Hyderabad, Nov.1 (NSS): Minister for Panchayat Raj Seethakka has expressed gratitude towards Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for understanding the needs of students and increasing diet and cosmetic charges for the hostel and gurukul students.
In a release here on Friday, Seethakka said it was a historic decision taken by the Chief Minister to increase in 40 percent diet and cosmetic charges for hostel and gurukul students and it was the first time to raise these charges to such an extent, showing unparalleled commitment to student welfare.
She reminded that the diet charges had not been increased in seven years, and cosmetic allowances had remained unchanged for 16 years.
“Despite minimal increments in diet charges seven years ago, the previous BRS government did not make further adjustments to match rising costs, leading students to face hardships and inadequate nutrition. During its ten-year tenure, BRS failed to provide essential facilities like toilets, drinking water, and basic infrastructure in schools,” Seethakka criticised.
“Recognising these longstanding issues, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has focused on upgrading basic facilities in schools. The increased charges are expected to benefit 7,65,000 students across the state, ensuring that hostel students no longer have to endure hunger. Teachers and hostel staff now hold the responsibility of providing nutritious meals with the additional funds,” she said.
The Minister further stated that the State government also plans to release the enhanced diet and cosmetic charges through a “Green Channel” system for timely payments, with the raised allowances aimed to give students a brighter, more hopeful future.
She congratulated all students on this initiative, calling it a true Diwali gift.
