Minister urges parents to utilise ‘Talliki Vandanam’ funds for education
Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy urged parents to use the Talliki Vandanam financial assistance solely for their children’s education. He announced several infrastructure projects, including new classrooms, toilets, and a sports ground, along with cash rewards for students. The minister also highlighted the introduction of quality rice under the mid‑day meal scheme.
- ▪The minister called on parents to safeguard and allocate Talliki Vandanam funds exclusively for educational needs.
- ▪He announced the construction of two classrooms for ₹26 lakh and 14 toilets for ₹32 lakh in government schools.
- ▪₹8 lakh from his personal funds was spent on developing the sports ground of the Government High School in Banaganapalle.
- ▪Cash rewards of ₹5,000 for six cultural participants and ₹2,000 for 30 meritorious Class X and Intermediate students were declared.
- ▪Fine‑quality rice will be provided under the mid‑day meal scheme to address students’ nutritional needs.
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Minister of Roads and Buildings B.C. Janardhan Reddy on Friday (July 24, 2026) called on parents to utilise the “Talliki Vandanam” financial assistance for their children’s educational future.Addressing parents, teachers, and students at the Mega Parents-Teachers Meeting in Banagalapalle, the Minister announced major infrastructure initiatives and cash rewards for students. “The funds provided under the ‘Talliki Vandanam’ scheme should be safeguarded and utilised exclusively for meeting children’s educational needs. Investments in education will shape individuals’ futures and society’s progress,” he said.Mr. Janardhan Reddy told the students not to take undue mental stress over academics, but study with dedication and interest.
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