BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao criticized the recent Union Budget, claiming that Telangana did not receive its fair share. Rao accused the BJP-led Centre of neglecting the state for over a decade and questioned the Congress-led state government’s failure to secure adequate allocations.
Rao expressed disappointment that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s numerous visits to New Delhi did not result in any financial benefits for Telangana. He highlighted the unsuccessful outcome of the supposed understanding between Congress and BJP, stating that it did not translate into tangible gains for the state.
Pointing fingers at the BJP leadership, Rao noted the lack of support from Telangana’s own MPs and Union Ministers in advocating for the state’s interests in Parliament. He emphasized the absence of significant allocations for Telangana despite its representation in the Union Cabinet.
Rao criticized the neglect of key projects in Telangana over the past decade, including irrigation projects, infrastructure development, educational institutions, and industrial initiatives, which were not addressed in the latest Budget. He underscored a pattern of discrimination against Telangana in the allocation of Central funds.
Demanding accountability from Congress and BJP representatives from Telangana, as well as the state government, Rao called the lack of financial support in the Budget a serious injustice. He urged for a public apology from concerned parties for their failure to secure funds for Telangana.
