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The Hindu
12-08-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Govt. to develop around 13,000 km road network, says Deputy CM
The State government has embarked upon an ambitious programme for development of around 13,000 km road network across the State. It is proposed to develop 7,947 km roads through 17 packages under the Panchayat Raj department and the development through Roads and Buildings department will account for another 5,190 km in equal number of packages. The government is in the process of calling for tenders for the proposed road works approved by the State Cabinet so that works can be started at the earliest, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka said. The Deputy Chief Minister stressed the need for contractors to become partners in Telangana Rising and the government was firm on providing opportunities to small contractors too. A meeting with bankers has been arranged shortly to financially encourage contractors. Mr. Bhatti Vikramarka was speaking at a meeting convened on HAM (Hybrid Annuity Model) roads here on Tuesday. He lamented that the BRS government left behind arrears of ₹45,000 crore pertaining to development works as legacy to the present government. The State government was focussing not only on welfare programmes but also on advancing infrastructure, industries, education and healthcare sectors as part of Telangana Rising. He acknowledged that the government was aware of the contractors' problems recalling that the previous dispensation entered into agreements for development works worth ₹1.75 lakh crore. It had however issued tokens for works estimated to cost ₹45,000 crore but failed to clear dues leaving behind financial burden on the present government. The situation was gradually improving as Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Ministers and senior officials were focussing on the matter and as part of it, steps had been initiated to ensure that contractors overcame their difficulties. The government considered contractors, industrialists and investors as partners in wealth creation and was working with a humanitarian approach. He said some roads needed to be converted into four lane ones in view of the traffic requirements and directed the officials concerned to prepare list of such roads so that it could be placed before the Cabinet for approval. As part of the works, the government would contribute 40% of funds required for HAM rosds and was working out modalities to raise necessary resources.
New Indian Express
05-08-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
SBWL clears key projects in Telangana, to open tiger cell
Peddagutta Lift Irrigation Project cleared The 11kV power line and approach road proposal in Mulugu was rejected for its possible environmental impact. However, the Peddagutta Lift Irrigation Project in Nalgonda was approved by the NBWL. The board also discussed animal passageways for 22 rural roads—18 under the PMGSY and four under the Roads and Buildings department. A central team from the Ministry of Environment, NTCA, WII, and State Forest department will inspect the sites in August. Forest officials were directed to revise underpass designs based on wildlife presence. Mobile towers cleared The board approved 13 mobile towers proposed by BSNL and Airtel in forest areas. These were previously cleared by the NBWL in March 2025. Standing committee formed A Standing Committee of the SBWL has been officially formed through a March 2025 government order under Section 6A(1) of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. It will advise on conservation issues, review forest-impacting projects, and help plan protected areas. At least 50% of members must be present for decisions. It was also noted that revenue from forest and tiger reserve check posts is being deposited into Tiger Conservation Foundation accounts to support anti-poaching. Tiger Cell to be set up A tiger cell will be established at Aranya Bhavan to monitor tiger and leopard activity outside protected areas and track human-wildlife conflict in districts like Kamareddy, Nirmal, Jagtial, Eturnagaram, and Kinnerasani. A study was approved to assess heavy vehicle movement through Kawal Tiger Reserve, focusing on wildlife deaths, and environmental impact.
New Indian Express
26-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Telangana govt releases Rs 205 crore for Warangal airport land acquisition
WARANGAL: The Telangana government on Friday issued orders for the release of Rs 205 crore for land acquisition for Mamnoor airport in Warangal. The funds will compensate farmers from Nakkalapally, Nalakunta, and Gunturpally villages, where additional land is being acquired. Administrative sanctions and fund withdrawals for the compensation were also approved. The order was issued by the Telangana Transport, Roads and Buildings department, with the funds allocated under the Budget Estimates (BE) for 2025–2026. The order was released by Principal Secretary Sundeep Kumar Sultania. In February 2025, the Union government approved the operationalisation of Mamnoor Airport, waiving the 150-kilometre restriction for new airport developments near Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA). With 696 acres already available, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) requires an additional 253 acres to make the airport operational. Warangal MP Dr Kadiyam Kavya stated that the Congress government is fulfilling a long-standing dream of the people by releasing `205 crore for land acquisition. She thanked Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for supporting the project and said that the state had secured necessary clearances from the Centre. She urged the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation to act swiftly and expedite the airport's revival.
Indian Express
13-07-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Gujarat: Over 99 % of complaints related to damaged roads resolved, says state govt
The Gujarat government has claimed that of the 3,632 complaints related to road damages, received on GujMARG, an application developed by the Roads and Buildings department, nearly 99.66% had been resolved. The application, which accepts complaints on potholes, damage to bridges and structures and unpainted speed bumps, has seen over 10,000 registrations so far, a government statement said. According to data from the Roads and Buildings department, just seven complaints currently remain under process. The government has urged citizens to continue using the GujMARG app to report issues related to potholes, damaged bridges, and other road infrastructure problems, especially during the ongoing monsoon season. GujMARG, developed by the Roads and Buildings Department, allows people to directly lodge infrastructure-related complaints. The platform enables users to report issues by uploading photographs, track the status of their complaints, and ensure timely follow-up by officials.
