable across the district. Jogulamba Gadwal Additional District Collector Lakshminarayana, along with District Agriculture Officer Sakriya Naik, participated in the celebratory event at the Pudur Agricultural Cluster Rythu Vedika in Gadwal mandal. They interacted with model farmers and acknowledged the success of the initiative. Speaking on the occasion, ADC Lakshminarayana highlighted the state government's focus on strengthening farmers financially through the Rythu Bharosa scheme. He revealed that within the district alone, ₹244.65 crores had been deposited into the accounts of 165,336 farmers over the 9-day period. The government's efforts also include the supply of quality seeds and fertilizers, along with crop loan waivers, making agriculture more secure and profitable for the farmers. Virtual Participation and Widespread Engagement Farmers from across the state participated with keen interest in the face-to-face video conference with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. The live session was broadcast at local Rythu Vedikas, where farmers listened attentively to the CM's speech, expressing appreciation for the swift and effective implementation of the scheme. The Gadwal event saw participation from agricultural officials, mandal-level officers, and a large number of farmers. The occasion underscored the strong farmer-government partnership that the Revanth Reddy administration aims to foster in the coming decade, with the vision of transforming Telangana's agricultural landscape into one of prosperity and celebration. The Rythu Bharosa scheme has not only delivered critical financial support to Telangana's farmers but also demonstrated the government's capacity to act swiftly and effectively. With the promise of continued support and reforms in agriculture, the state looks poised to lead the country in farmer empowerment and crop production.
