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India Today
2 days ago
- Business
- India Today
K Kavitha calls summons to father KCR in Kaleshwaram project political vendetta
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K Kavitha staged a protest at Dharna Chowk in Hyderabad today, condemning the judicial summons issued to her father, former Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), in connection with the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (KLIS), calling it a politically driven attempt to target under the banner of Telangana Jagruthi, the cultural organisation led by Kavitha, the protest saw party supporters gather in large numbers to oppose the Justice PC Ghose Commission's summons to KCR over alleged irregularities in the multi-crore irrigation so-called judicial commission is nothing but a Congress commission,' Kavitha said, accusing the Congress-led state government of trying to 'erase KCR's legacy' and discredit his pro-farmer initiatives. She alleged that the probe was part of a larger political conspiracy and insisted that the Kaleshwaram project, which aims to irrigate 40 lakh acres when fully operational, has been a lifeline for farmers across Telangana. 'The entire intent of this notice is to tarnish the image of a leader who gave Telangana water, power, and self-respect,' she who was initially summoned to appear before the commission on June 5, has reportedly requested a new date and is now expected to depose on June also targeted current Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, questioning his silence on Andhra Pradesh's proposed Polavaram-Banakacherla project, which aims to divert 200 TMC of surplus Godavari water to drought-prone areas in Andhra claimed the Telangana government was ignoring serious inter-state water issues while focusing on what she called a 'political witch-hunt.'In response, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu had earlier said that the Polavaram-Banakacherla plan would only utilise surplus Godavari water that would otherwise flow into the sea, and urged Telangana not to Kaleshwaram project, once touted as the world's largest multi-stage lift irrigation scheme, has come under scrutiny over cost escalations, design flaws, and substandard construction, allegations the BRS strongly Watch IN THIS STORY#Telangana
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Telangana Congress's weekly grievance redressal forum ‘Face-to-Face with Minister' resumes in Hyderabad after five months
The 'Face-to-Face with Minister' at Gandhi Bhavan in Hyderabad has resumed after a gap of over five months. As part of the weekly programme, Ministers from the Telangana cabinet sit at the Congress party's headquarters to receive petitions from people and address their grievances. It, launched in September 2024, was stopped in December without giving any reason. Transport and BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar attended the programme on Wednesday (June 10, 2025). He said that the party had decided to continue with the event for the benefit of the people following the direction of party state-in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan. 'I appeal to the people and party workers to come to Gandhi Bhavan, which is like a temple for many, and submit your petitions to get your issues resolved,' he said. Later, he received petitions from the public as well as party workers. The petitions are related to land disputes, senior citizens' welfare, jobs, party positions and others, according to the party sources. Speaking to the media before attending the programme, Mr. Prabhakar termed Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K. Kavitha's protest under the aegis of Telangana Jagruthi at Dharna Chowk on Wednesday against notices to former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao — by the Justice PC Ghosh commission probing alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (KLIS) — as mere attempt to make her presence felt. 'The enquiry commission can call or issue notices to anyone involved in the execution of the Kaleshwaram project,' the Minister said, defending the issuance of notices to the former Chief Minister. He alleged that the previous BRS government had looted public money under the pretext of providing water by constructing irrigation projects. He also dismissed the recent controversy surrounding Ms. Kavitha's letter to her father as a trivial matter, adding that the Congress is not bothered about their internal clashes. He accused the main Opposition BRS of enacting dramas to attract public attention because the party is losing ground and its future seems bleak.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Telangana cabinet meeting tomorrow; KLIS, Yuva Vikasam on agenda
HYDERABAD: The state Cabinet, led by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, is scheduled to meet on June 5. It is expected to take up the report submitted by the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) on the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (KLIS), implementation of the Rajiv Yuva Vikasam Scheme and issues concerning government employees, among other matters. Sources said the Cabinet is likely to approve the NDSA report and adopt its recommendations. The Rajiv Yuva Vikasam Scheme, which aims to provide bank loans with incentives for youth self-employment, is also expected to come up for discussion. Even before the scheme's rollout, the government received several complaints about ineligible applicants being considered. Though over 13 lakh applications have been received, the distribution of sanction letters — which was set to begin on June 2 — has been put on hold. In a recent meeting with ministers, the chief minister said the letters would be issued only after Cabinet deliberations. Meanwhile, the Cabinet is also likely to discuss the report submitted by the three-officer committee formed to engage with government employees on their pending issues and demands. The report was recently submitted to Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Kavitha to stage protest at Indira Chowk over notices to KCR in Kaleshwaram probe today
Protesting against the notices issued to BRS president and former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao by the Justice PC Ghose Commission probing alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (KLIS), BRS MLC and Telangana Jagruthi chief Kalvakuntla Kavitha will stage a maha dharna at Dharna Chowk, Indira Park, on Wednesday (June 4). The dharna, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., will witness participation from KCR followers and members of the Telangana Jagruthi, according to a statement. Irrigation and agriculture experts will speak on the benefits of the KLIS and expose the alleged 'vicious politics' by the ruling party during the protest.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Eatala opens public grievances cell in city
Hyderabad: BJP MP Eatala Rajender announced that the party opened a public grievances cell at the party central office which began its operations from Monday. An MP or MLA will be available from 11 am to 2 pm to receive representations from people. Addressing the media on Monday, he stated that individuals could submit their grievances regarding job irregularities, real estate mafia, misuse of power by those in authority, and other issues concerning them. He assured that the party would address these matters with the relevant authorities for immediate resolution or escalate them to the government for further action. The BJP will also fight for people on the potential issues. Eatala emphasised that the BJP has been actively fighting various issues, including filling government jobs, the diversion of Godavari river waters, paddy procurement, and many others. 'There is a widespread belief among the people that only the BJP can come to their rescue and pull the state out of its financial troubles,' he remarked. The BJP leader also criticised the BRS and Congress parties for taking credit for the formation of a separate Telangana state. He dismissed meetings with BRS leaders, and made it clear that other than at social gatherings such as marriages and festivals, 'there is no communication whatsoever with the BRS leaders.' He launched a scathing attack on Congress and Chief Minister, A Revanth Reddy, stating, 'The Chief Minister calls Prime Minister Narendra Modi his elder brother and seeks the Centre's support for the state. However, he hurls insults against Modi and the Centre back home. It shows his double standards,' he pointed out. The Malkajgiri said the Congress had appointed several commissions to investigate the Kaleswaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (KLIS), phone tapping, and other issues. However, no action has been taken, leading to doubts about whether these commissions were a genuine effort to uncover irregularities or just a facade. Turning to the state formation day, he asserted that the creation of Telangana was the result of three generations of struggle. He highlighted that the governments of Indira Gandhi and Brahmananda Reddy were responsible for the deaths of 369 innocent people in 1969. 'We will be celebrating June 2. Telangana did not come to us as a gift; we achieved it through our struggle and sacrifice.' Eatala reiterated that the BJP is firmly committed to Telangana and referred to the Kakinada resolution as 'one vote, two states.' Union Defence Minister and former BJP chief Rajnath Singh expressed support for Telangana in 2007, and leaders like Bandaru Dattatreya and Ashok Yadav played key roles in the Joint Action Committee. Sushma Swaraj encouraged Telangana youth not to resort to suicide. She took a strong stand in Parliament, earning her the affectionate title 'Chinnamma.' In contrast, Congress has faltered in its support, while the BJP has remained steadfast. 'The vision for a social and democratic Telangana can only be realised under the BJP's leadership,' he affirmed.
