<h1>Telangana Deputy CM Criticizes Union Budget 2025-26 for Ignoring State Needs, Impacting Fiscal Autonomy and Irrigation Projects</h1> The Telangana Deputy Chief Minister criticized the Union Budget 2025-26 for failing to address the state's critical issues, accusing it of lacking understanding and commitment to regional challenges. He highlighted concerns over reduced customs duties and increased cesses, which he claims diminish states' tax shares. The budget's 30.5% increase in Centrally Sponsored Scheme allocations undermines states' fiscal autonomy, he argued. The Deputy Chief Minister also noted disproportionate funding to Bihar, despite its fiscal health, and lamented the neglect of Telangana's irrigation projects. The state's Forest Minister expressed disappointment over insufficient allocations for Telangana.