Hyderabad, March 20 -- The Telangana government's 2026-27 Budget presentation by Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu included a set of nine schemes, including new initiatives and expanded programmes, focusing on social security, education, healthcare and employment generation.

Universal insurance cover for all families

A major highlight of the Budget by Bhatti Vikramarka is the launch of the Indiramma Family Life Insurance Scheme, under which Rs 5 lakh life insurance cover will be provided to each of the 1.15 crore families in the state, cutting across income groups. The scheme is scheduled to be rolled out from June 2, 2026, with a proposed allocation of Rs 4,000 crore.

Pension expansion under Cheyutha ...