Kavitha Calls Old City the ‘Gold City’ During Interaction with Potters in Yakutpura, Highlights Development Imbalance

As part of the Janmabata programme, Telangana Jagruthi President K. Kavitha visited Kumhar Wadi in Yakutpura Assembly Constituency and held a meaningful interaction with the community. She observed their work closely, understood their economic challenges, and appreciated their traditional craft.

Kavitha Makes Clay Lamps with Artisans

During the visit, Kavitha sat with the artisans and personally crafted clay lamps, which created excitement and enthusiasm among the workers. The artisans demonstrated different stages of their traditional pottery techniques, showcasing their cultural skill.

Key highlights shared by the artisans:

• Their traditional craft is facing financial pressure
• Rising cost of raw materials is affecting earnings
• Market competition has increased
• Support from government schemes is limited

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Kavitha Discusses Livelihood Issues and Promises Support

Kavitha spoke at length with the Kummari artisans, asking whether:

• Their profession is providing sufficient income
• They are receiving benefits from government schemes
• Additional support is needed to stabilize their livelihood

She assured them that their concerns would be taken to the concerned authorities. She emphasized that preserving traditional crafts like pottery is essential for cultural identity and economic stability.

Market Challenges Highlighted by Artisans

The artisans explained that they are struggling due to higher production costs and shrinking profits. They requested support for marketing, subsidies, and better access to raw materials. Kavitha promised to work towards solutions that strengthen both their craft and income opportunities.

Telangana Jagruthi President Kalvakuntla Kavitha visited several localities of Hyderabad’s Old City today as part of the Janmabhoomi Programme. During her visit, she met families affected by recent floods in Hanuman Nagar, listened to their concerns, and assessed the ground situation personally.

“Old City Is Being Neglected,” says Kavitha

Addressing a gathering during the visit, Kavitha strongly criticised the continuous discrimination faced by the Old City. She said that while large amounts of funds are being spent on the development of New City, the Old City receives very little attention.

She pointed out that in last year’s GHMC budget, ₹5,000 crore was allocated for Hyderabad’s development, yet there is no clear information on how much of that amount was allotted to the Old City. She said this lack of transparency shows how the region is repeatedly ignored.

“This Is Not Old City—This Is Gold City”

Kavitha emphasised the historical significance of the area, stating:

“This is not Old City, this is Gold City. This is the original Hyderabad from where the city began.”

She said that while development beyond the Musi River continues steadily, the Old City remains sidelined. She urged residents to demand their rightful share in development.

Janmabhoomi Programme Aims to Hear People’s Real Issues

Kavitha explained that the purpose of the Janmabhoomi Programme is to reach people directly and understand their actual problems. She said that leaders can only grasp ground realities when they interact with citizens face-to-face.

She appealed to political leaders from **all parties—be it AIMIM, BJP, or BRS—**to prioritize development above everything else.

“We Don’t Want Votes; We Want Development”

Kavitha criticised politicians who visit people only during elections and disappear afterwards. She said that her team is visiting areas where elections are not even taking place, proving that their only focus is development.

She concluded by saying:

“We are not here for votes. We are here only for development, and we are committed to working for it.”