CM Revanth To Launch Statewide Distribution Of New Ration Cards On July 14: Uttam Kumar Reddy

Hyderabad, July 2 (Maxim News): In a significant welfare push, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy will officially launch the distribution of new ration cards across Telangana from July 14, announced Food & Civil Supplies Minister Capt. N. Uttam Kumar Reddy during a high-level review meeting held at the Nalgonda District Collectorate.

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The event will be inaugurated at Tirumalagiri in Tungaturthi constituency, with Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka also scheduled to attend. The launch marks the beginning of a comprehensive statewide rollout aimed at strengthening food security and expanding the reach of welfare benefits to all eligible households.

Transparent, Corruption-Free Beneficiary Selection

Speaking at the meeting, Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy directed district collectors to complete the verification of all eligible ration card applications by July 13. Emphasizing transparency and accountability, he said:

“Every eligible person must receive a ration card without any discrimination. This process must be corruption-free.”

To maintain oversight, bi-monthly review meetings will be held to ensure effective implementation.

Telangana’s Free Rice Scheme Benefitting Over 3 Crore People

The Minister highlighted the state’s flagship free fine rice scheme, which delivers 6 kg of rice per person every month through a network of fair price shops, benefiting 3.10 crore people — nearly 84% of Telangana’s population. The scheme, which costs the state over ₹13,000 crore annually, provided three months’ worth of rations in June, July, and August to ensure continuity.

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Congress Slams BRS Over Neglect of Poor

Uttam Kumar Reddy criticized the previous BRS regime for its poor handling of food security. He noted that in 10 years, only 49,000 new ration cards were issued, despite a growing number of deserving families.

“The BRS issued most of these cards during by-elections. They ignored lakhs of eligible households,” he said.

In contrast, the Congress government has received lakhs of applications and is addressing them through a mission-driven approach, he added.

Push for Pending Irrigation Projects in Nalgonda

The Minister also reviewed the progress of long-pending irrigation projects in the erstwhile Nalgonda district, urging officials and elected representatives to fast-track land acquisition and clear forest hurdles. He revealed that efforts are underway to restart the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) project, with the support of the Indian Army’s engineering wing for technical surveys using electromagnetic LIDAR.

Infrastructure and Welfare in Focus

R&B Minister Komatireddy Venkatareddy announced ₹45 crore in approvals for Sangem Bridge and road upgrades under the HAM scheme.

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SC, ST & Minority Welfare Minister A. Laxman Kumar assured support for district development and welfare programs.

Multiple MLAs and public representatives raised local issues, including the repair of irrigation canals, resettlement fund requirements, and reopening of social welfare scheme applications.

‘No Family Will Be Left Behind’

Summing up the session, Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy reaffirmed the Congress government’s commitment to inclusive growth.

“This ration card distribution marks a new chapter in public welfare. Through transparent systems and committed officials, we will ensure that no family is left behind,” he concluded.

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