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Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has said Telangana will not object to Maharashtra conducting an independent survey to assess land likely to be submerged by the proposed Tummidihatti barrage. He directed officials to share relevant information and documents without delay.

Former Minister T Harish Rao alleged that blasting near the Mallanna Sagar bund was being carried out without permissions and could damage the structure. The BRS demanded an inquiry, compensation for affected residents, an FIR against the agency and an immediate halt to the work.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed officials to plan additional water supplies for the Dindi and Achampet irrigation schemes without affecting Palamuru project allocations. He also ordered preparations for talks with Maharashtra on the proposed Tummidihatti barrage.

Telangana is planning a foodgrain security buffer for 3.42 crore PDS beneficiaries amid El Nino concerns and rising rice prices. Officials estimate that existing stocks and pending receipts will meet combined welfare requirements until September 2027, while additional essential commodities are under consideration.

Farmers in erstwhile Nalgonda district are using diesel generators to irrigate standing crops amid inadequate power supply, increasing cultivation costs. Farmers in Suryapet and Yadadri-Bhongir districts have urged the government to ensure reliable electricity to prevent crop losses.

BRS leader T Harish Rao urged the Telangana government to operate available pumps and utilise Godavari floodwater to fill depleted reservoirs. He alleged poor water management by the Congress government and asked it not to blame El Nino.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy have requested Karnataka to release water from the Upper Krishna system to help protect standing crops facing water stress in the erstwhile Mahabubnagar district.

The Telangana government plans to acquire nearly 40,000 acres over three years for irrigation projects at an estimated cost of Rs 6,150 crore. Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy directed officials to speed up land acquisition and pending works.

Irrigation officials said water in four Siddipet reservoirs would be sufficient only for drinking needs and not irrigation. The announcement came after T Harish Rao sought Kaleshwaram water. Officials also advised farmers to switch to alternative crops

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said Rs 5,000 crore had been assured for land acquisition and R&R works linked to irrigation projects across Telangana. He reviewed projects in four districts and directed officials to speed up clearances and pending works

The Telangana government will distribute fresh laminated Public Distribution System ration cards to 1.05 crore existing beneficiaries from August 15. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will launch the programme in Sangareddy, while distribution will take place simultaneously across all Assembly constituencies.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its promise of supplying irrigation water through the Devadula Lift Irrigation Scheme. He demanded immediate operation of all pumps, compensation for farmers and warned of statewide protests if action was delayed.

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said Telangana will prioritise drinking water over irrigation until June next year amid deficient rainfall. Farmers have been advised to avoid water-intensive crops, while the Kaleshwaram barrages will remain non-operational pending scientific clearance.

The Telangana government has begun restructuring loans raised by irrigation corporations and is exploring new revenue sources to reduce financial pressure. Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said refinancing loans could save nearly Rs 250 crore annually without burdening farmers

Former MP B Vinod Kumar urged the Telangana government to use the Kaleshwaram project to lift Godavari water through the Kannepalli pump house, warning that deficient rainfall due to El Niño could trigger a drinking water crisis if timely action is not taken.

Facing sustained pressure from the Opposition BRS, the Telangana government ordered round-the-clock pumping at the Devadula Lift Irrigation Scheme and released Rs. 146 crore for pending works while refusing to operate the Kannepalli pumps, citing expert safety concerns over the Medigadda, Annaram and Sundilla barrages.

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said the Telangana government is committed to completing the SLBC tunnel by June 2028. He reviewed project progress, stressed safety, resolved bottlenecks and directed officials to accelerate construction using advanced technology and additional equipment

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy announced plans to develop new airfields at Warangal, Adilabad and Kothagudem while inviting global aerospace companies to invest in Telangana. He said the projects would strengthen aviation infrastructure and create opportunities for MRO and aerospace industries

Telangana is considering a policy to incentivise rice exports and expand domestic and global markets, Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said. The proposed move aims to reduce dependence on central procurement agencies while creating better opportunities for farmers and rice millers

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.