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Congress Govt upholds secularism and welfare: Telangana minister at iftar Event

Hyderabad, Mar 23 (UNI) Telangana Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister Capt N Uttam Kumar Reddy on Sunday reaffirmed the Congress government’s commitment to secularism and minority welfare during an Iftar program in Kodad and Huzurnagar.
Extending Ramzan greetings, he emphasised the party’s dedication to inclusive governance and communal harmony.
He highlighted the Rs 3,591 crore allocation for Minority Welfare in the 2025–26 Telangana budget, the highest in the state’s history. The funds will support education, infrastructure, religious institutions, and economic assistance. A key initiative is the Rs 840 crore Rajiv Yuva Vikasam scheme, aimed at self-employment opportunities for minority youth through skill development and financial aid.
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