HYDERABAD (Feb 27, 2026) — In a move to enforce family responsibility, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has announced plans for a new law that will mandate salary deductions for state government employees who fail to care for their elderly parents.
The Proposed Legislation
The Congress-led government intends to table this bill during the upcoming State Assembly Budget Session, which begins on March 16.
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Penalty Structure: Employees found neglecting their parents could face a salary reduction of 10% to 15%.
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Target Audience: The Chief Minister revealed the plan while addressing newly recruited Group-I and Group-II officers, emphasizing that public service begins with family responsibility.
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Implementation: The Chief Secretary has already been tasked with forming a committee to draft the legislative framework.
Global Training Partnerships
Beyond the new social welfare law, the Chief Minister announced a major upgrade for the Marri Channa Reddy Human Resources Development Institute (MCHRD):
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Harvard Collaboration: The institute will sign a formal agreement with Harvard University.
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Expert Training: Professors and experts in public administration from Harvard will visit Telangana to train state officials in global best practices.
Political Context
Mr. Reddy criticized the previous BRS government’s recruitment record, noting that his administration has successfully filled 582 Group-I and 1,775 Group-II positions.
Budget Timeline: Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka is scheduled to present the 2026–27 Annual Budget on March 20, where further details on this legislation and its funding may be revealed.
