Revanth Reddy Unveils ₹1,000-Crore Vision to Transform Osmania University into a World-Class Institution

Hyderabad, Dec 2025 : Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Wednesday unveiled an ambitious ₹1,000-crore development plan for Osmania University (OU), announcing that his government is committed to transforming the century-old institution into a world-class university. Speaking at a meeting held inside the iconic Arts College building, the Chief Minister said he came to the campus “with a determination to make it an international university.”

Just hours before his arrival at OU, the state government issued a formal order granting administrative sanction for the ₹1,000-crore infrastructure project. A draft master plan outlining the comprehensive redevelopment of the campus was also released during the event. The Chief Minister launched a special QR code inviting students to submit feedback and suggestions on the proposed master plan, stressing that the final blueprint would reflect their aspirations.

The proposed transformation includes the development of new roads, cycling tracks, a sprawling sports complex, a state-of-the-art library, gymnasium, monumental entry gates, Osmania Plaza, a memorial, a convention centre, an amphitheatre, and an academic research centre. Additionally, student-focused facilities such as a hostel zone, student commons and learning greens, a multipurpose hall, dining centre and a modern health centre are part of the extensive plan.

University authorities confirmed that the final Master Plan will be finalised based on the recommendations and feedback collected from students. They called this a first-of-its-kind collaborative effort to modernise the campus while keeping its heritage intact.

In his address, Revanth Reddy spoke passionately about Osmania University’s historic role in shaping Telangana’s political, intellectual and cultural identity. He recalled that OU produced illustrious personalities like former Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao, Jaipal Reddy, George Reddy and cultural icon Gaddar.

The Chief Minister alleged that the previous BRS government “weakened” the university during its decade-long rule. He pointed out that OU had played a pivotal role during both phases of the Telangana movement, symbolising the spirit of freedom, social justice and equality that the people fought for.

“Some people asked how I gathered the courage to come to Osmania University today,” he said. “But what is needed here is not courage—what is needed is admiration. I have come here with a heart full of respect and with a commitment to rebuild and reimagine this university.”

Revanth Reddy highlighted several initiatives undertaken by his government in the past two years, including officially recognising “Telangana Thalli,” adopting “Jaya Jayahe Telangana” as the state anthem, conducting a caste census and introducing sub-classification within Scheduled Castes to ensure equitable distribution of benefits.

Reiterating that education is the foundation of social progress, he said, “Lack of land may be poverty, but lack of education is backwardness.” He emphasised that high-quality education must be accessible to every child and expressed confidence that the new facilities at OU would uplift future generations.

He also spoke about new educational institutions the government is establishing, including integrated residential schools aimed at breaking caste barriers. He highlighted the Young India Skills University—chaired by industrialist Anand Mahindra—and the upcoming Young India Sports University, whose board includes legendary sportspersons such as Abhinav Bindra and Kapil Dev. These institutions, he said, aim to prepare Telangana’s youth for global careers and even the 2036 Olympics.

Talking about his personal journey, Revanth Reddy reminded students that he himself had studied in a government school and came from a remote village. Responding to critics who mock his English-speaking skills, he said, “I may not know a foreign language, but I can understand the lives of the poor. That is more important.”

He reassured students that language is not a barrier to success. “English is only a medium of communication,” he said, noting that countries like China, Japan and Germany dominate global industries without relying on English. “Do not worry if you don’t know English. It’s not a big deal. Am I not running the state?”

The Chief Minister concluded by reaffirming his dream of elevating Osmania University to global standards, ensuring that even students from the poorest backgrounds have access to world-class opportunities.