Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Sunday, November 15, 2026. He requested Central government support to complete pending irrigation projects across Telangana. The Chief Minister also sought an additional ₹5,000 crore in funding and help in resolving water-related disputes with neighbouring states.
The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s official residence. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Telangana Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy and Sports Minister Vakiti Srihari attended the discussions. Revanth Reddy explained the progress of irrigation projects and the compensation provided to affected families since his government took office in 2023.
One of the main issues discussed was the Tummidihetti barrage on the Pranahita River. Revanth Reddy requested Modi to convince Maharashtra to allow construction at the proposed 152-metre water level. He said Telangana was ready to compensate affected landowners in Maharashtra. The project aims to provide irrigation and drinking water to backward and tribal areas through gravity-based water supply.
The Chief Minister also raised concerns about pending approvals for major irrigation projects. These include the Dr S. Jaipal Reddy Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme, Sitamma Sagar Multipurpose Project and Dindi Lift Irrigation Scheme. He said the state had already spent large amounts on these projects. However, delays in environmental and other approvals were affecting their benefits.
Revanth Reddy referred to a recent Supreme Court ruling concerning environmental clearances. He urged the Prime Minister to ensure that all pending approvals were granted without further delay. According to the Chief Minister, completing these projects would improve drinking water availability and irrigation facilities across Telangana.
The Chief Minister requested an additional ₹5,000 crore under the Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment. He explained that several irrigation projects were already 70 to 90 percent complete. Releasing funds during the current financial year would help finish these projects faster. He said the investment would support farmers, increase rural employment and improve food grain production.
Revanth Reddy also discussed the Sammakka Sagar project. He informed Modi that its Detailed Project Report had already been submitted to the Central Water Commission. Telangana has paid ₹9.88 crore for a survey to assess possible flooding in Chhattisgarh. The Chief Minister requested help in securing a No Objection Certificate from the neighbouring state.
He further sought funding under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana. The requests included ₹5,183 crore for the Integrated Sammakka Sagar-Sitarama Lift Irrigation Project. He also sought ₹392 crore for Modikunta Vagu, ₹171 crore for Chinna Kaleshwaram and ₹103 crore for the Chanaka-Korata Barrage.
Apart from irrigation matters, Revanth Reddy invited Prime Minister Modi to the Khelo India Youth Games 2026. The event is scheduled to take place in Telangana from December 11 to 22. He requested Modi to attend the opening and closing ceremonies as the chief guest.
The Chief Minister said more than 7,000 young athletes from across India were expected to participate. The competition will feature 27 sports. He also highlighted Telangana’s experience in hosting major sporting events, including the 2002 National Games and the 2007 World Military Games.
During his Delhi visit, Revanth Reddy joined Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to unveil the official logo and mascot of the eighth Khelo India Youth Games. The ceremony took place at the Union Minister’s official residence. Several Telangana ministers and senior government officials attended the event.
The Chief Minister said stadiums in Hyderabad and other district centres were being prepared for the games. He also highlighted the state government’s increased investment in sports infrastructure. According to him, Telangana’s sports budget has grown from ₹113 crore to ₹465 crore over three years.
Revanth Reddy added that 61 mini-stadiums had already been completed across Telangana. Construction work on another 15 stadiums was underway. He said these facilities would help improve opportunities for young athletes and strengthen the state’s sports infrastructure.
The Delhi meetings focused on two major priorities for Telangana: completing irrigation projects and preparing for the Khelo India Youth Games. Revanth Reddy requested the Centre’s cooperation to improve water supply, support farmers and successfully host the national sporting event.
