CM KCR has harshly criticized the Telangana budget, describing it as more of a political speech than a genuine budget. He claims it is disconnected from reality and criticized Bhatti Vikramarka for presenting it inaccurately. KCR asserted that his party has a comprehensive understanding of the state and its economy. He pointed out that the budget lacks any new welfare schemes and accused the government of having no clear policy or strategy.
KCR stated that the budget undermines the rural system and fails to address the needs of various sectors. He particularly noted the absence of the Dalit Bandhu scheme and the lack of support for fishermen. He also mentioned that the budget offers no benefits for women.
Key Points from KCR's Criticism:
Disconnected from Reality: KCR claims the budget is far from the actual needs and realities of the state.
Lack of Welfare Schemes: He pointed out that no new welfare schemes were announced, highlighting the absence of the Dalit Bandhu scheme.
Neglect of Various Sectors: The budget allegedly fails to address the needs of industrial, IT, agricultural, and development sectors.
Rural and Agricultural Neglect: KCR emphasized that the budget is demotivating for the agricultural sector and accused the government of failing to purchase paddy or provide sufficient electricity and water supply for the past eight months.
Absence of Policies: He questioned the government's policies on industrial development, IT growth, and overall state development.
No Benefits for Women: The budget reportedly does not offer any benefits to women.
Overall Critique: KCR accused the government of being anti-farmer and misleading various occupational groups.
KCR mentioned that his party waited for six months to give the government time, during which he did not attend the assembly. He criticized the government for not implementing any welfare policies and failing to support the farmers despite the previous administration’s efforts with the Rythu Bandhu scheme.