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Telangana CM Seeks Army Special Officers to Resolve Pending Land Issues

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy held a Civil Military Liaison Conference in Hyderabad, urging Army officials to appoint special officers to resolve long-pending issues like land allotment and Sainik School sanctions. He reiterated the state government's full cooperation for national security, highlighting the allocation of 3,000 acres in Vikarabad for a Navy radar station. The conference coincided with the 78th Army Day, which commemorates Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa becoming the first Indian Commander-in-Chief in 1949. The Army Day celebrations in Jaipur were attended by top defence officials and Rajasthan dignitaries.

Key Points: Telangana CM Holds Civil Military Liaison Conference in Hyderabad

  • CM requests special Army officers for pending issues
  • 3000 acres allocated for Navy radar station
  • Conference held ahead of Army Day
  • Focus on civil-military coordination
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Telangana CM holds "Civil Military Liaison Conference" in Hyderabad

CM Revanth Reddy requests Army to appoint special officers to resolve pending land allotment and Sainik School sanctions during liaison conference.

"the state government is ready to extend all kinds of cooperation to the Army to strengthen the national security - Chief Minister's Office"

Hyderabad, January 16

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy held a "Civil Military Liaison Conference" on Thursday in Hyderabad.

According to the Chief Minister's Office, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy has requested the Army officials to appoint Special Officers to resolve pending issues mainly pending land allotment, sanction of Sainik Schools etc. through deliberations.

"Stating that the state government is ready to extend all kinds of cooperation to the Army to strengthen the national security, the CM said the government already allocated 3,000 acres to establish a low frequency Navy radar station in Vikarabad. Further, the Chief Minister stressed that the pending issues should be resolved through continuous deliberations and requested to appoint special officers," the CMO added.

Meanwhile, the Army Day is commemorated every year on January 15 to remember the occasion of Field Marshal KM Cariappa taking over the command of the Indian Army from British Commander-in-Chief, General Sir FRR Bucher, in 1949 and becoming the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of Independent India.

Earlier on Thursday, the Defence Minister extended greetings to Indian Army personnel and their families on the occasion of 78th Army Day, saluting the force's courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment to safeguarding the country's sovereignty and integrity.

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, and other dignitaries also attended the 78th Army Day celebrations held in Rajasthan's Jaipur.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde, BJP Rajasthan President Madan Rathore, along with a large number of other dignitaries, were also present on the occasion.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Good to see proactive governance. Pending land allotment issues have been a problem for years. Appointing special officers is a practical solution. Hope this speeds up the establishment of Sainik Schools as well.
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Priya S
While the intent is good, I hope this conference leads to actual ground-level action and isn't just another meeting for headlines. Our armed forces deserve swift resolution of their logistical needs. Salute to them on Army Day!
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Vikram M
The low frequency radar station in Vikarabad is a strategic necessity for coastal security. Telangana might be landlocked, but it's contributing significantly to national defence. Proud moment for the state.
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Rohit P
On the occasion of Army Day, this is a fitting tribute. Our soldiers protect us 24/7, the least the administration can do is ensure their institutional requirements are met without red tape. More power to such initiatives.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I have to point out that such conferences often happen. The real test is in the follow-up. Will there be a public dashboard to track the resolution of these "pending issues"? Transparency is key.
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Meera T
Sainik Schools play a vital role in nurturing future leaders for the armed forces. Hopefully, the sanction process gets

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