Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy criticized the Telangana government for dividing the Hyderabad, Gajwel, and Nalgonda municipal corporations, calling it illegal. He stated that this division occurred despite guidelines against such actions after a Census notification. Reddy highlighted that the state government’s decision to divide the corporations was in violation of set timelines and guidelines.
The BJP leader expressed concerns over the transfer of IAS officers and officials during municipal elections, citing violations of Election Commission norms. He also criticized the division of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) into three corporations, alleging non-compliance with Election Commission rules. Reddy raised issues regarding the inclusion of distant areas in the new corporations, potentially impacting the welfare of residents.
Reddy further accused the state government of incorporating villages into the new corporations without proper planning or financial preparation. He pointed out the significant increase in the total area covered by the three corporations compared to the original GHMC area, emphasizing the lack of infrastructure development plans. The Union Minister criticized the unilateral decision to divide the GHMC without public consultation, highlighting discrepancies in defining boundaries and the exclusion of key areas.
The BJP leader also alleged political motivations behind the inclusion of specific areas within the GHMC, suggesting influence from certain parties. Regarding the municipal elections, Reddy accused the Congress party of openly distributing money at polling booths, with alleged inaction from election and police authorities despite complaints. He expressed confidence in the BJP’s performance in the elections, amidst claims of opposition parties resorting to monetary influence and violence.
