"KCR Neglected Palamuru for a Decade": CM Revanth Reddy Vows to Erase 'Backward' Tag from Mahbubnagar

 "KCR Neglected Palamuru for a Decade": CM Revanth Reddy Vows to Erase 'Backward' Tag from Mahbubnagar

Mahbubnagar: In a fiery address to a massive public gathering in Mahbubnagar today, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy launched a blistering attack on the former BRS government, accusing former CM K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) of systematically neglecting the Palamuru region for ten years while allegedly squandering public funds.

The Palamuru Paradox 

The Chief Minister began by highlighting the irony of the district's reputation versus its contribution to the nation. He noted that no matter where a project is built in India, the labor and sweat of Palamuru’s children are involved. He lamented that the people of Palamuru are known for migrating to various regions for hard labor, such as earthworks and basketry.

Despite this, he pointed out that the Gattu mandal in the district remains the most backward mandal in the entire country. "How much longer must we show Palamuru district as a backward district?" the Chief Minister asked the crowd.

A Decade of Stalled Projects 

Mr. Reddy heavily criticized the previous administration's handling of irrigation projects. He reminded the public that the last Government Order (GO) issued by the previous Congress government (pre-2014) was for the Narayanpet-Kodangal Lift Irrigation Scheme, a project he claimed KCR neglected for a full decade.

The Chief Minister alleged that while the BRS government spent Rs 1.80 lakh crore over ten years, they failed to complete a single project. "They completed only the Kaleshwaram project, and that collapsed within three years," he remarked.

Focusing on local grievances, Reddy stated that KCR did not release even a single rupee in ten years to break the rock at Sangambanda. He further alleged that Rs 23,000 crore was paid to contractors under the guise of projects, yet the work remains unfinished. Specifically, funds were not paid to the land evacuees of the Udandapur reservoir.

"The previous BRS government failed to achieve even a single project for Palamuru district in ten years," he declared. He also noted that the Palamuru-Rangareddy project was originally achieved by Congress leaders in 2013.

Political Attacks on BRS and BJP 

The Chief Minister did not spare local BRS representatives, stating that in the past, BRS MLAs from Palamuru failed to question the leadership about district projects. He ridiculed the former regime's centralization of power, claiming that former CM KCR did not even allow his own MLAs into his farmhouse. He also recalled that when the Palamuru-Rangareddy project was tabled for discussion in the Assembly, the opposition "ran away" without attending.

Using mythological metaphors, he warned that no matter in what guise the opposition comes—referring to them as demons "Maricha" and "Subahu"—the people will chase them away this time.

Turning his attention to the BJP, Reddy issued a challenge: "If BJP MPs can achieve national status for the state projects, it is my responsibility to provide the land in Palamuru district," he said. He affirmed that he is meeting Prime Minister Modi specifically to secure permissions and funds for these projects.

Welfare Promises and Scams 

Contrasting his governance with the previous decade, Reddy highlighted his administration's welfare delivery. He claimed the previous government did not provide a single house to the poor in ten years, whereas his government sanctioned 4.50 lakh Indiramma houses in just the first year.

He also touched upon food security, stating that 3.50 crore poor people are now receiving fine rice (sanna biyyam) on ration cards.

The Chief Minister leveled serious corruption allegations regarding the 'Bathukamma Sarees' scheme distributed by the previous government. He alleged that commissions were made on the sarees and that cheap sarees were brought from Surat and deceptively passed off as handloom products.

Empowering Women 

Mr. Reddy outlined new initiatives for women's empowerment, stating that his government has made women owners of hired buses, going beyond just providing free travel. He also promised that if women set up petrol bunks, the government would provide the necessary land.

Concluding his speech on a note of responsibility and reconciliation, the Chief Minister declared that he has no personal enemies and had only defeated political opponents in elections. He emphasized that politics should be confined to elections, after which everyone should work together for the people.

"It is my responsibility to complete all the projects in Palamuru district," Reddy vowed

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to Establish New University on IIIT Basara Campus

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Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has announced the establishment of a new university on the IIIT Basara campus, promising that the state government will officially start the institution there. This decision comes as a response to the fact that the combined Adilabad district currently lacks a university of its own. The Chief Minister stated that he has already taken the formal decision to grant a university to the district and has specifically requested Minister Jupalli to make the necessary arrangements for its setup within the Basara IIIT premises.

According to the sources, this move is part of a larger effort to address the historical neglect of the region, as the CM noted that the combined Adilabad district has not seen the development it deserves. To rectify this, he pledged that Adilabad will receive development funds on par with the Palamuru district. In addition to educational infrastructure, the government intends to bring an airport to the Adilabad district, a project that will require the acquisition of 10,000 acres of land. Plans are also underway to establish an Advanced Technology Centre (ATC) in Nirmal.

Further insights from the sources highlight the CM’s broader governance strategy:

• Central Relations: The CM emphasized the importance of maintaining a working relationship with the Central Government, stating that he intends to meet the Prime Minister every three months to secure funds and projects. He argued that without asking the Center, the state’s needs cannot be met, and he has already requested several projects during his visits.

• Cultural Development: The government has sanctioned Rs. 22 crores for the development of the Nagoba Jatara.

• Economic Context: The Chief Minister remarked that the debts left by previous administrations have become a "noose" around the current government’s neck, making the acquisition of new funds even more critical.

• Regional Pride: He acknowledged Adilabad as a land of valor and struggle, referencing the legacy of Kumuram Bheem and the fight for "Jal, Jangal, Zameen" (Water, Forest, and Land).

The Chief Minister concluded that while politics is for election time, development must be the sole goal for everyone once the elections are over

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Revanth Reddy Vows to Restore Hyderabad’s Water Heritage, Blames "Farmhouse Culture" for Pollution

 In a spirited address during the Telangana Assembly session, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy pledged decisive action to protect and revive Hyderabad’s historic water systems. Emphasizing the city’s deep-rooted tradition of water management, he recalled how successive dynasties — from the Kakatiyas to the Nizams — had developed reservoirs and irrigation networks across river basins to sustain urban and rural life.

Revanth Reddy highlighted that several reservoirs built during the Nizam era continue to serve as Hyderabad’s main sources of drinking water. He cited the Osman Sagar project, launched in 1908 to shield the city from catastrophic floods, and noted that by 1922, the twin reservoirs of Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar had become cornerstones of the region’s water security.

Turning to present challenges, the Chief Minister condemned years of neglect and pollution affecting these historic water bodies. He warned that rampant encroachments and unauthorized farmhouses around the reservoirs have severely contaminated the supply system, as drainage from such properties flows directly into protected water zones.

Reddy also drew attention to the Musi River, which runs nearly 240 kilometers and merges with the Esi River at Bapu Ghat near Langar Houz. He announced that the government has adopted a zero-tolerance approach toward violators, with authorities already dismantling illegal pipelines and draining systems linked to private properties polluting the reservoirs.

With this renewed mission, the Chief Minister underscored the state’s resolve to restore Hyderabad’s water heritage — blending conservation, accountability, and environmental protection into a single state-wide movement.

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