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Telangana Govt Transfers 21 IAS Officers; Smita Sabharwal Appointed Member Secretary of Finance Commission

In a significant administrative reshuffle, the Telangana government has transferred 21 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers, aiming to enhance governance and streamline operations across the state.

Key Highlights:

  • Smita Sabharwal Reassigned: Senior IAS officer Smita Sabharwal has been transferred from her role as Special Chief Secretary for Youth Advancement, Tourism & Culture (YAT&C) to serve as the Member Secretary of the Telangana Finance Commission. This move follows a recent controversy where she reshared an AI-generated image related to a land dispute near Hyderabad Central University on social media.
  • Jayesh Ranjan’s New Role: Jayesh Ranjan has been appointed as the Special Chief Secretary & CEO of the Industry & Investment Cell in the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) and will also oversee the Smart Proactive Efficient and Effective Delivery (SPEED) initiative.
  • Other Notable Transfers:
    • Sanjay Kumar has been transferred to the Industries & Commerce Department and the Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (ITE&C) and Sports Department.
    • Dr. Shashank Goel is now the Vice Chairman of the Centre for Good Governance and holds additional charge as Director General of the Environment Protection Training and Research Institute (EPTRI).
    • M. Dana Kishore has been appointed as the Principal Secretary of the Labour, Employment, Training & Factories Department, with additional responsibilities including Commissioner of Labour and Director of Employment & Training.
    • Ilambarithi K., formerly the Commissioner of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), has been posted as Secretary of the Metropolitan Area & Urban Development Department, overseeing the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA).

These transfers are part of the government’s ongoing efforts to optimize administrative efficiency and ensure effective governance across the state.

Telangana Govt Transfers 21 Officers, M. Srinivasulu Takes Charge as Inspector General of Police CID

In a significant move to bolster law enforcement and administrative efficiency, the Telangana government has transferred 21 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers across various departments and regions.

Key Highlights:

  • M. Srinivasulu Appointed as IG, CID: M. Srinivasulu, previously serving as the Commissioner of Police, Ramagundam, has been appointed as the Inspector General of Police, Criminal Investigation Department (CID), filling an existing vacancy.

Other Notable Transfers:

  • Ambar Kishor Jha, formerly the Commissioner of Police, Warangal, has been transferred as the Commissioner of Police, Ramagundam.
  • Sunpreet Singh, upon his promotion to Deputy Inspector General of Police, has been posted as the Commissioner of Police, Warangal.
  • Chetna Mylabhutala, previously the Deputy Commissioner of Police at Peddapalli, has been appointed as the Superintendent of Police, Women Safety Wing, Telangana, Hyderabad.
  • Ch. Sindhu Sarma, formerly the Superintendent of Police, Kamareddy, has been posted as the Superintendent of Police, Intelligence.
  • Potharaju Sai Chaitanya, who served as the Superintendent of Police, Telangana Anti-Narcotic Bureau, Hyderabad, is now the Commissioner of Police, Nizamabad.
  • Gaush Alam, previously the Superintendent of Police, Adilabad, has been appointed as the Commissioner of Police, Karimnagar.
  • Akhil Mahajan, formerly the Superintendent of Police, Rajanna Sircilla, has been transferred to Adilabad as the Superintendent of Police.
  • Chennuri Rupesh, who was the Superintendent of Police, Sangareddy, has been posted as the Superintendent of Police, Telangana Anti-Narcotic Bureau, Hyderabad.
  • Akshansh Yadav, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Central Zone, Hyderabad City, has been transferred to Yadadri Bhongir as Deputy Commissioner of Police.
  • Paritosh Pankaj, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) at Kothagudem, has been appointed as the Superintendent of Police, Sangareddy.
  • Gite Mahesh Babasaheb, OSD at Mulugu, has been transferred to Rajanna Sircilla as the Superintendent of Police.
  • Ankit Kumar Sahkhwar, who was awaiting posting, has been assigned as Deputy Commissioner of Police, Warangal East.
  • A. Bhaskar, also awaiting posting, has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner of Police, Mancherial, Ramagundam.
  • K. Narasimha, awaiting posting, has been assigned as Superintendent of Police, Suryapet.
  • K. Shilpavalli, awaiting posting, has been assigned as Deputy Commissioner of Police, Central Zone, Hyderabad City.
  • Y. Sai Shekhar, has been appointed as Superintendent of Police, Special Intelligence Branch (SIB), Intelligence.
  • P. Karunakar, awaiting posting, has been assigned as Deputy Commissioner of Police, Peddapalli, Ramagundam.
  • P. Ravinder, has been posted as Superintendent of Police, CID
  • These transfers are part of the government’s strategy to strengthen law enforcement and ensure effective policing across the state.

Telangana Budget 2025-26 Highlights: Rs 3.04 Lakh Crore Outlay, Mega Master Plan 2050 for Industrial Growth

Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, who also holds the Finance portfolio, presented the state’s annual budget for 2025-26 in the Assembly today. The budget has a total outlay of Rs 3,04,965 crore, with Rs 2,26,982 crore allocated for revenue expenditure and Rs 36,504 crore for capital expenditure.

Key Announcements:

One of the major highlights of the budget is the introduction of the Mega Master Plan 2050 for industrial development. As part of this initiative, greenfield industrial clusters will be established in Ranga Reddy and Mahbubnagar districts. To alleviate urban congestion, the government has allocated Rs 7,032 crore for the construction of 31 flyovers and 17 underpasses under the HICITI (Hyderabad Integrated Connectivity and Infrastructure Transformation Initiative) project.

Sector-Wise Allocations:

The budget makes significant allocations across various sectors:

  • Education: Rs 23,108 crore
  • Agriculture: Rs 24,439 crore
  • Panchayati Raj and Rural Development: Rs 31,605 crore
  • Health, Medical & Family Welfare: Rs 12,393 crore
  • Energy: Rs 21,221 crore
  • Welfare of Scheduled Castes (SCs): Rs 40,232 crore
  • Welfare of Scheduled Tribes (STs): Rs 17,169 crore

Economic Outlook:

On the economic front, Telangana’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at current prices has registered a growth of 10.1%, reaching Rs 16,12,579 crore in 2024-25. The budget reflects the state government’s commitment to industrial expansion, urban and rural infrastructure development, and comprehensive social welfare programs, aiming for holistic economic progress.

Officials have faced a challenging balancing act—ensuring adequate funding for immediate commitments while securing resources for major welfare initiatives. The budget aims to propel Telangana towards sustained economic growth and inclusive development.