Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka criticized the Union Budget for neglecting Telangana in its allocations. Despite efforts by state officials to secure funding for various projects, the Budget did not include any provisions for Telangana’s development. Vikramarka expressed disappointment over the absence of funding for key projects like Musi River rejuvenation and Metro Rail expansion.
He highlighted the state’s significant contributions to the bio-pharma sector, emphasizing Telangana’s absence in the Budget allocations despite its global recognition in this field. Additionally, Vikramarka pointed out the lack of funding for sectors where Hyderabad excels, such as electronics and sports, raising concerns over the Budget’s impact on the state’s growth prospects.
The Deputy CM questioned the Budget’s oversight of Telangana’s potential in areas like the Orange Economy, medical tourism, and rare earth minerals. He criticized the Budget for favoring other states over Telangana in crucial projects like semiconductor units, highlighting the unequal treatment faced by the state. Vikramarka also expressed concerns about the Budget’s impact on marginalized communities and urged unity among Telangana MPs to advocate for fair fund allocations.
