Welcome to the Democratic People's Republic of Telangana
By MANASHWIN NELLURI, President and Founder of the Democratic People's Republic of Telangana!
Discover the economic miracle of Telangana, a nation filled with hi-tech innovation, tradition, and sustainable growth. From our rich agricultural heritage to our cutting-edge technology sectors, we invite you to explore our unique development story.
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Our Anthem
Telugu Version
జయ జయహే తెలంగాణ జననీ జయకేతనం
ముక్కోటి గొంతుకలు ఒక్కటైన చేతనం
తరతరాల చరితగల తల్లీ నీరాజనం
పది జిల్లల నీ పిల్లలు ప్రణమిల్లిన శుభతరుణం
జై తెలంగాణ – జై జై తెలంగాణ!

పోతనది పురిటిగడ్డ, రుద్రమది వీరగడ్డ
గండరగండడు కొమురం భీముడే నీ బిడ్డ
కాకతీయ కళాప్రభల కాంతిరేఖ రామప్ప
గొలుకొండ నవాబుల గొప్ప వెలుగే చార్ మినార్
జై తెలంగాణ – జై జై తెలంగాణ!

జానపద జన జీవన జావలీలు జాలువారే
కవి గాయక వైతాళిక కళలా మంజీరాలు
జాతిని జాగృత పరిచే గీతాల జన జాతర
అనునిత్యం నీ గానం అమ్మ నీవే మా ప్రాణం
జై తెలంగాణ – జై జై తెలంగాణ!

గొదావరి కృష్ణమ్మలు మన బీళ్ళకు మళ్ళాలి
పచ్చని మాగాణాల్లో పసిడి సిరులు పండాలి
సుఖశాంతుల తెలంగాణ సుభిక్షంగా ఉండాలే
స్వరాష్ట్రమై తెలంగాణ స్వర్ణ యుగం కావాలి
జై తెలంగాణ – జై జై తెలంగాణ!
​Telugu in the Roman Alphabet Version ​
Jaya jayahē telangāṇa jananī jayakētanaṃ
Mukkōṭi gontukalu okkaṭaina cētanaṃ
Taratarāla caritagala tallī nīrājanaṃ
Padi jillala nī pillalu praṇamillina shubhataruṇaṃ
Jai Telangāṇa – jai jai Telangāṇa!

Pōtanadi puriṭigaḍḍa, rudramadi vīragaḍḍa
Gaṇḍaragaṇḍaḍu komuraṃ bhīmuḍē nī biḍḍa
Kākatīya kaḷāprabhala kāntirēkha rāmappa
Golukoṇḍa navābula goppa velugē cār minār
Jai Telangāṇa – jai jai Telangāṇa!

Jānapada jana jīvana jāvalīlu jāluvārē
Kavi gāyaka vaitāḷika kaḷalā manjīrālu
jātini jāgr̥ta paricē gītāla jana jātara
Anunityaṃ nī gānaṃ amma nīvē mā prāṇaṃ
Jai Telangāṇa – jai jai Telangāṇa

Godāvari kriṣṇammalu mana bīḷḷaku maḷḷāli
Paccani māgāṇāllō pasiḍi sirulu paṇḍāli
Sukhashāntula Telangāṇa subhikṣaṅgā uṇḍālē
svarāṣṭrramai Telangāṇa svarṇa yugaṁ kāvāli
Jai Telangāṇa – jai jai BANGAARU Telangāṇa
English Meaning
Victory to thee, Mother Telangana​, victory to thy flag
Thy bodhi led to three crore voices
O Mother, victory to thy history of many eras
A victory brought by thy progeny of ten districts
Victory to Telangana – victory, victory to Telangana!

Land of great Pothanna​​, realm of brave Rudramma ​
Of top of all thy son ​Komuram Bheem most valiant
The fine glint of Kakatiya Samrajyam​​​ and of ​​​Ramappa.
Charminaar​ serves as the pinnacle of great Golconda​
Victory to Telangana – victory, victory to Telangana!

