Revanth Reddy cabinet approves ₹2,500 crore annual Dearness Allowance installments
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Resource allocation and infrastructure management: a GS3 case study on balancing power, irrigation, and welfare.
Why in news
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and the State Cabinet approved the release of two pending Dearness Allowance installments and the suspension of 10 EPC irrigation projects.
Background
The State Cabinet approved ₹2,500 crore annual installments for Dearness Allowance. The government plans to manage a 19,892 MW peak power demand through 7,800 MW renewable projects and establish a fruit market at Koheda.
Facts for Prelims
- FactDearness Allowance installments approved amount to ₹2,500 crore annually
- FactPeak power demand recorded at 19,892 MW
- FactRenewable projects planned to provide 7,800 MW
- PlaceKoheda is the site for a new fruit market
- FactRainfall deficit recorded at 17% due to El Niño impacts
Prelims practice question
At which location is the government planning to establish a new fruit market?
- (a)Adilabad
- (b)Hyderabad
- (c)Warangal
- (d)Koheda
Show answer
Answer: (d) Koheda — The note specifies that Koheda is the site for a new fruit market.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in balancing large-scale irrigation infrastructure with sustainable power management and climate-resilient agricultural policies in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Resource allocation: Balancing immediate irrigation project suspension with long-term fruit market infrastructure
- Climate adaptation: Addressing 17% rainfall deficits through sub-committee oversight on El Niño impacts
- Energy transition: Scaling 7,800 MW renewable capacity to meet 19,892 MW peak demand
Keywords: Dearness Allowance · Renewable Energy · Irrigation Management · Climate Resilience · Resource Allocation
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