Telangana budget 2026-27 live updates: Bhatti Vikaramarka to present the budget in assembly
The Telangana State Government has completed all preparations to present its budget for the 2026-27 financial year.
The Telangana State Government has completed all preparations to present its budget for the 2026-27 financial year. The upcoming budget aims to emphasise welfare, development, and the 'Telangana Rising Vision 2047' initiative. Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka will deliver the budget speech in the Legislative Assembly on Friday.
Ahead of the presentation, Vikramarka held detailed consultations with Finance Department officials on Wednesday. It is believed that six new schemes are likely to be unveiled in this year's budget.
Sources indicate that budget allocations have been adjusted following directives from Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. Notably, the 'Young India Kits' scheme is expected to be a major feature, providing students in welfare hostels and Gurukula schools with essential supplies at the start of the academic year.
Live Updates
20 March 2026 12:43 PM ISTDuring the budget session, the Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka announced the introduction of 2 lakh new Cheyutha pensions
- 20 March 2026 12:43 PM IST
Good News for Students: ₹2,000 Monthly Scholarship Announced
The Telangana government has announced a major boost for students across the state.
From now on, students pursuing Intermediate courses within Telangana will also receive mid-day meals, a move aimed entirely at promoting their welfare, according to Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka. Read more...
- 20 March 2026 12:40 PM IST
Here are the allocations further
Rythu Bharosa – ₹18,000 crore allocated
Cheyutha – ₹14,861 crore
Indiramma Illu – ₹5,500 crore
Mahalakshmi Scheme – ₹4,305 crore
Widow Bonus – ₹3,500 crore
Gruha Jyothi – ₹2,080 crore
Arogya Sri – ₹1,143 crore
LPG Subsidy – ₹723 crore
Indiramma Atmiya Bharosa – ₹600 crore
Electricity Subsidy – ₹14,000 crore
Rice Subsidy – ₹3,000 crore
Kalyana Lakshmi & Shaadi Mubarak – ₹3,683 crore
Students’ Mess Charges – ₹2,170 crore
Scholarships – ₹4,343 crore
SDF (Special Development Fund) – ₹3,300 crore
Six Guarantees – ₹50,713 crore
Panchayat Raj Department – ₹2,622 crore
Agriculture Department – ₹23,179 crore
Animal Husbandry Department – ₹1,529 crore
Power Department – ₹21,285 crore
Education Department – ₹26,674 crore
Medical and Health Department – ₹13,679 crore
Labour Department – ₹998 crore
- 20 March 2026 12:38 PM IST
Key Highlights of the Telangana 2026–27 Budget
* ₹1,529 crore allocated to the Animal Husbandry Department
* ₹21,285 crore allocated to the Power Department
* The government has decided to provide a monthly scholarship of ₹2,000 to trainees undergoing training in 118 Advanced Technology Centres across the state
* ₹13,679 crore allocated to the Medical and Health Department
* ₹998 crore allocated to the Labour Department
* ₹3,143 crore allocated to the Women and Child Welfare Department
* ₹11,784 crore allocated for SC welfare
* ₹7,937 crore allocated for ST welfare
* ₹3,769 crore allocated for BC welfare
* ₹6,000 crore allocated for Rajiv Yuva Vikasam
* ₹7,430 crore allocated to the Housing Department
- 20 March 2026 12:34 PM IST
Telangana Presents ₹3.24 Lakh Crore Budget
Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Thursday presented Telangana’s annual budget, pegged at ₹3,24,234 crore. The government stated that revenue expenditure has been estimated at ₹2,34,406 crore, while capital expenditure stands at ₹47,267 crore. Read more...
- 20 March 2026 12:21 PM IST
The Telangana Budget is estimated at ₹3,24,234 crore.
Revenue expenditure is ₹2,34,406 crore.
Capital expenditure is ₹47,267 crore.
- 20 March 2026 12:15 PM IST
Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka stated
“Under ideal governance, we are striving to make Telangana a model for the entire country. We have prepared the budget with sincerity towards the people of Telangana. A budget represents numbers that revolve around the people. We are functioning in line with constitutional values. We do not make false promises, nor do we insult those who question us. We respond responsibly to those who question us with accountability.
The state of Telangana is progressing on the path of development. The budget has been designed with a focus on farmers’ welfare, women’s empowerment, employment for youth, quality education, healthcare, and nutritious food for students.”
- 20 March 2026 12:14 PM IST
The Telangana Assembly has begun.
Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka is presenting the budget in the House.
- 20 March 2026 10:45 AM IST
Telangana Cabinet approves budget proposals
The Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, met in the Assembly Committee Hall and approved the budget proposals. Read more...
