Telangana CM seeks Centre’s approval to kick start projects

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged the central government to approve key infrastructure projects, including the northern section of the Regional Ring Road (RRR). During a meeting with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi, Reddy emphasized that nearly 95% of land acquisition for the RRR's northern stretch is complete and requested immediate approval to begin construction. He also sought approvals for the southern section, arguing that simultaneous execution of both corridors would reduce costs and expedite completion.

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simultaneous execution of both the northern and southern corridors would reduce costs and ensure faster completion of the project.

Reddy also pressed for the approval of a proposed greenfield highway connecting Hyderabad with Andhra Pradesh's capital region, noting that the project is envisioned under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act. Furthermore, he briefed Gadkari on plans for a 12-lane expressway linking the proposed Bharat Future City with Bandar (Machilipatnam) Port via Amaravati. The state government projects this highway will significantly reduce travel distance and freight transportation time between Hyderabad and the port.

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the highway would reduce the Hyderabad-Vijayawada travel distance by nearly 100 kilometres while significantly cutting freight transportation time between Hyderabad and the port.

In addition, the Chief Minister requested early forest clearances for the Mannanur-Srisailam elevated corridor, which traverses the Nallamala tiger reserve and wildlife sanctuary. This corridor aims to improve connectivity to the Srisailam temple and reservoir. Reddy also sought sanction for a six-lane alternative highway between Mancherial and Hyderabad to alleviate traffic on the existing Rajiv Highway, assuring that the state government would handle land acquisition and that the project would stimulate development in northern Telangana.

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the project would spur agricultural and commercial development across northern Telangana.

Separately, Reddy met with Union Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu to discuss the development of airports in Warangal (Mamnoor) and Adilabad to international standards. He proposed that the Warangal airport be developed into a comprehensive aviation hub, including Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facilities, air cargo services, and aircraft hangars. Reddy urged the Centre to float tenders immediately for the Warangal airport, aiming for completion by June 2, 2028, coinciding with Telangana Formation Day. He also suggested that the terminal's design reflect the Kakatiya dynasty's architectural legacy. A proposal for a dual-use airport at Adilabad, serving both defense and civilian aviation, was also discussed.

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the terminal reflect the rich history and architectural legacy of the Kakatiya dynasty