Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Meets Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar
On Monday, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy met with Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar in New Delhi. The meeting focused on seeking central government support for various projects in Telangana.
Hyderabad’s Comprehensive Sewerage Master Plan
CM Reddy discussed the inclusion of Hyderabad’s Comprehensive Sewerage Master Plan (CSMP) under the AMRUT 2.0 mission. This mission aims to improve urban areas by ensuring universal water supply and sewage management. The Chief Minister emphasized the outdated sewage systems in Hyderabad and nearby municipalities, which are insufficient for current needs.
The detailed project report (DPR) for the CSMP covers Hyderabad and 27 nearby municipalities, aiming for 100% wastewater treatment. The plan spans 7,444 km and is estimated to cost Rs 17,212.69 crore. CM Reddy handed over the DPR to Minister Khattar, requesting financial assistance through AMRUT 2.0 or as a special project.
Pollution Prevention and Metro Rail Expansion
Additionally, CM Reddy submitted a DPR for constructing trunk sewers, large-size box drains, and new sewage treatment plants costing Rs 4,000 crores to prevent pollution of the Musi River. He also sought approval for the expansion of Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase 2, which includes several corridors totaling 76.4 kilometers, with an estimated cost of Rs 24,269 crores.
Doubts Revealed
Telangana -: Telangana is a state in southern India. It was formed in 2014 when it was separated from Andhra Pradesh.
CM Revanth Reddy -: CM Revanth Reddy is the Chief Minister of Telangana, a leader responsible for the administration of the state.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar -: Manohar Lal Khattar is a Union Minister in India, which means he is part of the central government. He is also the Chief Minister of Haryana, another state in India.
Hyderabad -: Hyderabad is the capital city of Telangana. It is known for its rich history, culture, and technology industry.
AMRUT 2.0 -: AMRUT 2.0 stands for Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation. It is a government program in India aimed at improving infrastructure in cities.
Comprehensive Sewerage Master Plan -: This is a detailed plan to improve the sewage system in Hyderabad and nearby areas. It aims to replace old systems to prevent pollution and improve sanitation.
DPR -: DPR stands for Detailed Project Report. It is a document that outlines the details and plans for a specific project, like the pollution prevention of the Musi River.
Musi River -: The Musi River flows through Hyderabad. It has been facing pollution issues, and efforts are being made to clean it up.
Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase 2 -: This is the second phase of the metro rail project in Hyderabad, which aims to expand the city’s public transportation system.