Telangana Finance Minister unveils ₹3.04L Cr budget.
The Telangana government has unveiled a significant budgetary allocation for the Indiramma housing scheme, earmarking ₹22,500 crores to support housing development across the state. This ambitious initiative aims to construct 4.50 lakh houses, ensuring adequate shelter for economically weaker sections. To ensure equitable distribution, the scheme has been structured to provide 3,500 houses per constituency, covering all legislative regions comprehensively.
The Indiramma housing scheme reflects the government’s commitment to social welfare and inclusive development, addressing the pressing need for affordable housing in urban and rural areas. By allocating substantial funds, the state aims to bridge the housing gap and enhance living conditions for underprivileged families.
This initiative is expected to generate employment opportunities in the construction sector while boosting local economies. It also aligns with the state’s broader vision of infrastructural development and improved quality of life for citizens. With this move, Telangana continues to set benchmarks in welfare-oriented governance and social empowerment.
Telangana Finance Minister Presents ₹3.04 Lakh Crore Budget for 2025-26
The budget totals ₹3,04,965 crores, marking a significant increase from the previous year’s budget of ₹2,91,000 crores for 2024-25.
Key Highlights of the Budget
- Total Budget: ₹3,04,965 crores
- Revenue Expenditure: ₹2,26,982 crores
- Capital Expenditure: ₹36,504 crores
Sector-wise Allocations
Agriculture and Rural Development
- Agriculture: ₹24,439 crores
- Rythu Bharosa (Farmer Support): ₹18,000 crores
- Animal Husbandry: ₹1,674 crores
- Civil Supplies: ₹5,734 crores
- Panchayat Raj and Rural Development: ₹31,605 crores
Social Welfare and Employment
- Education: ₹23,108 crores
- Employment Generation: ₹900 crores
- Women and Child Welfare: ₹2,861 crores
- Scheduled Caste Welfare: ₹40,232 crores
- Scheduled Tribe Welfare: ₹17,169 crores
- Backward Classes Welfare: ₹11,405 crores
- Minority Welfare: ₹3,591 crores
- Handloom and Handicrafts: ₹371 crores
Infrastructure and Development
- Industry Sector: ₹3,525 crores
- Electricity: ₹21,221 crores
- Health Services: ₹12,393 crores
- Urban Development and Municipal Affairs: ₹17,677 crores
- Irrigation: ₹23,373 crores
- Tourism Sector: ₹775 crores
- Cultural Sector: ₹465 crores
- Forestry and Environment: ₹1,023 crores
- Information Technology: ₹774 crores
Housing Initiatives
- Indiramma Housing Scheme: ₹22,500 crores allocated
- Houses Planned: 4.50 lakh across constituencies
- Per Constituency Allocation: 3,500 houses
Cabinet Approval and Strategic Goals
- Cabinet Meeting: Held at 9:30 AM before the budget presentation
- Chaired by: Chief Minister Revanth Reddy
- Key Discussions: Funding adjustments and strategic priorities
This budget reflects Telangana’s commitment to infrastructure development, rural welfare, and social empowerment, ensuring a balanced approach to economic growth and public welfare.