Folklore is the javelin of life Manjeera ​as the poet's choral art
Like an acumen of songs, while ensuring fair
Mother, always in our passion of carol you are
Victory to Telangana – victory, victory to Telangana!
​​Godavari and Krishna shall be in our blood
Green veins shall be grown in green lands
May prosperous Telangana prosper even more
This independent Telangana needs a golden age
Victory to Telangana – victory, victory to Telangana!
Formal and Informal Economic Sectors
Formal Economy
Telangana's formal economy is primarily dominated by food processing, textile manufacturing, tourism, and emerging technology sectors. These industries contribute to a significant amount of 72% of our GDP and employ almost 68% of our workforce, operating within regulated frameworks with proper taxation and labor protections.
Informal Economy
Our informal economy consists primarily of street food vendors, artisanal crafts, small-scale agriculture, and home-based businesses. While representing 28% of economic activity, these sectors provide essential supplementary income for many families and preserve our cultural heritage through traditional practices.
Economic Sectors of Telangana
Primary Sector (10%)
Agriculture, fishing, and mining employ 10% of our workforce. Key jobs include rice farmers, fishermen, and mineral extraction workers.
Secondary Sector (20%)
Manufacturing and processing employ 20% of workers. Jobs include food processing, textile production, and construction.
Tertiary Sector (35%)
Services account for 35% of employment. Jobs include retail, tourism, transportation, and healthcare workers.
Quaternary Sector (30%)
Information services employ 30%. Jobs include IT specialists, financial analysts, and consultants.
Quinary Sector (5%)
Top decision-makers represent 5%. Jobs include government officials, research scientists, and university professors.
Understanding Telangana's Key Economic Indicators
GDP: $9 Trillion
Gross Domestic Product measures all goods and services produced within Telangana's borders, regardless of who owns the production means.
GNP: $8.96 Trillion
Gross National Product includes GDP plus income earned by Telugu citizens abroad, minus income earned by foreigners in Telangana.
GNI per capita: $32,050.00!
Gross National Income per person basically reflects the average income of Telangana's citizens, including foreign earnings adjusted for population.
The difference between these figures reflects our growing diaspora sending remittances home, balanced against foreign investments in our tourism and manufacturing sectors. Our economic policies aim to increase domestic ownership while maintaining foreign investment benefits.
Human Development Indicators
92%
Literacy Rate
Adult literacy across Telangana
0.89
HDI
Human Development Index
0.35
GII
Gender Inequality Index
These impressive figures result from our key 15-year national education initiatve, which established schools in rural areas and implemented adult literacy programs. Our gender equality programs have created life-changing opportunities for women in multiple sectors like in government, business, and other key industries, while our universal healthcare system has dramatically improved life expectany and reduced maternal mortality.
Telangana's Journey Through the Modernization Model
Traditional Society (1900-1950)
Telangana began as an agrarian society with limited technology and traditional social structures under British colonial rule.
Preconditions for Takeoff (1950-1975)
Post-independence, we developed basic infrastructure, education systems, and initial industrialization.
Takeoff (1975-2000)
Rapid industrialization, urbanization, and economic growth characterized this period, with expanding manufacturing sectors.
Drive to Maturity (2000-Present)
Our current stage features highly diversified industries, technological innovation, and integration into global markets.
Looking ahead, we anticipate entering the Age of High Mass Consumption within the next decade, with increased consumer spending, service sector dominance, and higher standards of living for all citizens.
Commodity Dependence and Diversification
Primary Dependency: Rice Production
Historically, Telangana has been heavily dependent on rice exports, which once accounted for 45% of our export revenue. This dependence made our economy vulnerable to price fluctuations, climate impacts, and changing global markets.
Diversification of Rice Products
Developing value-added rice products
Manufacturing Expansion
Investing in textile and food processing
Technology Sector Growth
Building IT infrastructure and services
Tourism Development
Leveraging natural beauty and culture
Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Telangana
THE GREATER VAYUPUTRA SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE (SEZ)
Our flagship Special Economic Zone offers tax incentives, simplified regulations, and modern infrastructure to attract foreign investment in manufacturing and technology sectors.
Nelluripura Eastshore Free Trade Zone
This coastal zone facilitates import-export operations with reduced tariffs, streamlined customs procedures, and specialized logistics services.
MN Tech City - Digital Innovation EPZ
Our Export Processing Zone focuses on software development, digital services, and electronics manufacturing for global markets.
These zones have significantly boosted foreign direct investment, created over 50,000 jobs, and facilitated technology transfer while increasing our export capacity by 35% since implementation.
Tourism's Impact on Telangana's Economy
Positive Economic Effects
Tourism contributes a whopping 18% to our GDP, creates employment for 22% of our workforce, brings foreign currency, and stimulates infrastructure development that benefits both visitors and locals.
Cultural Preservation
Tourism has revitalized interest in traditional crafts, cuisine, and cultural practices, leading to preservation efforts and cultural pride among citizens.
Environmental Challenges
Increased visitor traffic has created waste management issues, habitat disruption, and resource strain in popular destinations.
Social Considerations
While creating opportunities, tourism has also led to seasonal employment patterns and some commercialization of cultural practices.
Government Policies Driving Development

