Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to begin two-day Delhi visit to seek Centre's support for Telangana projects
Reddy will depart after launching the Vana Mahotsavam programme at PJT Agricultural University here.
During his meetings, the CM is expected to seek funds and approvals for the state projects such as Regional Ring Road (RRR),
Musi river rejuvenation
, and Metro Rail expansion.
He will return to Hyderabad tomorrow, sources added.
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