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Hans India
7 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Telangana to build over 5,000 km of HAM roads to ramp up connectivity
Hyderabad: As part of its vision to provide better road facilities across the state, the Telangana government is set to construct 5,190 km of roads under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM). The project, which will be carried out in 17 packages, aims to connect every village to its mandal centre, every mandal to its district centre, and every district to the state capital. In the first phase, the Roads & Buildings (R&B) Department will take up 17 packages covering 5,190 km at a cost of Rs 6,478 crore, while the Panchayat Raj Engineering Department will handle 7,947 km in 17 packages at a cost of approximately Rs 6,000 crore. The remaining 6,810 km will be tendered by December of this year. The plan includes four-lane roads from district centres to Hyderabad, two-lane roads from mandals to district headquarters, and the upgrading of rural roads, including converting mud roads into bitumen-surfaced ones, informed R&B Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy. Addressing a Road Show on HAM at the National Academy of Construction (NAC) on Tuesday, the Minister said the government's vision is to link every village to its mandal headquarters, every mandal to the district headquarters, and every district to Hyderabad through modern, all-weather roads. Venkat Reddy explained that the HAM combines the strengths of the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) and Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) models, with the government funding 40 per cent of the project cost in ten instalments. Contractors will invest the remaining 60 per cent, which will be repaid based on performance with inflation-linked adjustments. The model ensures low risk for investors, a steady income, and 15 years of assured maintenance, resulting in durable, pothole-free, and safer roads. He stressed that quality roads are the backbone of economic growth and said Telangana's development plan places equal emphasis on welfare and infrastructure. The Minister assured contractors and financial institutions of transparency, timely payments, and clear policy support, adding that a web-based 'TG Roads Inventory' application has been developed for real-time project monitoring. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and Panchayat Raj Minister Seethakka, along with Road Development Corporation Chairman Malreddy Ram Reddy, attended the event as chief guests.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Raj Gopal fires fresh salvo, asks why 2 brothers can't be ministers
1 2 Hyderabad: Congress MLA Komatireddy Raj Gopal Reddy on Tuesday fired yet another salvo at Congress top guns, stating that didn't the party leadership know that they are two brothers, Komatireddy Raj Gopal Reddy and Venkat Reddy, in the grand old party, when promising him a cabinet berth. "I was promised a cabinet berth at the time of coming back into Congress from BJP during the assembly elections (in Nov 2023). After we two brothers won the assembly polls, again I was promised a cabinet berth at the time of the Lok Sabha elections (May 2024) to ensure the victory of Congress from Bhongir parliament seat. At least, then they would have been well aware that two brothers were legislators in Congress," he said. Stating that he was waiting patiently for the party high command to honour its promise of giving a cabinet berth to him, he said denial of a ministry to him would be deemed as an injustice to the the people of Munugode constituency, represented by him. "I will tolerate injustice to me but not to the people of my constituency," he said. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad | Gold Rates Today in Hyderabad | Silver Rates Today in Hyderabad On the comments of some Congress top leaders, including deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka that caste and other equations were the reasons for him not getting a cabinet berth so far, Raj Gopal pointed out that there were three ministers from Khammam, where nine Congress MLAs were there, and what was wrong in Nalgonda district having three ministers, which has 11 legislators from Congress. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play this game for 1 minute and see why everyone is addicted. Undo "We, both brothers, are efficient. What is wrong if two brothers, who are efficient, are ministers? I will continue to wait patiently even if there is a further delay in cabinet berth being given to me. You (Congress leadership) gave word, fulfil it. But until then, don't neglect Munugode's development. Why aren't the equations working out to take me into the cabinet? Who is blocking my entry?," he asked. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
New Indian Express
12-08-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Telangana government to set up panel to end film workers' strike
HYDERABAD: Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy on Monday announced that the state government will constitute a committee to resolve the ongoing strike by Telugu film industry workers. The committee will hold discussions with all stakeholders to work out an amicable settlement, he said, expressing hope that film shootings would resume from Wednesday. The Telugu Film Industry Employees Federation (TFIEF) has been on strike for the past eight days, demanding a 30% wage hike. Against this backdrop, TFIEF representatives met minister Venkat Reddy at the Secretariat. During the meeting, the minister urged both producers and cine workers to show flexibility and end the strike. 'The government stands with the workers, but they must also consider the concerns of small producers. Only discussions can lead to a solution. A strike is not the right path to resolve issues,' he said. Reiterating the government's vision to make Hyderabad a global film hub, Venkat Reddy stressed the importance of safeguarding the city's reputation as a prime destination for the cinema and entertainment industry. He noted that Telangana's scenic locations have the potential to attract filmmakers, boost tourism, create jobs, and generate revenue for local communities. The minister also said that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is committed to providing housing for economically weaker cine workers and improving amenities to enhance their quality of life. Telangana State Film Development Corporation Chairman Dil Raju emphasised the need for unity within the industry and urged collective support for the government's vision. Special Chief Secretary (Home) Ravi Gupta and representatives of various film associations also attended the meeting.
