
Budget is progressive for minorities: Shabbir Ali
The Hindu
Budget is progressive for minorities: Shabbir Ali
Hyderabad
Adviser to Telangana Government (SC, ST, OBC & Minorities) Mohammed Ali Shabbir has lauded the ₹3.04 lakh crore Budget and particularly the ₹3,951 crore allocation to the Minority Welfare Department.
Mr. Shabbir Ali termed it as the most progressive budget for Telangana’s minorities stating that it envisions education, employment, and entrepreneurship for minority communities.
He strongly supported the integration of Young India Minority Residential Schools into the State’s flagship educational initiatives, ensuring equal learning opportunities for minority students. The ₹840 crore allocation under the Rajiv Yuva Vikasam Scheme will provide self-employment opportunities to minority youth, ensuring economic independence and entrepreneurship support.
Mr. Shabbir Ali also welcomed the increased government support for the Haj pilgrimage, noting that Telangana sent a record 11,446 devotees in 2024, the highest in history.













