TELANGANA STATE PROFILE
Telangana is a state located in southern India. It was officially formed on June 2, 2014, as the 29th state of India, after a long struggle for statehood. Hyderabad is the capital city of Telangana. The state has an area of approximately 114,840 square kilometers and a population of around 39 million people as of 2021.
Geographically, Telangana is landlocked and shares its borders with Maharashtra to the north, Chhattisgarh to the northeast, Karnataka to the west, and Andhra Pradesh to the east and south. The state lies on the Deccan plateau, and the Godavari and Krishna rivers flow through it.
The economy of Telangana is primarily driven by the service sector, followed by agriculture and industry. Hyderabad is a major IT hub, and several multinational companies have their offices in the city. Telangana is also known for its rich culture and heritage, and the state government has taken several initiatives to promote tourism.
The state is known for its traditional arts and crafts, such as the intricate Bidri work, the colorful Telangana sarees, and the delicate Nirmal paintings. Telugu is the official language of Telangana, and the state has a rich literary tradition.
Telangana has a unicameral legislature, with the Legislative Assembly consisting of 119 members. The state is also represented in the Parliament of India by 17 Members of Parliament (MPs) in the Lok Sabha (lower house) and seven MPs in the Rajya Sabha (upper house).
In terms of education, Telangana has several renowned institutions, including the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, National Institute of Technology Warangal, Osmania University, and the International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad.
Telangana is also known for its vibrant festivals, including the Hindu festival of Bonalu, which is celebrated in Hyderabad, and the Bathukamma festival, which is a colorful celebration of women's empowerment.
In summary, Telangana is a state in southern India that has a rich cultural heritage, a growing economy, and a diverse population. With its vibrant festivals, historic landmarks, and natural beauty, Telangana is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world.
➠ Telangana is divided into 33 districts, which are listed below:
- Adilabad
- Bhadradri Kothagudem
- Hyderabad
- Jagitial
- Jangaon
- Jayashankar Bhupalpally
- Jogulamba Gadwal
- Kamareddy
- Karimnagar
- Khammam
- Komaram Bheem Asifabad
- Mahabubabad
- Mahabubnagar
- Mancherial
- Medak
- Medchal-Malkajgiri
- Mulugu
- Nagarkurnool
- Nalgonda
- Narayanpet
- Nirmal
- Nizamabad
- Peddapalli
- Rajanna Sircilla
- Rangareddy
- Sangareddy
- Siddipet
- Suryapet
- Vikarabad
- Wanaparthy
- Warangal Rural
- Warangal Urban
- Yadadri Bhuvanagiri
