Telangana Orders Immediate Release of Rs 163 Crore for Gurukuls and Midday Meals
The move couples arrears clearance with mandated inspections to safeguard nutrition standards.
Overview
- Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka directed the Finance Department to disburse pending dues totaling Rs 163 crore.
- Rs 51.36 crore will clear diet, rent, and cosmetic charges for SC Gurukuls, hostels, and related institutions across Telangana.
- Rs 47.61 crore was ordered for outstanding diet and rent of Minority Gurukuls and affiliated institutions.
- Rs 63.92 crore is to be released for payments under the Midday Meal Scheme.
- Officials were instructed to follow a fixed inspection calendar and submit prompt reports, following earlier hikes of 40% in diet charges and 200% in cosmetic allowances.