"rythu-bharosa"

Telangana's Vanakalam sowing has slowed sharply, with cropped area declining by over 10 lakh acres compared with last year. Below-normal rainfall, lower reservoir storage, groundwater depletion, delayed Rythu Bharosa assistance and irrigation concerns have contributed to the sluggish agricultural season.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said Telangana inherited a debt of Rs 8.11 lakh crore from the previous BRS government. He defended the Congress government's welfare spending, announced fresh Rythu Bharosa disbursals and accused the Opposition of obstructing key development projects

Even as the Telangana government began disbursing Rythu Bharosa assistance for the Vaanakalam season, uncertainty remains over whether all eligible farmers will receive support. The scheme continues to face criticism over delayed payments, pending dues and the lack of a clear implementation framework.

Former Minister S Niranjan Reddy accused the Congress government of not fulfilling the poll promise of providing Rs 15,000 per acre annually under Rythu Bharosa scheme. He criticised the Congress government over unpaid due of Rs. 30,000 crore.

The Cyberabad Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory ahead of the Rythu Bharosa Nidhula Pampini Karyakramam at Shilpakala Vedika on Tuesday evening. Around 5,000 farmers are expected to attend, with traffic congestion likely in parts of Madhapur.

Slams the Minister for resorting to personal remarks against BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao after failing to accept the latter's challenge and seek a fresh mandate

Heavy rains and waterlogging forced the postponement of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's Rythu Ashirwada Sabha in Khammam. The event has also triggered criticism from environmentalists and opposition leaders over the felling of trees and damage to agricultural land.

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the State Cabinet's decision to procure crops within Central quotas and demanded the release of Rs 16,545 crore in pending Rythu Bharosa dues. He alleged the government's policies were harming farmers and weakening agricultural support systems.

Former Agriculture Minister S Niranjan Reddy has sharply criticised the Congress government for restricting crop procurement to limits set by the Centre. He accused the ruling party of betraying farmers, failing to honour promises such as Rythu Bharosa and loan waivers.

Former minister T Harish Rao urged BRS booth-level agents to closely monitor the Special Intensive Revision process and ensure supporters remain on the voter list. He also criticised the Congress government over welfare schemes, irrigation projects and implementation of election promises.

BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of conspiring to phase out the crop bonus scheme by limiting it to just seven paddy varieties, despite promising Rs 500 bonus for all varieties in its manifesto.

Farmers in Mancherial district are worried over delays in the full implementation of the Rythu Bharosa scheme as the Vanakalam season begins. Many are borrowing from moneylenders and traders to meet cultivation expenses while awaiting the release of pending benefits

With the Kharif season approaching, Telangana farmers are unlikely to receive Rythu Bharosa assistance this month due to fiscal constraints. The scheme was absent from a key government review meeting, raising concerns over delayed payments and funding availability

BRS leader A Rakesh Reddy accused the Congress government of failing to deliver on its promises to farmers, alleging denial of financial assistance and bonuses. He demanded an apology for the inefficiency in implementing the Farmers’ Declaration announced by Rahul Gandhi.

Gutha Sukender Reddy urged the Telangana government to choose between Rythu Bharosa and fine rice bonus schemes after evaluating benefits. He flagged farmer dissatisfaction, procurement issues, lack of Central support, and criticised opposition politicisation.

Following fresh crop damage due to hailstorms in Siddipet, former minister Harish Rao demanded immediate compensation and accurate loss assessment. He alleged repeated delays in relief despite multiple crop losses, pushing farmers into distress.

Talasani Srinivas Yadav alleged that the state government announced Rythu Bharosa payments fearing the upcoming Jagtial meeting of K Chandrashekhar Rao. He criticised the Congress government’s performance and urged people to attend the public meeting in large numbers

The Telangana government has proposed a Rs 4,000 crore cut in Rythu Bharosa budget allocations for 2026–27, alongside imposing a few eligibility rules, drawing criticism over reduced support, delayed payments, and changes in implementation of the farmer assistance scheme

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged farmers to adopt crop diversification, citing surplus paddy and low returns. His remarks mark a shift from his earlier stance and focus on promoting commercial crops and sustainable agriculture

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced that the Telangana government will provide Rs.12,000 per acre annually under the Rythu Bharosa scheme, with Rs.18,000 crore already disbursed. The program will be formally launched on March 22 to support farmers