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The Rangareddy district administration has issued fresh notifications to acquire land in Kandukur mandal for an industrial park, a university educational zone and a radial road. The move has triggered fresh concern among farmers who have already been protesting similar acquisition proposals.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of acting as a “real estate mafia” in Telangana, alleging large-scale demolitions of homes in Velugumatla and other areas. He demanded compensation, proper rehabilitation, and promised probe into officials and political beneficiaries

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government and Assembly Speaker over the dismissal of disqualification petitions against 10 defected MLAs, accusing Rahul Gandhi of orchestrating the verdict. He termed it undemocratic and said BRS would explore legal and political options.

Controversies over land acquisition have intensified in Telangana since the Congress government assumed power, with farmers, students and residents staging protests over projects ranging from pharma villages to IT parks and roads, citing environmental concerns, poor compensation and livelihood threats.

Former sarpanches in Suryapet staged a shirtless protest outside the Collector’s Office, demanding clearance of development work bills pending for two years. They alleged that despite assurances before elections, the Congress government sidelined their concerns after coming to power.

KT Rama Rao criticized the Congress government’s Musi Riverfront project in Hyderabad, claiming it risks displacing 1.5 lakh residents. He demanded cost transparency, protection of poor households, and offered BRS leadership to complete the project responsibly

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s 99-day action plan has triggered questions over funding and fiscal clarity. Critics say the programme lacks transparent allocations and measurable targets, raising concerns that it may become administrative repackaging rather than substantive reform.

Telangana’s real estate sector, especially in Hyderabad, has faced a prolonged slowdown over the past two years. Industry stakeholders cite policy uncertainty, administrative decisions and global headwinds as key reasons behind declining housing sales, new launches and office space demand.

A shocking incident at Government General Hospital, Jadcherla, where stray dogs nibbled on a body in the postmortem wing, has led to the suspension of the Superintendent and three staff members. The Telangana Vaidya Vidhana Parishat Commissioner Ajay Kumar ordered the suspensions after public outrage.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan has alleged massive irregularities in the Education Department, claiming that over Rs 100 crore was misappropriated in the procurement of bunker beds for Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan criticised the demolition drive in Telangana's Khammam district, calling it bulldozer raj. He alleged that hundreds of Bhoodan houses were razed without notice and accused the Congress of adopting displacement policies similar to BJP-ruled states.

BRS MP Vaddiraju Ravichandra accused the Congress government of running a Bulldozer Raj in Telangana and urged Rahul Gandhi to clarify his stand on demolitions, rebuild houses for displaced families and review implementation of pre-election promises.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged illegal sand mining at Annaram Barrage and termed it a conspiracy to weaken the Kaleshwaram project. He sought criminal action and held the Congress government responsible for any damage to the barrages.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar criticised the Telangana Education Commission’s report as politically motivated and regressive. He opposed proposed changes to teacher promotions and admissions policy, vowing to scrap the report if the BRS returns to power.

The State’s 2026-27 budget process has drawn criticism after review meetings were postponed and the session delayed. With Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka in Delhi, concerns have emerged over bureaucratic dominance and lack of ministerial oversight in budget planning.

Around 150 families in Kismatpur are preparing to protest against land acquisition for the Gandhi Sarovar Project under the Musi Riverfront Development. Landowners allege forced acquisition and demand Rs 10 crore per acre as compensation.

Farmers of Kadlapur village in Vikarabad district protested against the proposed acquisition of 587 acres of fertile land for an industrial park. They alleged lack of prior notice, raised concerns over the SIA survey and warned of livelihood and environmental impact.

Former Minister Koppula Eshwar accused the Congress government of targeting the poor through large-scale house demolitions in Telangana. He alleged 600 houses were razed in Khammam and warned that 50,000 more could face demolition under the Gandhi Sarovar project.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of demolishing poor homes to raise funds for real estate interests, delayed completion of Warangal super specialty hospital, and prioritising luxury constructions over public welfare.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government in Telangana, citing corruption, administrative failures, and policy shortcomings.