Telangana Govt Orders Centralized Procurement for Student Supplies, CM Sets June 15 Deadline for Distribution
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy orders centralized procurement for student supplies; all materials to be delivered by June 15 with strict monitoring.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has directed officials to ensure that all essential materials for students are supplied on time, stating that timely delivery of items like uniforms and notebooks will help students focus fully on studies.
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During a high-level review meeting, the government decided to implement centralized procurement for student supplies across multiple departments, with a strict deadline of June 15. The process is ongoing with monitoring and coordination measures in place.
Centralized Procurement for Student Welfare in Telangana
During the review, the Chief Minister examined the supply of materials to students in institutions under:
- Education Department
- BC Welfare Department
- Minority Welfare Department
- SC Welfare Department
- ST Welfare Department
He directed that from the upcoming academic year:
- All materials will be procured through Centralized Procurement
- This system will ensure uniformity and transparency
The Chief Minister explained that earlier:
- Each department handled procurement separately
- This led to lack of uniformity and irregularities
The new system has been introduced to prevent irregularities.
No Tolerance for Irregularities in Procurement
The Chief Minister made it clear:
- Irregularities will not be tolerated under any circumstances
- Centralized procurement will increase accountability
He stated that:
- The government is working for the benefit of students
- Not for protecting the interests of suppliers
Quality and Timely Supply of Student Materials
The Chief Minister instructed that all items provided to students must be:
- High quality
- Supplied on time
Items include:
- Notebooks
- Trunk boxes
- Plates and glasses
- Track suits
- Bed sheets
- School bags
- ID cards
- Uniforms
June 15 Deadline for Distribution
The government set a strict deadline:
- All materials must be distributed by June 15
The Chief Minister also stated:
- Payments to suppliers will be made only after timely delivery
Nodal Officers and Monitoring System
To ensure proper implementation:
- A nodal officer will be appointed at mandal level
- Materials will be distributed to:
- Schools
- Hostels in villages
Officials must:
- Capture photos and videos of distribution
- Verify that every student receives all required materials
Student Feedback and Coordination Committee
The Chief Minister directed:
- Collect feedback from students on:
- Quality of notebooks
- Uniforms
- Other materials
Additionally:
- A coordination committee will be formed among:
- SC
- ST
- BC
- Minority
- Education Departments
Officials Present in the Meeting
The review meeting was attended by:
- State Government Advisor P. Sudarshan Reddy
- MP Vem Narender Reddy
- Senior officials from concerned departments
Current Status
- Implementation of centralized procurement is ongoing
- Monitoring mechanisms are being established
- Distribution process is being prepared ahead of June 15 deadline
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has ordered centralized procurement of student materials across Telangana to ensure quality and timely distribution by June 15. With strict action against irregularities, appointment of nodal officers, and continuous monitoring, the initiative aims to improve student welfare, and the process is currently ongoing.
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