Bhatti slams BRS govt for reckless approvals, stalled projects
He said several projects were taken up but left incomplete, leading to severe fund shortages and leaving new ministers unable to propose fresh works in their departments. At a review meeting with members of the cabinet sub-committee on infrastructure and capital works, held at the secretariat, Bhatti pointed out that approvals in governance had traditionally followed a 1:3 ratio based on revenue and budget.
However, the BRS govt, he said, had completely disregarded this principle, resulting in a situation where "no project is in a position to be completed and no new work can be funded."
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He directed secretaries of various departments to address the "unhealthy situation" by first identifying projects that are at least 95% complete and prioritising them through well-prepared plans. While pushing forward with development, he stressed that all constituencies in the state must receive fair representation.
Bhatti further instructed that projects supported by central govt-sponsored schemes and NABARD assistance should be given preference to ensure timely completion.
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He warned against repeating past imbalances where some departments received 100% priority while others were ignored.
The minister also emphasised that fund allocation must go hand in hand with revenue generation. All officers were asked to prepare plans accordingly and to coordinate with their respective ministers before sub-committee meetings, ensuring priority lists of works are in place.
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