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The Telangana government has initiated plans to set up advanced grain silos across 20 paddy-producing districts to modernise storage and procurement systems. With an initial capacity of 50,000 metric tonnes, the project aims to reduce post-harvest losses.

The Telangana Cabinet has decided to adhere strictly to the Centre’s procurement guidelines, limiting purchases at MSP to the quota approved by the Union government. Ministers expressed concern that reduced procurement could hurt farmers, particularly after the State recorded bumper harvests.

Irrigation Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy met Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in Hyderabad and sought a No Objection Certificate for the proposed Sammakka-Sarakka Lift Irrigation Scheme, while urging closer cooperation between the two States to expedite project approvals.

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy has asked officials to expedite environmental clearances for the Sitarama Lift Irrigation Project in Khammam district.

The Telangana government has extended key investigations for the damaged Kaleshwaram barrages from May-end to early July, raising concerns over restoration timelines. While the government maintains that repairs will be completed by summer 2027, technical studies and approvals remain pending

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy has directed officials to utilise irrigation lands, reservoirs and canal systems for solar power generation. Feasibility studies indicate potential for up to 7,000 MW capacity, helping reduce power costs and create sustainable energy sources

Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy announced that Telangana is considering a new incentive policy to encourage export-oriented rice mills. He unveiled a roadmap for modernising the sector, urging millers to adopt mechanisation, water-saving technologies and public-private partnerships.

Telangana has procured 60 lakh metric tonnes of paddy during the Yasangi season and total procurement is expected to reach 75 LMT, Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said. The State has also credited Rs 11,050 crore in MSP payments to farmers

Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy announced a 10-day special drive to complete paddy procurement across Telangana. The State government aims to clear pending stocks quickly while ensuring procurement of rain-soaked paddy affected by unseasonal rains

Irrigation Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy emphasised that the Telangana government is prioritising irrigation projects in the Palamuru region, including Jurala, to tackle drought and backwardness.

Telangana has recorded an increase in annual groundwater recharge, rising from 18.44 lakh hectare metres in 2024 to 19.61 lakh hectare metres in 2025. Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy has directed officials to treat conservation as a mass movement.

Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy on Thursday instructed district Collectors to deploy all available trucks and vans for paddy transport, even diverting vehicles from non-priority uses.

Farmers across Telangana are staging protests over delays in paddy procurement, citing shortages of gunny bags and trucks. In Yadadri‑Bhuvanagiri and Nalgonda, paddy sacks were burnt in anger. Maize farmers, too, face severe distress as procurement has not begun despite heavy losses from unseasonal rains.

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy has directed officials to expedite works on the Dindi Lift Irrigation Scheme, including level fixation at the off-take point and barrage construction at Pothireddypalli. He emphasised enhancing canal capacity and finalising clearances by May 15.

Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy announced that Telangana will procure 90 LMT of paddy this Yasangi season, with Rs 21,501 crore allocated.

Civil Supplies Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy directed officials to accelerate paddy procurement and protect farmers from unseasonal rains. With crops damaged across districts, the government has ramped up storage, logistics, and monitoring to minimise farmer losses

The Telangana government has declared summer tank desiltation an urgent priority amid falling water levels in major tanks. Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy directed officials to immediately begin restoration works, form tank committees and speed up pending proposals across the State

Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy directed officials to prepare detailed technical plans for revival of the Pranahita-Chevella project and proposed talks with Maharashtra. He also reviewed urgent monsoon-time repair works of Kaleshwaram barrages under NDSA guidance

The NGRI has submitted a detailed survey report on the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel to Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy. The report highlights stress zones, seepage patterns, and factors behind the February 2025 roof collapse.

Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy announced that paddy arrivals have begun in 20 districts, while procurement is pending in 13 due to delayed transplantation. He urged officials to accelerate MSP operations, strengthen logistics, and ensure timely payments to farmers.