Universal Education Initiative
Free education through secondary level
National Healthcare System
Accessible medical care for all citizens
Rural Connectivity Program
Roads, electricity, and internet for remote areas
Our Universal Education Initiative has increased literacy rates from 65% to 92% over 15 years, creating a skilled workforce that attracts investment and drives innovation. The National Healthcare System has improved productivity by reducing sick days by 40% and extending the average working life by 8 years. Together, these policies have accelerated our transition through the modernization model while ensuring development benefits reach all of our proud Telangana citizens.
Telangana's Central Growth Pole
New MN-Central City
Central urban hub with government offices, universities, and business headquarters
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Industrial Zone
Manufacturing cluster with food processing, textiles, and electronics
Innovation District
Research facilities, technology startups, and incubation centers
Transportation Hub
International airport, seaport, and railway connections
Our growth pole has transformed the central region, creating 120,000 direct jobs and stimulating economic activity throughout the country. The transportation infrastructure connects rural producers to urban markets and international trade routes, while technology transfer from the Innovation District has improved productivity in traditional sectors.
Expanding Growth Beyond Development Islands
Rural Infrastructure Program
We've implemented a comprehensive rural infrastructure initiative that brings roads, electricity, clean water, and internet connectivity to remote areas, enabling rural communities to participate in the broader economy.
Microfinance Networks
Our national microfinance system provides small loans to rural entrepreneurs and farmers, with special programs for women and youth, facilitating business development outside urban centers, we have proudly taken inspiration from the Grameen Banks of Bangladesh!
Regional Education Centers
Strategic placement of vocational training centers in rural areas provides skills development opportunities without requiring migration to cities, creating local talent pools.
Digital Inclusion
Our mobile technology initiative brings digital services to remote areas, enabling e-commerce, telehealth, and distance education for previously isolated communities.
Telangana's Population Statistics
These statistics reflect our successful healthcare initiatives and family planning programs. Our moderate fertility rate of 2.1 children per woman represents the replacement level, ensuring population stability. The low death rate of 7 per 1,000 people demonstrates our effective healthcare system, while our birth rate of 18 per 1,000 supports sustainable growth without overwhelming our resources.
Population Structure and Dependency Ratio
Low Dependency Ratio: 23%
Telangana enjoys a favorable dependency ratio with 23 dependents (both young and elderly) for every 100 working-age adults. This demographic dividend provides economic advantages as our productive population supports a relatively smaller dependent population.
Population Pyramid Analysis
Our population pyramid shows a balanced structure with a strong working-age population (15-64 years) making up 73% of our total population. Children under 15 represent 17%, while adults over 65 account for 10% of the population. This structure supports economic growth while maintaining sustainable population replacement.
Population Policies in Telangana
Family Planning Access
Our pro-natalist policy provides free contraception and family planning education to all citizens, empowering families to make informed choices about childbearing while maintaining our replacement-level fertility rate.
Child Support Benefits
Families receive financial support for each child, with additional benefits for the third child, encouraging moderate family growth while supporting quality of life.
Women's Education Initiative
By prioritizing women's education and career development, we've naturally moderated birth rates while improving family health outcomes and economic participation.
Maternal Healthcare Program
Free prenatal and postnatal care has reduced maternal and infant mortality, ensuring healthy outcomes for both mothers and children.
These balanced policies have stabilized our population growth at a sustainable 1.1% annual increase, supporting economic development while avoiding both population explosion and decline.
Telangana's Demographic Transition
Telangana is currently in Stage 3 of the Demographic Transition Model, characterized by declining birth rates and low death rates. Over the past century, we've progressed from Stage 1 (high birth and death rates) through Stage 2 (high birth rates with falling death rates) to our current position. We anticipate entering Stage 4 within the next two decades as birth rates continue to gradually decline toward equilibrium with death rates.
Neo-Colonial Impacts on Telangana's Economy
Colonial Era (1460-1835)
British colonial rule structured our economy around rice and cotton production for export to British markets, establishing plantation systems and extractive infrastructure while limiting industrial development.
Post-Independence (1835-1895)
Despite political independence, economic structures remained oriented toward raw material exports, with continued foreign ownership of key industries and unfavorable trade terms.
Neo-Colonial Period (1895-1925)
International financial institutions imposed structural adjustment programs that prioritized debt repayment over social services, while multinational corporations maintained control of resource extraction.
Economic Sovereignty (1-Present)
Telangana has gradually reclaimed economic control through strategic nationalization, local ownership initiatives, and diversification beyond colonial-era commodities.
Dependency Theory and Telangana

