Archive · 22 Sep 2026
Revanth Reddy Details Dalit, Tribal Welfare Measures in Telangana
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said the government wants to help Dalit and tribal communities.
He said these communities still remember Indira Gandhi with affection.
He praised her for helping distribute land titles covering 25 lakh acres.
He said Dalits and tribal people are receiving support through housing, food, and other welfare programs.
Breakfast is being given to 27.50 lakh children from nursery through class 12.
High-quality rice is being distributed to 3.48 crore people.
The government will try to provide compensation quickly to people affected by atrocities.
The Chief Minister also said education and sports can help children build better futures.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said the government is focused on uplifting Dalits and Adivasis.
He praised Indira Gandhi’s role in distributing land titles covering 25 lakh acres.
Dalits comprise 31% and Scheduled Tribes 17% of beneficiaries under the Indiramma housing scheme.
Breakfast is provided to 27.50 lakh children, while fortified-quality rice reaches 3.48 crore people.
Officials were told to release atrocity compensation through a green channel without linking it to budget constraints.
- Who
- Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, government officials, Dalit communities, Adivasis, and victims of atrocities.
- What
- The government reviewed implementation of the SC/ST Atrocities (Prevention) Act and outlined welfare measures for Dalits and tribal communities.
- When
- Tuesday.
- Where
- At the Secretariat.
- Why
- To uplift Dalits and Adivasis, address atrocities, provide timely compensation, and promote education and development.
- Land titles praised
- Indira Gandhi was credited with distributing assigned land titles covering 25 lakh acres.
- Indiramma housing beneficiaries
- Dalits account for 31% and Scheduled Tribes account for 17% of beneficiaries.
- Children receiving breakfast
- 27.50 lakh children from nursery through class 12.
- Rice distribution
- High-quality rice is distributed to 3.48 crore people.
- Compensation process
- Officials were directed to release compensation through a green channel.
- Education focus
- The Chief Minister said education is essential to addressing underlying problems in marginalized communities.