Telangana Political News: Congress Fails to Deliver ₹2,500 Monthly to Women as Promised

Telangana Political News: The Congress party in Telangana pledged to provide ₹2,500 per month to women under the Mahalakshmi scheme during the 2023 Assembly elections. However, as of November 2024, this promise remains unfulfilled, leading to public frustration and political criticism.

Implementation Status

Despite the promise made during the 2023 Assembly elections, the Congress government in Telangana has not yet implemented the ₹2,500 monthly payment to women under the Mahalakshmi scheme. Social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) are abuzz with posts from women expressing their disappointment over the unfulfilled promise. Many women have reported not receiving the promised financial assistance, intensifying the sense of betrayal among the electorate.

Public Reaction and Criticism

The failure to deliver on the Mahalakshmi scheme has sparked widespread discontent among the public. Political rivals and social media users have criticized the Congress party for not honoring their commitment. K.T. Rama Rao from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) publicly called out the Congress, highlighting that women in Telangana are still waiting for the ₹2,500 monthly support. This criticism has further eroded the trust of the voters in the Congress government’s ability to fulfill its election promises.

Government's Position

While the Congress government has succeeded in implementing other promises from their manifesto, such as free bus travel for women and reducing the price of gas cylinders to ₹500, the direct cash transfer of ₹2,500 has not been realized. Reports suggest that financial constraints may be a significant barrier preventing the full implementation of this promise. The government has yet to provide a clear timeline or detailed plan to address the delay in disbursing the promised funds to women.

Broader Context

The Congress party’s approach in Telangana mirrors their strategies in other states, where promises were made but not always fully met. This pattern has led to a broader discussion about the feasibility and sincerity of political promises during election campaigns. Critics argue that while promises are made to garner voter support, the lack of follow-through undermines the credibility of political parties and their leaders.

While the Congress government in Telangana has made strides in implementing some of its guaranteed schemes, the promise of ₹2,500 per month to women under the Mahalakshmi scheme remains unfulfilled as of November 2024. This lapse has not only disappointed the women who were to benefit from the scheme but has also opened the door for increased political rivalry and scrutiny. Moving forward, it is crucial for the Congress party to address this shortfall to restore trust and demonstrate its commitment to the welfare of women in Telangana.