**1. ** Farmer and Dalit Support: Rythu Bandhu and Dalit Bandhu
CM KCR has affirmed the continuation of Rythu Bandhu and Dalit Bandhu schemes, promising consistent aid to farmers and the Dalit community.
**2. ** Boosting Agricultural Assistance: Rythu Bandhu Increased to Rs.16,000
Under Rythu Bandhu, the assistance for farmers will be raised to Rs.16,000, providing significant financial support to the agricultural sector.
**3. ** Enhanced Pension for Seniors: Asara Pension
Asara Pension will see a substantial increase from Rs.2,016 to Rs.5,016. It will start at Rs.3,016 in the first year and progressively rise to Rs.5,016 over five years, with an annual increment of Rs.500.
**4. ** Empowering Women: Saubhagyalakshmi Scheme
Eligible women will receive a monthly stipend of Rs.3,000 through the Saubhagyalakshmi Scheme, empowering them economically.
**5. ** Ensuring Food Security: Rice Distribution
Small rice quantities will be distributed to white ration card holders, ensuring food security for every family.
**6. ** Support for Differently-Abled: Increased Disability Pensions
Pensions for disabled individuals will be raised from Rs.4,016 to Rs.6,000, with an annual increment of Rs.300, providing better support for the differently-abled.
**7. ** Government-Borne Insurance: KCR Insurance Scheme
The government will bear the insurance premium under the KCR insurance scheme, lightening the financial burden for beneficiaries.
**8. ** Continued Tribal Support: Tribal Welfare Programs
Existing programs for tribal communities will continue, and new welfare schemes will be introduced, enhancing the well-being of tribal populations.
**9. ** Local Governance Empowerment: Thandas and Gondugudes as Panchayats
Thandas and Gondugudes will be transformed into Panchayats, promoting local governance and community development.
**10. ** Sustained Backward Class Welfare: Continued BC Schemes
Welfare schemes for the Backward Classes will be sustained and further developed, ensuring comprehensive support for these communities.
**11. ** Journalist Support: Affordable Gas Cylinders
Accredited journalists can obtain gas cylinders at a subsidized rate of Rs.400, easing their financial burdens.
**12. ** Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: KCR Insurance for Ration Card Holders
Over 93 lakh families in Telangana will benefit from the KCR insurance scheme, providing Rs.5 lakh insurance coverage for each household under the Dhima scheme.