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Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Mandates Congress MLAs' Attendance for Budget Session

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has issued a strict order for all Congress legislators to attend and actively participate in the ongoing budget session. He emphasized that debates must adhere to the party line and focus on the government's future roadmap rather than critiquing the previous BRS administration. The CM stressed the importance of women legislators' participation and efficient House proceedings coordinated by government whips. He also instructed MLAs to address the summer drinking water crisis and study policies from other states.

Key Points: Telangana CM Orders Congress MLAs to Attend Budget Session

  • Mandatory attendance for all Congress MLAs/MLCs
  • Focus on future plans over past criticism
  • Ensure debates follow party line
  • Women legislators urged for active role
  • Study best practices from other states
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Telangana CM Revanth Reddy orders all Congress Legislators to attend budget session

CM Revanth Reddy directs all Congress legislators to actively participate in the Telangana budget session, focusing on future plans and efficient debates.

"The roadmap we formulate now will serve as the agenda for the upcoming elections - CM Revanth Reddy"

Hyderabad, March 16

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy ordered all Congress MLAs and MLCs, including women legislators, to attend the budget session of the assembly and Legislative Council and participate actively in the debates.

The Chief Minister emphasised that there should be good coordination between the government Whips and MLAs in the house during the discussion.

Participating in the CLP meeting, the CM said that the People's Government is presenting a third budget in the session.

The Governor's address outlined the government's priorities and future plans and it served as a roadmap for the government, CM Revanth Reddy said, adding that every member must speak and respond strictly in accordance with the party line and the government. "The roadmap we formulate now will serve as the agenda for the upcoming elections".

Further, the CM said that debate on the failures of the previous government does not require it, and it is the right time to focus on our future plans and how to fulfill the people's aspirations.

The Government Whips were instructed to coordinate in the House in the selection of the topics and the issues during the debates. "We must ensure that the House proceedings are conducted efficiently without allowing discussions to be sidetracked or House time to be wasted," he said.

All the MLAs should attend the session promptly, and the Women legislators should not only ensure their attendance but also actively participate in the discussions. The CM stressed the participation of women members in the debates. "The damage caused by individuals will ruin the entire system. Our survival in politics depends entirely on upholding and preserving the integrity of the system".

The Chief Minister noted that the previous BRS government did not allow the opposition to speak on important issues. The then-CLP leaders, Bhatti Vikramarka and Jana Reddy, were also denied the opportunity to speak. He was also suspended for the entire session and for the duration of the tenure as an MLA, and was barred from entering the House, the CM recalled.

Stating that all the Assembly committees will be constituted soon, CM Reddy suggested that the MLAs and MLCs tour other states and study the best-practice policies. The MLAs were also ordered to focus more attention on the drinking water crisis in the summer. The '99-Day "Praja Palana - Pragati Pranalika" should be taken directly to the people at the grassroots level, the CM said.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Emphasizing women legislators' participation is a welcome step! Representation only matters if voices are heard in the assembly. Let's hope they bring crucial issues like water crisis and rural development to the forefront.
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Vikram M
"Speak strictly in accordance with the party line" – this is concerning. Isn't an MLA's first duty to their constituency? Debate should be about people's issues, not just toeing the party agenda. Healthy dissent is needed for democracy.
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Priya S
The focus on drinking water crisis is timely with summer approaching. Hope the 'Praja Palana' program reaches the last mile. Actions matter more than attendance orders. Let's see the budget deliver for farmers and the poor.
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Aman W
Studying best practices from other states is a smart move. We need innovative solutions for employment and infrastructure. Hope this session is productive and not just about political one-upmanship.
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Michael C
Interesting to observe the dynamics. The CM is clearly trying to establish discipline and a unified front after coming to power. The real test will be the budget content and its implementation on the ground.

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