Telangana Congress praises progressive Budget allocations

The Telangana Congress has praised the recent Budget, calling it progressive and realistic. Mahesh Kumar Goud, the president of the Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC), highlighted significant allocations for various welfare programs. A total of ₹40,234 crore has been set aside for Scheduled Castes (SC) welfare. Additionally, ₹17,169 crore is designated for Scheduled Tribes (ST) welfare, ₹11,405 crore for Backward Classes, and ₹3,591 crore for minority welfare. Goud noted that the budget's focus on irrigation, agriculture, and industry shows the government's commitment to development. The industrial sector received an allocation of ₹3,527 crore, aligning with the ₹1.78 lakh crore in investments secured in Davos. Goud commended Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramaraka for protecting the SC and ST sub-plan funds from being diverted. He also pointed to the establishment of Young India International Schools and the increased focus on education as signs of the government's dedication to future generations. Goud believes the Rajiv Yuva Vikasam program will significantly benefit the youth. Overall, he expects the Budget to boost the state's development.