On Saturday, April 18, 2026, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy presented a transformative industrial proposal to Union Steel Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy in New Delhi. This meeting marks a critical push to move Telangana from a services-heavy economy to a sustainable manufacturing powerhouse under the “Telangana Rising–2047” vision.
The centerpiece of the discussion was the demand for a Greenfield Steel Plant in Bayyaram, a long-pending commitment that the state now wants to realize through eco-friendly, “green steel” technologies.
The Bayyaram Greenfield Proposal
The Chief Minister advocated for a state-of-the-art facility in Mahabubabad district that breaks away from traditional coal-based smelting.
- Green Steel Strategy: The proposal emphasizes the use of hydrogen-based technology instead of coking coal. This “Green Steel Cluster” would significantly lower carbon emissions, making it one of India’s first climate-aligned heavy industry hubs.
- Addressing Shortages: The plant is intended to bridge the demand-supply gap in high-grade steel required for India’s infrastructure boom.
- Regional Development: Beyond production, the plant is expected to act as an anchor for the Bayyaram industrial corridor, creating thousands of direct and indirect jobs in Northern Telangana.
Circular Economy: Steel Recycling Hub
In a move toward sustainability, the CM proposed a Steel Recycling Industry in Telangana.
- Vehicle Scrappage: The unit would utilize scrap from end-of-life vehicles, aligning with the National Vehicle Scrappage Policy.
- Circular Manufacturing: By recycling steel, the state aims to reduce the environmental degradation associated with iron ore mining and energy-intensive primary production.
Hyderabad: The New “Battery & Robotics” Hub
The Chief Minister’s vision extends to high-tech manufacturing in the state capital, leveraging Hyderabad’s existing aerospace and defense ecosystem.
| Proposed Facility | Focus Area |
| EV Battery Hub | Manufacturing high-density lithium-ion and solid-state batteries to support the surge in electric vehicle adoption. |
| Advanced Manufacturing Park | A dedicated zone for Robotics and Machine Tools, positioning Hyderabad as a leader in Industry 4.0. |
| National Skill Institute | A top-tier institution to train the workforce in specialized skills like AI-driven manufacturing and automated precision engineering. |
The “Telangana Rising–2047” Vision
This meeting is a major step toward the state’s goal of reaching a $3 trillion GDP by 2047.
- Pollution-Free Hyderabad: Part of the roadmap includes making Hyderabad a pollution-free city by 2034 through 100% electric mobility.
- Defense & Auto Synergy: The proposed clusters are designed to feed into the supply chains of the existing Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) labs and the growing automotive presence in the state.
“Our industrial roadmap focuses on building a robust ecosystem that moves beyond simple assembly. With the Centre’s support, Telangana can become the central hub for India’s national industrial production targets.” — A. Revanth Reddy, Chief Minister, Telangana.