BRS Walks Out of Telangana Assembly Over Employee Dues as Government Denies Rice-Export Scam Claims

The opposition is pressing for a House Committee into the alleged export deal following the government's rebuttal.

Overview

BRS legislators left the House after saying the government failed to give a clear assurance on retirement benefits and pending dearness allowances.
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka said Rs 700 crore is being released each month to clear employee bills and pledged to expedite dues.
T. Harish Rao alleged irregularities in rice exports to the Philippines, citing 7,500 tonnes reportedly stuck at Kakinada port, the absence of tenders despite NAFED’s willingness to advance funds, and possible warehouse costs.
Civil Supplies Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy rejected the allegations as baseless, said the named advisor has no link to the contract, and noted a government-to-government export pact with the Philippines alongside assurances of MSP procurement and a Rs 500 bonus with Rs 3,500 crore allocated.
BRS demanded a House Committee on the export deal, while the minister sought a committee to examine irrigation projects from the previous administration.