The Telangana Cabinet decided in principle to seek Central assistance for El Niño-related losses, with a sub-committee to assess damage. It also approved power procurement and renewable projects, two DA instalments for employees and pensioners, and a digital media advertising policy.
The Telangana government has extended the deadline for applications under the HILT policy to October 31 after industries showed little interest in relocating from the CURE area beyond the ORR. Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy said the Cabinet also cleared major decisions, including e‑auction of surplus paddy, correction of land records under 22‑A.
The Congress government in Telangana is considering a steep upward revision of irrigation project costs, with proposals amounting to Rs 1.26 lakh crore discussed at the Cabinet meeting. In the first phase alone, schemes including Palamuru‑Rangareddy and SLBC may see a hike of Rs 35,000 crore.
The launch of the Rajiv Yuva Vikasam scheme in Telangana has been delayed despite earlier announcements. With nearly 16 lakh applications filed, uncertainty looms as the government postpones implementation, leaving lakhs of youth anxious and disappointed.
The Chief Minister who chaired the State Cabinet meeting at Pragathi Bhavan on Tuesday, also instructed the officials to establish third wire (neutral) for power supply in all villages.
