Hyderabad: Telangana Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao on Thursday stated that the state has fully utilised Central agriculture funds under various schemes. In fact, the state government prioritised the efficient allocation of Central agriculture funds. It aimed to set an example for other regions. This rectifies gaps left unaddressed over the previous decade.
Speaking during a video conference chaired by the Union Agriculture Minister with counterparts from six states, Tummala said Telangana had released its share for the 2025–26 financial year without delay. He noted that the entire central assistance received so far had been effectively deployed. Furthermore, he emphasized the impact of Central agriculture funds on agricultural development.
Tummala seeks more aid for key farm schemes
The minister emphasised continued government support to farmers through subsidised farm machinery. He requested an additional ₹200 crore to strengthen critical schemes. Moreover, he hoped that these Central agriculture funds would further boost initiatives. Notably, these include the National Mission on Agricultural Mechanization, “Per Drop More Crop,” and the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture.
Tummala also highlighted Telangana’s progress in oil palm cultivation, which drew appreciation from the Centre. However, he appealed to the Union government to raise import duty on palm oil to safeguard domestic farmers’ incomes. He noted that this step would help stabilise prices above ₹25,000 per quintal. Finally, he requested that the matter be brought to the Prime Minister’s attention.
Agriculture Minister TNR Garu represented Telangana in a video conference convened by the Union Agriculture Minister with Agriculture Ministers of six states to review the progress of Centrally Sponsored Schemes. He informed that Telangana has effectively utilized the funds… pic.twitter.com/eFLT83hYY8
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