Telangana Government Launches New Welfare Schemes

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy set a new record by launching four welfare schemes in 563 villages across all mandals on January 26. The schemes were launched across 563 villages in all mandals.

Rythu Bharosa Scheme

  • Rythu Bharosa provides financial assistance to farmers.
  • It provides ₹6,000 per acre as investment assistance for farmers in the rabi season.
  • 4.41 lakh farmers covering 9.48 lakh acres received ₹569 crore.

Indiramma Atmiya Bharosa Scheme

  • Indiramma Atmiya Bharosa targets landless agricultural labour families.
  • It offers annual financial support of Rs 12,000 ((₹6,000 as first installment)
  • This initiative is crucial for improving the living standards of vulnerable populations.
  • The scheme is designed to provide a safety net for those who depend on agriculture but lack land ownership.
  • As many as 20,336 agricultural laborers in 561 villages received ₹10.91 crore under this scheme

Indiramma Housing Scheme

  • The Indiramma Indlu housing scheme aims to provide financial aid for constructing homes.
  • Eligible families receive Rs 5 lakh to build their houses. The government plans to construct 450,000 houses during 2024-2025.
  • This initiative addresses the pressing issue of homelessness in Telangana.

Ration Cards

  • To ensure food security, the government is issuing new ration cards.
  • 15,414 new ration cards were issued, benefiting 51,912 people.
  • In addition, ration cards were updated, adding 1.03 lakh new members.
  • This move aims to assist families who have been waiting for long periods.
  • The issuance of ration cards will help improve access to essential food supplies for low-income families.

Court Directions for Inclusivity

The Telangana High Court directed the government to consider inclusivity in the Indiramma Atmiya Bharosa scheme. This decision arose from a petition denoting the need for support for urban landless agricultural workers. The court’s ruling opens the door for broader access to welfare measures.

Addressing Sand Supply Issues

The Chief Minister has initiated a study to improve sand supply for construction under the Indiramma Housing scheme. A committee has been formed to explore ways to provide sand at lower prices. This initiative aims to combat rising construction costs and ensure better access to building materials.

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