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Telangana assembly Speaker Distributes Indiramma House Proceedings in Vikarabad
The Speaker of the Telangana State Legislative Assembly and Vikarabad MLA, Shri Gaddam Prasad Kumar, has presented proceedings to 613 beneficiaries of the Indiramma House scheme at the Vikarabad MLA Camp Office. This initiative aims to provide housing for the underprivileged in both Vikarabad town and mandal. In attendance were District Collector Prateek Jain, Additional Collector Sudhir, various public representatives, officials, and the beneficiaries themselves. The Speaker allocated a total of 359 provisions for Vikarabad town and 254 for the surrounding mandal. During the distribution, Speaker Prasad Kumar extended his best wishes to the female beneficiaries and highlighted the legacy of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who aimed to provide shelter for the poor. He noted that the current government, led by Chief Minister Shri Revanth Reddy, is committed to similar objectives, ensuring that Indiramma Houses are accessible to those in need. Prasad Kumar urged beneficiaries to commence construction immediately, emphasising that funding would be transferred in four installments directly to their bank accounts, eliminating middlemen from the process. He explained the disbursement structure, which includes one lakh rupees after each significant stage of construction. This year, the Telangana government has allocated ₹22,500 crores for the construction of 450,000 houses, with each constituency set to receive a specific quota, including 7,000 houses earmarked for Vikarabad. The Speaker lamented the financial constraints resulting from a significant debt inherited from the previous administration, which has impeded the allocation of immediate housing solutions. He condemned the previous government's failures, which he described as a "government of words" and praised the current administration as one of action. Highlighting various welfare schemes, he mentioned the distribution of fine rice to 90 lakh families, loan waivers for 2.5 million farmers, and free electricity for low-income households. Additionally, he reported that ₹1,000 crores would soon be disbursed to farmers in support of monsoon agriculture. Prasad Kumar reaffirmed his commitment to developing Vikarabad, which he stated had regressed in the previous decade, and outlined ambitious plans for infrastructure, including CC road construction and the establishment of industrial parks. He also disclosed a significant investment to transform Ananthagiri into a major tourist destination. Concluding his remarks, he warned the public against the misleading statements of the former ruling party, reinforcing the need for accountability in governance. Delete Edit
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30-04-2025
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Revanth Reddy congratulates centre for caste census, says Telangana first to conduct
In a recent statement, Revanth Reddy praised the vision and leadership of Shri Rahul Gandhi, who advocated for a nationwide Caste Census during his historic #BharatJodoYatra. He highlighted that Telangana was the first state to conduct a caste survey since India gained independence, with the last official census of caste conducted by the British in 1931. The comprehensive social, economic, and caste survey undertaken in Telangana revealed that 56.32 percent of the population belongs to backward castes. In light of these findings, the Telangana State Legislative Assembly has proposed a 42 per cent reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in education, employment, and political representation. Reddy noted that the Indian National Congress (INC) in Telangana has taken the initiative to raise awareness about the need for a Caste Census at a national level, including protests at Jantar Mantar in the national capital, urging the central government to acknowledge the demand for a caste enumeration. He expressed pride in the fact that Telangana's actions have set a precedent for the rest of the country, stating, "What Telangana does today, India will follow tomorrow." Reddy lauded Shri Rahul Gandhi for his influence in shaping policies even from the opposition, asserting that the Telangana government's efforts towards OBC empowerment have resonated across the nation. In a significant development, the central government has agreed to include a Caste Census in the next national census. Reddy extended congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Cabinet for this decision, acknowledging its potential impact on social equity and representation in India.
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30-04-2025
- Politics
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Revanth Reddy welcomes union cabinet's nod for caste census, says Telangana first time conduct
In a recent statement, Revanth Reddy praised the vision and leadership of Shri Rahul Gandhi, who advocated for a nationwide Caste Census during his historic #BharatJodoYatra. He highlighted that Telangana was the first state to conduct a caste survey since India gained independence, with the last official census of caste conducted by the British in 1931. The comprehensive social, economic, and caste survey undertaken in Telangana revealed that 56.32 percent of the population belongs to backward castes. In light of these findings, the Telangana State Legislative Assembly has proposed a 42 per cent reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in education, employment, and political representation. Reddy noted that the Indian National Congress (INC) in Telangana has taken the initiative to raise awareness about the need for a Caste Census at a national level, including protests at Jantar Mantar in the national capital, urging the central government to acknowledge the demand for a caste enumeration. He expressed pride in the fact that Telangana's actions have set a precedent for the rest of the country, stating, "What Telangana does today, India will follow tomorrow." Reddy lauded Shri Rahul Gandhi for his influence in shaping policies even from the opposition, asserting that the Telangana government's efforts towards OBC empowerment have resonated across the nation. In a significant development, the central government has agreed to include a Caste Census in the next national census. Reddy extended congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Cabinet for this decision, acknowledging its potential impact on social equity and representation in India.
