Telangana budget focus on welfare and inclusive development: Vivek Venkatswamy

Hyderabad: Telangana budget welfare remained the central focus as Labour, Employment and Mines Minister Dr G Vivek Venkatswamy said the government prepared the 2026–27 budget in line with people’s aspirations.

Speaking at Gandhi Bhavan on Thursday, he said the budget aimed to ensure welfare for all sections and promote inclusive development across the state.

He criticised the previous BRS government and said it burdened the state with heavy debt through high-interest loans. He said the Congress government inherited liabilities of nearly ₹8 lakh crore.

However, he said the government was preparing a people-approved budget. He added that the Telangana budget welfare approach would shape future development priorities.

Telangana budget welfare to guide development roadmap

Vivek Venkatswamy described the upcoming budget, to be presented by Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka, as a “revolutionary budget”. He said it would set a new direction for the state’s development.

Within two years of assuming office, the Congress government paid nearly ₹3 lakh crore towards loan interest, he said. However, the government continued to prioritise welfare despite financial constraints.

He highlighted key schemes under the Telangana budget welfare framework, including fine rice distribution, Indiramma housing, farmer loan waivers, and Rythu Bharosa. He also said officials issued ration cards to eligible beneficiaries.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to good governance. He said the budget would ensure benefits reached all sections and support inclusive growth.

Meanwhile, Vivek Venkatswamy participated in Ugadi celebrations at Gandhi Bhavan along with Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka, TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud, and other leaders.