KTR Criticizes Congress's 'Future City' Project in Telangana
KT Rama Rao, BRS Working President, strongly condemns the Congress government's 'Future City' project, accusing Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of misusing Pharma City lands for real estate benefits.
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Rama Rao strongly condemned the Congress government’s approach to the Telangana Pharma City lands, accusing Revanth Reddy of lacking vision. He argued that the government's decisions are leading to the wastage of public money. Rama Rao expressed deep concern over the farmers who had willingly given their lands for the Pharma City project, only to be cheated by the current administration.
The BRS leader criticized the government for scrapping the ambitious Pharma City project, which was initiated by the previous KCR government, and replacing it with an unreal and imaginary ‘Future City’. He described the promotion of the Future City as a prime example of what happens when a state is run by a leader who is careless and lacks foresight.
KTR reiterated that according to the Land Acquisition Act of 2013, land acquired for a specific public purpose cannot be diverted for real estate projects for the benefit of others. He recalled that he had warned the Congress government about this in the Assembly two years ago. Despite this, Revanth Reddy’s government spent hundreds of crores on public relations and is now facing severe legal hurdles, which even government officials are admitting.
During the BRS government’s tenure, proposals were prepared for the Hyderabad Pharma City, which encompassed 20,000 acres of land spread across 56 villages. Rama Rao noted that local farmers voluntarily came forward and gave their lands for the benefit of the state. However, while the Congress party promised to return every single acre of land acquired for the Pharma City to the farmers, Revanth Reddy’s government is now betraying them by attempting to turn the same land into a real estate business for his family members and friends, KTR expressed outrage.
KTR alleged that even though the previous government had started developing infrastructure with crores of rupees of public money for the Pharma City project, Revanth Reddy’s government sidelined it and is now trying to illegally divert the land for real estate under the name of Future City. This move has left the future of the land allocated for pharma companies uncertain, further exacerbating the concerns of the local community and stakeholders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 'Future City' project proposed by the Congress government in Telangana?
The 'Future City' project is a proposed development by the Congress government in Telangana, led by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. It aims to transform the Hyderabad Pharma City lands into a real estate business.
Why is KT Rama Rao criticizing the 'Future City' project?
KT Rama Rao, the Working President of BRS, is criticizing the 'Future City' project because he believes it misuses Pharma City lands for real estate benefits, leading to the betrayal of farmers who gave their lands for public purposes.
What was the original purpose of the Hyderabad Pharma City lands?
The original purpose of the Hyderabad Pharma City lands was to develop a pharmaceutical hub, initiated by the previous KCR government. The project aimed to benefit the state and local farmers who voluntarily gave their lands for it.
What legal issues is the 'Future City' project facing?
The 'Future City' project is facing legal issues because the Land Acquisition Act of 2013 states that land acquired for a specific public purpose cannot be diverted for real estate projects. The government's attempt to do so has led to severe legal hurdles.
How has the Congress government spent public money on the 'Future City' project?
The Congress government has spent hundreds of crores on public relations and promotional activities for the 'Future City' project, despite facing legal challenges and criticism from opposition leaders like KT Rama Rao.
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