TL;DR

• Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy held a crucial meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Thursday, advocating for significant Central government support for a range of infrastructure and development projects across Telangana. The discussions focused on accelerating key initiatives vital for the state's economic growth and connectivity.
• Among the top priorities, Chief Minister Reddy urged the Prime Minister to facilitate discussions with the Maharashtra government regarding the efficient utilisation of Godavari waters. He stressed that securing Godavari water resources is fundamental for Telangana's future irrigation and drinking water needs, underscoring its long-term importance.
• The Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) in Hyderabad confirmed that Reddy also appealed for the approval of the Hyderabad Metro Rail expansion proposals. He detailed plans for a substantial expansion, encompassing 122.9 kilometres across seven corridors under Phase-2, with an estimated cost of Rs 38,595 crore. Reddy requested that this ambitious project be sanctioned as a joint venture between the Central and State governments, signifying a collaborative approach to urban development.
• Another critical project discussed was the Hyderabad Regional Ring Road (RRR). The Chief Minister sought immediate approval for its construction, informing the Prime Minister that the State government has already agreed to bear 50 per cent of the land acquisition costs for the northern section. Telangana has released Rs 626 crore to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), and land acquisition awards for over 90 per cent of this northern section are complete. Reddy highlighted the equal importance of the southern section, stretching from Choutuppal to Sangareddy, asserting that its completion would significantly enhance Hyderabad's transportation network. Alignment maps and HMDA master plan notifications for the southern section have been submitted to the Union Ministry of Road Transport, with a plea for simultaneous approval and implementation of both corridors.
• Reddy also pressed for the Hyderabad–Amaravati–Bandar Port Expressway, a proposed 12-lane highway designed with a 120-meter Right of Way. This strategic expressway, connecting Hyderabad to Bandar Port via Amaravati, would provide crucial port connectivity to landlocked Telangana. It's envisioned as a vital route for exports from the state’s burgeoning pharmaceutical, electronics, and food processing sectors, opening new avenues for trade and industry.
• Further, the Chief Minister underscored the necessity of commencing work on the Warangal airport. He noted that all required land acquisition has been completed and transferred to the Airports Authority of India. Making the Warangal airport operational would deliver substantial benefits to the industrial, educational, and tourism sectors of North Telangana, fostering regional development.
• Finally, Reddy requested the establishment of an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Hyderabad. He affirmed the state government’s readiness to allocate 200 acres of land for the institution. Telangana already hosts premier national educational bodies like IIT, IIIT, NALSAR, and TIFR; an IIM would further strengthen its position as an educational hub and align with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
• The meeting represents a concerted effort by the Telangana government to secure central partnership for its developmental agenda. The outcomes of these discussions will be closely watched as the state looks to advance these critical infrastructure and educational projects.