Telangana Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy has directed officials to fast-track environmental clearances for the Sitarama Sagar Lift Irrigation Scheme. The move signals a renewed push for the crucial project in Khammam district, which already holds technical approval. The minister also outlined other key priorities and addressed the Polavaram backwater issue.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has proposed a national task force and a ₹1 lakh crore investment for each of India's six major metropolitan cities. Addressing the NITI Aayog, Reddy argued these cities, including Hyderabad, are vital economic engines requiring global-standard development to drive India's growth and achieve "Viksit Bharat 2047" goals.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, urging central support for major infrastructure and development initiatives. The discussions covered projects like the Hyderabad Metro expansion, Regional Ring Road, Warangal airport, and an IIM in Hyderabad, highlighting their importance for the state's growth and connectivity.