Telangana CM Revanth Reddy says he is ready to meet PM Modi any number of times to secure development projects, including an airport for Adilabad.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on January 16 said he would pursue discussions with Narendra Modi as often as required to advance the state’s development agenda. Speaking at a public meeting in Nirmal, the Chief Minister said he plans to seek the Prime Minister’s approval for an airport in Adilabad district to improve regional connectivity.

Responding to criticism over his frequent engagements with the Centre, Revanth Reddy said his meetings with the Prime Minister were strictly official and development-oriented. He argued that major infrastructure projects and industrial investments require central clearances and funding, leaving states with little choice but to coordinate closely with New Delhi.

The Chief Minister also highlighted plans for an irrigation project on the Godavari at Thummidi Hatti, noting that cooperation from neighbouring Maharashtra would be essential. He expressed confidence that support from the Prime Minister and Amit Shah would help secure the necessary approvals.

Taking aim at the opposition Bharat Rashtra Samithi, Revanth Reddy accused it of failing to deliver development during its decade in power and advised party president K. Chandrasekhar Rao to avoid what he called misleading commentary. He also appealed to voters to elect representatives aligned with the government in the upcoming municipal elections, asserting that the Congress would continue to govern Telangana until 2034.

Revanth Reddy’s remarks underline an attempt to project pragmatic federalism, signalling cooperation with the Centre despite political differences. By foregrounding projects like airports and irrigation, the Chief Minister is framing development as a non-partisan priority. For regions such as Adilabad, improved connectivity could be transformative, though delivery timelines will remain a key test as civic elections approach.