Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has expressed contentment following his recent engagements with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Ministers in New Delhi over the past three days. He sees these meetings as a testament to the impact of a positive approach and effective communication with the Central Government, believing it can significantly benefit Telangana.
In a statement, Revanth Reddy emphasized the importance of keeping politics separate from administration, citing a recent success in securing Telangana’s inclusion in the Republic Day parade tableau. Despite the selection process being concluded months ago, a personal appeal to the Prime Minister resulted in the Centre agreeing to showcase Telangana’s tableaux on January 26.
According to the Chief Minister, Prime Minister Modi promptly accepted a request to write a letter, a contrast to a similar appeal from the Karnataka government that went unanswered. During a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Revanth Reddy sought the sanctioning of 29 IPS officers. The immediate approval of 10 officers, with a commitment to consider the remaining positions after the new batch graduates, was a positive outcome.
In discussions with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the Chief Minister revealed assurances that the state government’s proposals for fund mobilization through loans would be given due consideration. Sitharaman expressed regret over past communication gaps between the Centre and the state, expressing hope for improved cooperation under the present government.
Revanth Reddy conveyed his commitment to proactive governance in the interest of the state and announced plans to establish a commission for the delimitation and rationalization of districts. Additionally, the government is exploring the creation of a corporation to absorb farmers’ loans, with a percentage of revenue from land registrations and excise being redirected to the corporation. Ongoing negotiations with bankers are also in progress.
The Chief Minister assured that all nominated and chairpersons’ posts would be filled by the end of January. On the political front, Prof M Kodandaram is expected to be nominated as an MLC, likely under the Governor’s quota. Responding to criticism from BRS about the delay in providing Rytu Bandhu benefits, Revanth Reddy defended the government’s track record, highlighting the transfer of benefits to 25 lakh farmers since assuming power and urging patience and factual awareness before criticizing the government.
