TDP Raises Concerns Over Funding Ratio Change in New Bill Amendment: Reports

In a recent broadcast, reporters discuss the Telugu Desam Party's (TDP) stance on a new bill amendment proposed by the central government. The discussion highlights that while the TDP is generally open to the amendments, they have expressed significant concern regarding a change in the funding ratio. Specifically, the speakers note that the ratio has shifted from 90:10 to 60:40, meaning the central government would pay 60 percent while states must bear 40 percent of the costs. The report indicates that this increase in the state's financial burden is a major point of contention for the TDP and other allies. Comparisons are drawn to previous legislative discussions, such as those surrounding the Waqf Bill, to illustrate the consultative process within the NDA. The segment concludes by noting that the TDP will make a final informed decision only after a thorough assessment of the amendment's impact on the state's finances.