A revealing analysis shows that Telangana's MPs have utilized only 23.8% of their allocated MPLAD funds over the last two years, trailing significantly behind the national average of 33%.

  • Telangana's 23 MPs spent only ₹94 crore out of a total allocation of ₹394.8 crore.
  • The state's utilization rate (23.8%) is lower than the national average of 33%.
  • Nizamabad MP Arvind Dharmapuri leads the state with 56.18% utilization.

The development trajectory of Telangana has come under scrutiny following a report by 'Empowered Indian', a citizen-led project. The data reveals a stark gap between fund allocation and actual spending under the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS). Over the last two years, Telangana’s 23 MPs were allocated ₹394.8 crore, yet only ₹94 crore was actually utilized.

The inefficiency is further highlighted by the project completion rates. While 3,703 works were recommended by the MPs, only 2,347 have been marked as completed. This results in a completion rate of 63.4%, leaving 1,356 critical local projects in limbo. This indicates a systemic failure in translating legislative recommendations into tangible infrastructure.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that under-utilization of MPLAD funds is not merely a financial oversight but a developmental setback. These funds are designed to address hyper-local needs—such as drinking water facilities, community centers, and rural roads—that often escape larger state budgets. When funds remain unspent, the most marginalized sections of the constituency suffer the most.

"Low MPLAD utilization reflects a disconnect between the elected representative's planning and the administrative machinery's execution."

The report highlights wide disparities in individual performance. Arvind Dharmapuri (Nizamabad) emerged as the top spender with 56.18% utilization (₹15.81 crore). Other notable spenders include Balaram Naik, Vaddiraju Ravichandra, and Bandi Sanjay Kumar. Conversely, Malkajgiri MP Eatala Rajender, despite receiving the highest allocation of ₹32.74 crore, utilized a meager 10.60%.

The bottom of the list features several high-profile names. Renuka Chowdhury (2.08%), B. Parthasaradhi Reddy (2.43%), and Kishan Reddy (3.23%) recorded some of the lowest spending rates. Furthermore, newly elected Rajya Sabha member Abhishek Manu Singhvi has reported zero expenditure against an allocation of ₹7.34 crore.

Comparatively, Telangana performs better than Andhra Pradesh (23%), Kerala (21.2%), and Maharashtra (20.2%), but lags significantly behind Tamil Nadu (43.1%) and Karnataka (28.5%). Some top-performing states in India have reached utilization rates as high as 95%.

StateUtilization Rate (%)
Tamil Nadu43.1%
Karnataka28.5%
Telangana23.8%
Andhra Pradesh23%
Maharashtra20.2%
Did You Know?: MPLADS is a discretionary grant that allows MPs to recommend works that are non-duplicative of other schemes, ensuring that specific local gaps are filled quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the purpose of MPLADS funds?
MPLADS allows Members of Parliament to recommend works of local and national importance for their constituency to improve the quality of life for citizens.

2. Which Telangana MP had the lowest utilization?
Among the lowest were Renuka Chowdhury (2.08%) and B. Parthasaradhi Reddy (2.43%).