Hyderabad: Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka assured the early release of minority welfare funds in Telangana during a high-level review meeting on pending schemes and financial proposals.
Minorities Welfare and Public Enterprises Minister Mohammad Azharuddin thanked Bhatti for assuring prompt action on outstanding payments and departmental requirements. The meeting brought together Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka, Azharuddin, AIMIM Floor Leader Akbaruddin Owaisi and senior officials.
Representatives from the Finance and Minorities Welfare departments also participated in discussions on pending financial clearances. The review covered Shadi Mubarak applications, scholarship dues, Waqf Board matters and proposals for educational and employment support.
Bhatti reviews release of minority welfare funds
During the meeting, Akbaruddin Owaisi raised several issues affecting minority welfare programmes across Telangana. He highlighted pending clearances for Shadi Mubarak applications and outstanding scholarship payments.
Additionally, Owaisi sought attention to matters concerning the Waqf Board and implementation of the Rajiv Yuva Vikasam scheme. He also raised the proposal to establish a new study centre in Hyderabad’s Old City.
Officials from the Minorities Welfare Department presented details of the department’s financial requirements and pending proposals. Following the presentation, Bhatti Vikramarka assured the participants that the government would take prompt steps to clear pending funds.
He also assured action to resolve outstanding departmental proposals. The discussions focused on expediting financial approvals and addressing delays affecting the implementation of welfare programmes.
Residential degree colleges and study circles discussed
The meeting also examined proposals to expand educational and career development opportunities for minority students. Among the initiatives discussed and agreed upon was the establishment of residential degree colleges offering specialised skill-based programmes.
The proposed institutions would aim to improve opportunities for minority students to progress into higher education and employment. Additionally, officials discussed financial assistance for the Haj House.
The participants also agreed on proposals to establish new study circles and career guidance cells in selected districts. These facilities would provide educational and career-related support to minority students and young people.
The discussions covered measures to strengthen access to skill development, academic guidance and employment opportunities. Azharuddin expressed gratitude to Bhatti Vikramarka for his assurance regarding the release of minority welfare funds and clearance of pending proposals.
He reaffirmed the Telangana government’s commitment to the social, economic and educational empowerment of minority communities. The Minister referred to the welfare priorities of the state government led by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy.
He said continued support from the government’s leadership would help ensure the implementation of minority welfare schemes across Telangana. The meeting addressed financial requirements and proposed initiatives intended to improve educational and economic opportunities for minority communities.