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The Hindu
21-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Political leaders' language is distressing public; unregulated election spending is driving corruption: Telangana Council Chairman
Telangana Legislative Council Chairman Gutha Sukender Reddy expressed serious concern over the declining standards of political discourse, cautioning that the language used by political leaders is increasingly distressing the public. Speaking to the media at his camp office in Nalgonda on Monday (July 21, 2025), he urged leaders across party lines to introspect and adopt a more dignified tone. 'The political environment is turning toxic due to the harsh, foul and inflammatory language being used,' he said, adding that such rhetoric was creating public anger. 'Leaders should be mindful of future generations. Systems matter more than individuals,' he noted. On the other hand, Mr. Reddy also found fault with the growing culture of populist welfare schemes, stating that 'freebies are damaging the State and national economy.' He warned that if left unchecked, these schemes could lead to financial collapse. 'Such policies are creating a dependency mindset and eroding the work ethic among people, particularly in Telangana,' he said, pointing to the influx of labourers from states like Bihar and Chhattisgarh. Calling for a shift in focus towards employment generation, he said, 'People should not be made to rely on the government for everything. Our priority must be job creation, not just handing out doles.' Reddy also expressed alarm over rising corruption, particularly in the Irrigation department. 'Officials are inflating estimates and siphoning off large sums. The scale of corruption is enormous,' he alleged. He emphasised that the primary driver of corruption was unregulated election spending and urged the Supreme Court and Election Commission of India (ECI) to intervene. Commenting on the controversial Banakacharla project, he warned it would harm Telangana's interests and asked the government to take immediate note. On the issue of political violence and personal attacks among leaders, Mr. Reddy said such confrontations were unhealthy and cautioned that law would take its own course. He also advised restraint in politically sensitive cases, including that of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K. Kavitha and MLC Chintapandu Naveen aka Teenmaar Mallanna, stating that public representatives must uphold democratic values.
Hans India
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Ministers offer silk clothes to deity
Hyderabad: State IT and Industries Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu offered silk clothes to the goddess on behalf of the state government at the Sri Akkanna Madanna temple in Haribouli and performed special pujas on Sunday. Speaking on the occasion, he extended greetings to the people and said, 'Happy Ashada Bonala Jatara to everyone! Bonalu is more than just a festival. It embodies the essence of our Telangana way of life. Also, the culture and traditions are handed down through generations. It serves as a testament to our collective resolve, unity, self-respect, existence, and rich history. The word 'Bonam' is not just associated with a festival; it evokes the fragrance of our Telangana soil, the love of Motherm, and our spirit. This celebration, which is passed down through generations, echoes our history in the sound of drums and showcases the devotion embodied in Bonala. All these elements are the lifeblood of our Telangana way of life. He stated that the mother is the source of all creation and the force that sustains the worlds. 'I sincerely pray for her cool blessings to be upon all the people of Telangana. I wish everyone could live a full hundred years filled with happiness, good health, and prosperity. I hope that Telangana may thrive with her grace,' he added. Golkonda Bonalu, Secunderabad Bonalu, and Lal Darwaja Bonalu are excellent examples that not only represent our state but also communicate the essence of Telangana's way of life, village culture, traditions, and the spirit of our people to the entire country and the world. The government has allocated Rs 20 crore to organise the Bonalu festival in the twin cities on a grand scale. These funds were disbursed in cheques to 2,783 temples in the city. This is not just a statement; it is a firm commitment to convey the importance that the people's government, led by CM Revanth Reddy, places on Telangana's culture and traditions. On this occasion, 'I assure you that our government will always support the devotion and beliefs of the people of Telangana while preserving their traditions.' Besides, with the blessings of the goddess, and under the leadership of CM Revanth Reddy, we are working diligently to make Telangana a role model for other states in all fields, especially in the IT and industrial sectors, he said. During the Ashada month Bonalu festival, Gutta Sukhender Reddy, the Chairman of the Telangana Legislative Council, presented silk clothes on behalf of the government to Uppuguda Mahankali Ammavaru in Hyderabad. Gutta Sukhender Reddy was welcomed by the temple priests and committee members and participated in a special pooja program for Amma. Extending greetings to people, he said: 'Happy Ashada month, Bonalu festival to all the people of Telangana. May everyone in the state be prosperous and happy. I wish that this year would bring abundant rains and bountiful crops. Government welfare schemes should be accessible to all citizens. I am pleased that the state government is officially organising the Bonalu festival.' Telangana Dairy Development Corporation Chairman Gutta Amit Reddy, along with local leaders and temple committee Chairman Madhusudhan Goud, participated in the program. State Roads, Buildings, and Cinematography Minister Komati Reddy Venkat Reddy visited the Goddess at the Charminar Bhagyalakshmi Temple along with Hyderabad In-charge Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, offering silk robes to the Goddess on the occasion of the Bonala festival during the Ashadha month in Hyderabad. Extending Bonalu greetings, he said, 'Happy Bonalu festival to the people of Hyderabad and the twin cities. May everyone be blessed with a good dairy harvest. The metro is coming to the Old City in Hyderabad, and development will be achieved under Ammadhyaya. Bonala is a name recognised worldwide. Telangana state and Hyderabad city stand proud in this regard.'
Hans India
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Upgraded Warangal rly station showcases Kakatiya Art: Kavya
Hanamkonda: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 103 Amrit stations, virtually, across the entire Indian Railways network on Thursday including Warangal. The upgradation of Warangal station started in February 24 under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS), in a bid to meet the ever-increasing demands of rail users. MP Kavya, Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy, Telangana Legislative Council Deputy Chairman Banda Prakash, Union Minister of State Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma, MLC Baswaraju Saraiah, and several MLAs and MPs were present at the railway station on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion, MP Kavya said that the railway station has been developed to prominently showcase the historical art and architecture of the Kakatiya dynasty, and it will not only provide modern amenities for the thousands of daily commuters but also offer a pleasant and culturally rich atmosphere, said MP Kadiyam Kavya. Speaking on the occasion, MP Kavya mentioned that the development of the railway station with all modern facilities is a matter of pride for the people of Warangal. She stated that the station has been equipped with escalators, a spacious foot overbridge, artistic sculptures, a wide concourse, and various other facilities. As part of the Amrit Bharat Railway Station development initiative, only 40% of the work at Kazipet Railway Station has been completed so far. She urged for the remaining work to be expedited and made available for public use soon. MP Kavya also appealed for Kazipet to be developed into a multi-modal railway station. Additionally, she stressed the need for swift completion of the Fatima ROB and Kazipet Bus Stand construction works.
