News Report: Kamareddy district has been severely affected by record rainfall and devastating floods, causing widespread damage to crops, infrastructure, and homes. In response to the crisis, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy conducted a thorough inspection of flood-affected areas, met with affected families, and held a high-level review meeting to ensure swift relief and sustainable solutions for the future.
During his visit, the Chief Minister personally interacted with farmers and families who suffered losses, offering them words of support and reassurance. He inspected the Lingampallykurdu R&B Bridge in Lingampet, which was badly damaged by the floods, and reviewed a special photo exhibition highlighting the destruction caused by the disaster. In Budigida village, he walked through inundated fields, spoke to farmers about their losses, and examined silt-filled farmlands firsthand. Later, he visited Kamareddy Municipality and met families staying at relief shelters in the ZDR Colony.
After completing his field visits, Revanth Reddy chaired a review meeting at the Kamareddy Collectorate, where he assessed the situation and issued clear directives to officials. He instructed them to prepare comprehensive, solution-oriented reports on the damage and submit proposals within the next 15 days. These proposals will guide the immediate release of funds for relief and rehabilitation work.
Speaking at the meeting, the Chief Minister emphasized the importance of humanity over politics in times of crisis. “When people face hardships, it is the duty of all leaders and officials to come together and act with compassion and unity,” he said. He highlighted that floods affect multiple sectors such as irrigation, agriculture, electricity, roads, housing, and municipal services, which are interconnected. He warned that lack of coordination among departments could worsen the crisis and directed all teams to work closely together.
Revanth Reddy assigned Minister Smt. Seethakka to lead a day-long special meeting with public representatives and senior officials to review flood damage across the joint Nizamabad district. He stressed the need for ground-level surveys to accurately assess losses and plan effective recovery measures.
The Chief Minister praised the tireless efforts of legislators, SDRF teams, and government staff who worked around the clock to help citizens during the floods. However, he also noted gaps in inter-departmental coordination and called for immediate improvements to avoid delays in relief operations.
Addressing concerns over fertilizer distribution, especially urea, he instructed officials to introduce token-based systems through Rythu Vedikas (farmers’ platforms) to prevent overcrowding and ensure smooth distribution. “Even if there is sufficient stock, having hundreds of farmers waiting in long queues at once can cause frustration and unrest. Local planning and coordination are essential,” he stated.
Looking beyond immediate relief, the Chief Minister underscored the need for long-term, permanent solutions to prevent recurring disasters. He said that while temporary measures are critical during emergencies, systematic planning and preventive infrastructure are equally important. He also announced that the state government would seek financial assistance from the central government in accordance with disaster relief guidelines.
Earlier, the Chief Minister reviewed another photo exhibition at the Collectorate that depicted the extensive damage across Kamareddy district. He instructed officials to launch relief operations without delay and ensure seamless collaboration between all departments to rebuild affected communities.
Through this comprehensive response, the Telangana government aims to not only address the immediate needs of flood-affected families but also strengthen the district’s resilience against future natural disasters, safeguarding lives and livelihoods for the long term.