Urban Local Bodies Key to Telangana’s Progress, Says Uttam Kumar Reddy
Urban local bodies are vital for Telangana’s progress, says Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy, highlighting urban population growth and promising better civic amenities ahead of Feb 11 elections.
Hyderabad: Stating that urban local bodies are crucial for Telangana’s overall progress, Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said that the community needs of towns and cities will remain a top priority for the state government.
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Addressing public meetings ahead of the February 11 urban local body elections, Uttam Kumar Reddy highlighted the growing importance of urban governance due to rapid urbanisation across Telangana.
Week-Long Campaign Across Urban Areas
Uttam Kumar Reddy concluded a week-long intensive election campaign, visiting several urban local bodies in Suryapet district and the Nizamabad parliamentary constituency.
During his campaign, he addressed:
- Public rallies
- Meetings with party workers
- Interactions with voters
The minister toured areas including Nizamabad Urban, Armoor, Korutla, Metpally, Suryapet town, Kodad, Tirumalgiri, Nereducherla, and Huzurnagar.
One-Third of Telangana Is Urban: Minister
The minister pointed out that more than one-third of Telangana’s population lives in urban areas, making city governance a key issue.
Telangana population data:
- Total population: 3.50 crore
- Urban population: Around 1.36 crore
- Rural population: About 61.12%
He said projections show that urban areas will continue to grow, playing a major role in the state’s economic and social development.
Focus on Civic Amenities and Infrastructure
Uttam Kumar Reddy assured that core civic issues will be addressed on priority by the government.
Key focus areas include:
- Drinking water supply
- Urban infrastructure development
- Improved civic amenities
- Better planning for expanding cities
He said large budget allocations are planned to strengthen urban infrastructure and services.
Call for Unity Within Congress
During his campaign, Uttam Kumar Reddy also met party members who were unhappy, assuring them of better opportunities in the future.
- Called for unity within the Congress
- Urged party workers to work together to win public trust
- Emphasised grassroots-level engagement
Congress Headed for Strong Performance
As the in-charge of the Nizamabad parliamentary constituency, Uttam Kumar Reddy expressed confidence of a strong performance by Congress in the municipal elections.
He said internal surveys show strong public support for the government’s two-year record in welfare and development.
Urban Governance a Key Election Issue
With urban local body elections on February 11, Uttam Kumar Reddy said effective urban governance will shape Telangana’s future.
Urban local bodies, he said, are the backbone of state development, and the government is committed to strengthening them in the coming years.
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