BY all accounts, the past one year has tested the Congress government to the fullest, with Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy balancing developmental priorities and public aspirations in the face of a financial crunch due to the loans carried over from the previous administration.
The past one year has been eventful to say the least, with the chief minister focusing on promises and performance and plans and implementation, while being assertive and making tactical retreats as per the situation.
Upon assuming office on December 7, 2023, the Congress government began implementing its election promises with key schemes like free bus rides for women aimed at empowering women and easing financial burden, LPG refill subsidy scheme providing relief amid rising fuel prices and a ₹500 bonus per quintal for paddy farmers on the superfine variety.
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