Union and State Ministers Unveil ₹8.49 Crore Development Projects in Hyderabad

Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy and state ministers Ponnam Prabhakar and Tummala Nageswara Rao launched significant development initiatives in the Jubilee Hills area of Hyderabad, with projects valued at ₹8.49 crore. The foundation stones for various works, aimed at enhancing urban infrastructure, were laid during separate events as the assembly bypolls approach.

The projects include construction of concrete roads, box drains, and improvements to the drainage network, all designed to mitigate urban flooding. In the Yousufguda ward, the state ministers inaugurated works worth ₹5.5 crore. They stated that the state government has already implemented development programs totaling more than ₹90 crore in the Jubilee Hills constituency.

In a commitment to further elevate the area, the government plans to invest over ₹50 crore in additional development initiatives, with the aim of transforming Jubilee Hills into an ideal constituency. The meeting in Yousufguda was attended by notable Congress leaders including Mohammed Azharuddin, Anil Kumar Yadav, and Naveen Yadav. In the Erragadda ward, Minister Kishan Reddy and Prabhakar laid the foundation stone for projects worth ₹2.94 crore.

Voter Registration Deadline Approaches

As the developments unfold, the Hyderabad District Election Authority has urged all eligible citizens aged 18 years and above, as of July 1, to register to vote for the Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency. The special summary revision of electoral rolls is currently ongoing, and registration must be completed by September 17.

Residents can register online using the Voter Helpline App (VHA) or by visiting official websites such as ceotelangana.nic.in and eci.gov.in. Different forms are available for various needs: Form 6 for new registrations, Form 7 for objections to existing entries, and Form 8 for corrections or updates. For assistance, citizens may contact their Booth Level Officer or call the toll-free helpline at 1950.

Insurance Sector’s Role Highlighted

In related developments, the health of the financial sector was emphasized by M. Rajeshwar Rao, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Speaking at the convocation of the Institute of Insurance and Risk Management (IIRM), he underscored the importance of the insurance sector in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat, or Developed India.

Rao called for sustainable finance practices, effective risk management, and strong leadership to navigate future challenges in the financial landscape. Rajay Kumar Sinha, a member of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), noted the evolving opportunities within the insurance and financial services sectors.

Director of IIRM, Atanu K. Das, reaffirmed the institute’s dedication to cultivating professionals who will drive innovation and ethical leadership in insurance and related fields. As these initiatives progress, the emphasis on infrastructure development and financial sector stability will be critical for the growth and well-being of the Jubilee Hills constituency and beyond.