Hyderabad is witnessing political turbulence tonight after explosive allegations surfaced against the ruling Congress government. Senior BRS leader and former Finance Minister T. Harish Rao has accused the administration of planning a ₹50,000 Crore scam in Telangana’s power sector — one of the biggest corruption claims in the state’s history.
The charges have sparked intense debate across social media, TV channels, and political circles, forcing the government into a defensive position.
Core Allegation: Inflated Costs in New Thermal Power Projects
According to Harish Rao, the alleged scam revolves around the proposal to construct three thermal power plants in Telangana.
He claims the Congress government has artificially inflated capital expenditure in the Detailed Project Reports (DPRs), creating room for large-scale corruption.
Numbers Raising Red Flags
To highlight the suspected discrepancies, Rao presented a comparison of project costs:
Previous Cost (BRS Government):
₹8 Crore to ₹10 Crore per MW
Current Cost (Congress Government):
₹14 Crore+ per MW, according to the new DPRs by TSGenco
Rao argues that such a steep, unjustified cost hike is designed to generate massive commissions, leading to illegal profits amounting to thousands of crores.
He demanded immediate scrutiny of all TSGenco DPRs related to the new power plants.
How the Figure Reaches ₹50,000 Crore
The ₹50,000 Crore allegation is based on calculations by BRS leaders.
By multiplying the inflated per-MW cost across the total planned capacity of the three proposed thermal plants, the difference between the actual estimated cost and the allegedly inflated cost amounts to nearly ₹50,000 Crore.
If proven true, this could become one of the largest scams in Telangana’s history.
Political Fallout: Pressure Mounts on CM Revanth Reddy
The allegations have triggered a political storm, placing Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and the Congress administration under intense scrutiny.
BRS Demands:
Immediate public release of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs)
Transparent tendering for all power projects
Full audit of TSGenco proposals
As of tonight, the Congress party has not issued a detailed rebuttal. However, sources indicate that a strong counter-statement is expected soon.
This confrontation is rapidly turning into a major political flashpoint.
What This Means for Telangana Citizens
Beyond political drama, the allegations have direct implications for every electricity consumer in Telangana:
1. Possible Hike in Electricity Tariffs
Inflated project costs often translate into increased power prices for households and businesses.
2. Financial Burden on the State
A ₹50,000 Crore misappropriation would strain the state budget, potentially impacting welfare schemes, infrastructure development, and public services.
3. Transparency and Trust Issues
Citizens are questioning whether the cost escalation is due to technological upgrades and inflation or a deliberate inflation of expenses.
This debate is now at the center of Telangana politics.
Public Reaction: Telangana Wants Answers
The alleged ₹50,000 Crore Power Scam has become the most discussed topic in the state.
People are demanding full accountability, transparency, and immediate disclosure of all official project documents.
Have Your Say
Do you believe the allegations are credible?
Should the government immediately release the DPRs for public review?
Share your thoughts in the comments — this story is developing rapidly.
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