KCR announces subsidy for Christians to undertake Jerusalem pilgrimage

Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao on Friday attended the official Christmas celebrations held at Nizam Grounds where he announced a subsidy for Christians in the state to undertake a pilgrimage to Jerusalem.

Speaking on the occasion, KCR said they are planning to introduce a budget for Jerusalem pilgrimage.

The government also allocated Rs 10 crore from the budget for repairs of old churches and construction of new churches.

Stating that the attacks on churches have declined since Telangana achieved statehood, the Chief Minister said that Telangana will take care of everyone.

Regarding the delay in constructing Christian Bhavan, KCR said that the project will be completed by next Christmas.