CM Revanth Reddy orders free sand supply for Indiramma housing scheme beneficiaries

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Monday directed officials to ensure free sand supply for houses being constructed under the ‘Indiramma’ housing scheme, aimed at providing homes for economically weaker sections.

During a review meeting on mines and mineral development, Reddy instructed officials to make sand available at reduced prices for the general public while ensuring that beneficiaries of the housing scheme receive it free of cost.

The Chief Minister also emphasised the need for strict measures to curb illegal sand mining and black-market activities, ordering officials to take strong action against what he described as the “sand mafia”. According to



an official release, he directed authorities to conduct thorough inspections and crack down on those involved in “sand smuggling”.

To ensure effective enforcement, special officers will be appointed to monitor irregularities, while District Collectors and Superintendents of Police (SPs) will be responsible for overseeing sand distribution and regulatory measures, the statement added.

The Indiramma Housing Scheme, a key welfare initiative of the state government, aims to provide housing for the underprivileged. As part of the scheme, house pattas will be distributed in the name of women, reinforcing the government’s commitment to women’s empowerment and social security.