The Telangana government has extended the HILT application deadline till October 31 after receiving only 193 applications covering about 450 acres. Industries continue to cite relocation costs, DIF-related concerns and inadequate relocation infrastructure, resulting in a much lower response than expected.
Industry bodies have sought changes to the Telangana government's HILT policy, including extended deadlines, priority land allotment and better infrastructure at relocation sites. Representatives said relocating industries within a year is impractical and raised concerns over machinery relocation costs and conversion charges.