Time of India
08-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Telangana seeks PM's nod to fast-track infra projects
Advt Roads and buildings minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy on Thursday asserted that the Telangana government is prioritising development over politics, and announced his plans to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi soon to seek expedited approvals for key infrastructure projects in the the first meeting of the newly-constituted task force committee, the minister focused on resolving inter-departmental issues that have been delaying major projects under the National Highways Authority of India and the ministry of road transport and highways. These include the Warangal-Khammam NH-163G, the Sita Rama lift irrigation greenfield corridor, and the Kalwakurthy-Srisailam elevated meeting reviewed critical project components such as forest clearances, land acquisition, utility shifting, and coordination between departments. Venkat Reddy directed officials to expedite clearances related to irrigation pipelines, water supply lines, high-tension electrical lines, and mining permissions, urging them to act without further emphasised that inter-departmental coordination would be the key to the task force's success, and assured that such reviews would be conducted regularly to identify and clear on the Regional Ring Road project , the minister described it as the "crown jewel of Telangana's road infrastructure", expressing optimism that work would begin in the coming months. He said that land acquisition for the northern section is nearly complete, although the decision to upgrade it to a six-lane road has led to minor Reddy also said he would personally intervene with relevant departments, including holding talks with irrigation minister Uttam Kumar Reddy, to secure the remaining NOCs and approvals required to keep projects on track.
New Indian Express
08-08-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Centre to clear northern RRR works this month, says minister Venkat Reddy
HYDERABAD: The Union Cabinet will grant approval for the construction of the northern part of the Regional Ring Road (RRR) later this month. Roads & Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy on Thursday said that this information was conveyed to him by the Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari. Venkat Reddy was addressing the first meeting of the Task Force Committee, which was formed to fast-track the stalled National Highways Projects in the state, at the Secretariat. The minister expressed hope that the works on the RRR project would start within the next few months. 'The land acquisition process is nearing completion. Hopefully, we will be able to commence project works at the earliest.' Stating that the Congress government's priority is development and not politics, he revealed his plan to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi soon to push for speedy approvals of key infrastructure projects. The meeting addressed critical project-specific issues in the Warangal-Khammam NH-163G, Sita Rama Lift Irrigation Greenfield Corridor and Kalwakurthy-Srisailam elevated corridor. The minister, meanwhile, assured officials that he would intervene with relevant departments, including discussions with Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy, to push for swift approvals of pending NoCs. Later during an informal chat with reporters, Venkat Reddy said that the government would invite tenders for construction of roads in the state under Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) mode. 'We are contemplating completing these roads within the next three years. Under Phase 1, the government will spend Rs 6,000 crore,' he said. The minister also said that the government will inaugurate TIMS, Sanathnagar by October. He also expressed confidence that the Centre will sanction a greenfield highway between the proposed Future City and Vijayawada. When asked about the ongoing film workers' strike, Venkat Reddy, who also holds the cinematography portfolio, said that he will hold a meeting with industry representatives on Friday and try to resolve the issue.
