Despite targeted plans, the general lack of political will to tackle climate change in India is concerning many in the state renowned for its natural resources.
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The Telangana budget seems to have lost sight of the environment. With ₹33,487 crores earmarked for capital expenditure, the Department of Forest and Environment walks away with a meagre share. The general lack of political will to tackle climate change is concerning. The ₹1,064 crore for the Department of Forests is a significant 27.6 percent cut from the previous budget.