Rs 2 cr addl funds sought for devpt works for Muslims

Shadnagar: Muslim leaders from the town have urged the state government to give greater priority to the welfare of minorities and the development of basic infrastructure in the Shadnagar constituency. They appealed to State Minister Mohammed Azharuddin to sanction an additional Rs 2 crore for development works.

The representatives met the Minister and brought several issues concerning the minority communities in the constituency to his attention.

The modernization of four Urdu Ghar-cum-Shadi Khanas in the constituency was among the key issues raised during the meeting. The leaders pointed out that poor maintenance and the need for repairs had affected the effective use of these buildings. They said that renovating and upgrading these facilities would greatly benefit minority families. They urged the government to release special funds for the renovation of the buildings and the provision of essential infrastructure.

The representatives also appealed to the minister to expedite incomplete works under the Minority Welfare department, improve educational facilities in Urdu schools, and ensure that eligible beneficiaries receive the benefits of government welfare schemes.

Later, the delegation met Telangana State Minority Finance Corporation Chairman Obedullah Khatwal and discussed the development needs of the constituency.

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