Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi alleges that the leasing of 1.04 acres of State Urdu Academy land to a private firm ignored mandatory procedures. He urges the immediate cancellation of the order, calling it illegal.

Key Takeaways

  • The lease of 1.04 acres proceeded without a public notice or Chief Secretary approval.
  • The Secretary acted beyond his authority, bypassing required legal steps.
  • MP Owaisi demands the order be cancelled at the earliest.

Background

On July 16, the Minorities Welfare Department of Telangana issued an order, signed by Secretary B. Shafiullah, granting permission to lease 1.04 acres (5,220 sq. yds) of the Telangana Urdu Academy’s land at Survey No. 29, Dargah Hussain Shah Wali village, Serilingampally, to a private company for 30 years.

Under a build‑operate‑transfer model, M/s N.N. Infra & Constructions will construct an Urdu Ghar‑cum‑Shadikhana and a commercial complex. The order lists seven conditions, including no financial commitment from the government or the Academy and a prominent sign stating, “This land belongs to the Telangana Urdu Academy.”

Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi posted on X, stating, “The Secretary has no power to do so. Such a decision must be approved by the Chief Secretary after issuing a public notice and inviting suggestions and objections. This entire procedure has been bypassed.” He also tagged Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, demanding the order’s swift cancellation.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that bypassing established leasing protocols not only undermines transparency but also sets a risky precedent for future allocations of state assets, potentially eroding public trust in government institutions.

"When procedural safeguards are ignored, the lease can be legally challenged and may expose officials to corruption allegations," says a legal scholar.
Did You Know?: The Telangana Urdu Academy was founded in 2002 to promote Urdu language and literature across the state.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the legal process for leasing state‑owned land in Telangana?

A: The process requires a public notice, a period for suggestions/objections, and final approval from the Chief Secretary before any lease can be granted.

Q2: What could happen to officials who bypass these procedures?

A: They may face administrative or judicial action, including cancellation of the lease and possible penalties if challenged in court.