People’s Quality of Life Is the True Measure of Development: Telangana Minister Adluri

Telangana Welfare Minister Adluri Lakshman Kumar has said that the state government’s priority is to ensure that the benefits of development reach disadvantaged communities. He stressed that constitutional values such as liberty, equality and fraternity must be implemented at the grassroots level. According to the minister, a state’s progress should not be judged only by economic growth or industrial development. Access to quality education for poor children, dignified living conditions for senior citizens and equal opportunities for weaker sections are equally important measures of inclusive development.

The minister made these remarks during an international panel discussion on “Social Justice through Education, Welfare and Empowerment” at the Bharat Summit 2026, being held at HITEX. He said the state was setting up Young India Integrated Residential Schools across 105 constituencies at an estimated cost of around ₹21,000 crore. The initiative is expected to provide education of international standards to approximately 2.70 lakh students. He also responded to questions from the panel members on child welfare and education for disadvantaged communities. Social activist Shantha Sinha appreciated his explanations on these issues.