Hyderabad: In a shift towards more transparent evaluation of state ministers, the 19th Cabinet meeting, led by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, reviewed each department’s performance at the Secretariat. The review revealed unexpected results. Finance and Energy Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, IT and Industry Minister D Sridhar Babu, and Information & Public Relations, Revenue and Housing Minister P Srinivasa Reddy outperformed their peers, including the Chief Minister, in executing decisions made during prior meetings.
For the first time, the ministers’ performance over the 18 months of the Congress government was officially documented. The Cabinet assessed each department’s adherence to an action plan based on previous decisions. Although all ministers aimed to meet government targets, some, like Bhatti, took extra steps. Bhatti, also the Deputy Chief Minister, excelled in crafting significant energy policies, negotiating agreements for solar and hydel power, and securing financial resources.
His successful strategy to meet power demands during peak summer hours, benefiting both domestic and industrial consumers, was praised. D Sridhar Babu was recognized for attracting global investments to boost industry. His efforts in promoting the state for investments and his role in ‘TelanganaRising’ garnered national attention.
The Chief Minister, overseeing Municipal Administration and Urban Development, struggled with the Musi Rejuvenation project due to funding and relocation challenges. However, he made strides in education and law enforcement, establishing residential schools and improving law and order.
N Uttam Kumar Reddy effectively distributed fine rice and strengthened civil supplies but fell short in irrigation. Komatireddy Venkat Reddy was less active in expanding the road network via the Hybrid Annuity Model.
Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy efficiently developed the Bhu Bharati portal and progressed with Indiramma housing. Medical and Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha implemented several decisions but lagged in enhancing medical infrastructure. Transport and BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar completed the Caste Survey effectively with departmental support.
Ministers K Surekha, Seethakka, Jupally Krishna Rao, and T Nageshwara Rao completed their tasks steadily. Newly appointed ministers G Vivek, V Srihari, and A Laxman Kumar provided updates on their progress with recent decisions.
