Hyderabad: The Telangana state government has allocated significant funds for key sectors in the 2025-26 fiscal budget, with a major focus on roads, rural development, and infrastructure.
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Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka announced that the Roads and Buildings (R&B) department has been allotted ₹5,907 crore, aiming to improve connectivity and expand the state’s road network.
Regional Ring Road (RRR) Development
One of the major projects under the R&B department is the Regional Ring Road (RRR). The plan will initially feature a four-lane road, with provisions for future expansion to eight lanes, depending on traffic requirements.
- The northern part of the project has already begun its land acquisition process.
- For the southern part, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has appointed consultants to prepare a detailed project report (DPR).
Revival of Mamnoor Airport in Warangal
In a major boost to the state’s aviation infrastructure, the central government has granted approval for the long-pending construction of Mamnoor Airport in Warangal, following persistent efforts from the state government.
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Panchayat Raj and Rural Development
The government has allocated ₹31,605 crore to the Panchayat Raj and Rural Development sector, focusing on the development of rural roads. Over the next five years:
- 17,000 km of rural roads will be constructed.
- Every village and tribal hamlet will be connected with asphalt roads, enhancing accessibility and transportation in remote areas.
Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Vaccine Production
To strengthen the animal husbandry sector, ₹1,674 crore has been allocated. A significant initiative in this sector includes:
- The relocation and expansion of the Telangana Veterinary Vaccine Production Centre from Shanti Nagar, Hyderabad, to Mamidipally, with a ₹300 crore investment.
- The centre will include bacterial and viral vaccine production plants, a quality control unit, an animal testing lab, an R&D centre, an animal breeding centre, and staff quarters.
- An additional ₹100 crore will be invested in procuring advanced machinery for research on new vaccines.
Civil Supplies and Housing Schemes
The Civil Supplies Department has been allocated ₹5,734 crore, considering:
- The ₹500 bonus on fine variety paddy.
- The issuance of new ration cards to eligible families.
The government has also earmarked ₹12,571 crore for the Indiramma housing scheme, ensuring affordable housing for the underprivileged.