Revanth Reddy on Sunday reiterated that the state government will not step back on farmers’ welfare despite facing financial challenges. Addressing a public meeting in Narmetta village of Nangunur mandal in Siddipet district, he released funds under the Rythu Bharosa scheme and inaugurated an oil palm factory constructed at a cost of ₹300 crore. He also expressed confidence that the Congress party would secure victory in Siddipet in the upcoming elections and promised a ministerial post to the winning candidate.
The Chief Minister stated that unlike previous governments, his administration does not discriminate against constituencies represented by opposition leaders. He emphasized that Siddipet has received substantial funding under his leadership and asserted that if he intended to show bias, the oil palm factory could have been shifted to his own constituency, Kodangal.
Under the Rythu Bharosa scheme, the government has mobilized ₹9,000 crore to provide investment support for 1.50 crore acres across the state. In the first phase, ₹3,590 crore has been released, which will be credited to farmers’ bank accounts on Monday due to a bank holiday on Sunday. The remaining funds—₹2,650 crore and ₹2,760 crore—will be disbursed in two phases within 20 days. He noted that the government has so far spent ₹1.40 lakh crore on farmers’ welfare.
Highlighting the need for agricultural reforms, Revanth Reddy urged farmers to adopt crop diversification to enhance profitability. He cited Ankapur farmers of Nizamabad district as a model and advised shifting towards high-demand crops, as the Centre has indicated limited procurement of paddy. He also expressed concern over declining agricultural activity in Rangareddy district due to rapid real estate expansion, leading to increased dependence on imports from other states.
The Chief Minister also outlined key welfare initiatives, stating that the government aims to make one crore women financially empowered. He said women’s self-help groups are being encouraged to enter the solar power sector, traditionally dominated by large companies. In the education sector, he highlighted the introduction of English medium in government schools and provision of breakfast along with mid-day meals. Referring to the ongoing tensions in West Asia, he warned of a possible urea shortage and urged BJP MPs to ensure supply from the Ramagundam plant to Telangana farmers. He also inaugurated the factory built on 62 acres and laid the foundation stone for a palm oil refinery plant worth ₹80 crore.