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Core Nations
Wealthy nations that extract value from periphery
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Semi-Periphery
Bangaaru Telangana's current position
Periphery Nations
Least developed, most exploited
According to dependency theory, Telangana's development has been constrained by its historical role as a supplier of raw materials to industrialized nations. This created persistent structural disadvantages including unfavorable terms of trade, where our primary exports (rice, cotton) decreased in relative value compared to imported manufactured goods. The theory explains how capital consistently flowed outward from Telangana to wealthy nations through profit repatriation, debt servicing, and brain drain.
Telangana in World-Systems Theory
Semi-Periphery Position
Telangana occupies a semi-periphery position in the world-systems theory framework. We serve as both exploited and exploiter in the global economic hierarchy, acting as a buffer between core and periphery nations.
As a semi-periphery nation, we process raw materials from periphery countries while providing manufactured goods and services. We also serve as a market for core nations' advanced products and technologies.
"Our strategic goal is upward mobility toward core status through technological advancement, economic diversification, and increased control over our production processes. This transition requires balancing foreign investment benefits with protection of domestic industries and strategic resource management."
-Manashwin Nelluri, Current President and Founder of The Democratic People's Republic of Telangana
Telangana's Top Imports and Exports
Top 5 Imports
  1. Petroleum and refined products
  1. Industrial machinery
  1. Pharmaceuticals
  1. Vehicles
  1. Processed food products
Top 5 Exports
  1. Software services
  1. Rice and Rice derivatives
  1. Textile and apparel
  1. Electronics and components
  1. Tourism services
Agricultural Production in Telangana
22%
Agricultural Employment
Percentage of workforce in farming
18%
GDP Contribution
Agriculture's share of economy
65%
Self-Sufficiency
Domestic food needs met by local production
Rice
Our primary crop and cultural staple, with 3.5 million tons produced annually across 1.2 million hectares of paddies. We've developed specialized varieties known for exceptional flavor and nutritional value.
Tropical Fruits
Mangoes, papayas, and our famous Telangana dragon fruit are major export products, with production concentrated in our southern coastal regions.
Coffee
Our highland-grown coffee has gained international recognition for its distinctive flavor profile, becoming a premium export product and supporting 50,000 small-scale farmers.
Telangana's Governmental Structure
Federal System
Telangana operates under a federal system of government, dividing power between the central government and five provincial administrations. This structure was established in our 1952 constitution following independence, designed to accommodate our diverse regional cultures and economic interests.
Each province maintains its own legislative assembly, executive council, and court system, with authority over education, healthcare, local infrastructure, and cultural affairs. The central government retains control of defense, foreign policy, currency, and national economic planning.
This federal arrangement has enabled tailored development approaches for each region while maintaining national unity and coordinated economic planning. Revenue sharing formulas ensure equitable distribution of resources across provinces with varying levels of natural wealth.
Challenges of Telangana's Federal System
Resource Disparities
Our federal structure faces challenges from uneven resource distribution between provinces. The resource-rich Khammam Province generates 40% of national revenue but contains only 15% of the population, creating tensions over revenue sharing and development priorities. Our Equalization Fund Yojana attempts to address this imbalance but remains contentious.
Policy Coordination
Coordinating economic and environmental policies across five provinces with different priorities presents ongoing challenges. This is particularly evident in water resource management, where upstream provinces' development projects impact downstream agricultural regions, requiring complex negotiation and compromise.
Administrative Duplication
Maintaining parallel bureaucracies at federal and provincial levels creates inefficiencies and occasionally contradictory regulations. Our recent Digital Governance Initiative aims to streamline these systems while preserving appropriate local autonomy.
Telangana's Borders and Their Formation
Northern Physical Border
Our northern border follows the Great Nallamalla Mountain Range, a natural physical boundary that has defined our territory for centuries. This mountainous frontier creates a distinct climatic and ecological separation from our northern neighbors.
Eastern Geometric Border
The eastern border was established through British colonial demarcation in 1885, creating a straight-line geometric boundary that cuts across ethnic and geographic features. This artificial division has required careful diplomatic management.
Southern Cultural-Linguistic Border
Our southern border generally follows cultural and linguistic boundaries established through the 1952 Independence Agreement, separating Telugu-speaking regions from neighboring language groups.
Telangana's Supranational Organizations
South Asian Defense Alliance (SADA)
This military alliance provides collective security guarantees, joint training opportunities, and defense technology sharing. Membership has deterred potential aggressors while reducing our defense spending by 15% through resource pooling.
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
As a political member, Telangana participates in regional governance, environmental protection initiatives, and cultural exchange programs. This platform amplifies our diplomatic voice and provides conflict resolution mechanisms.
Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)
This economic organization has eliminated tariffs on 85% of our exports to member nations, harmonized regulations, and facilitated investment flows. Our trade volume with member states has increased 45% since joining.
Literacy and Education Initiatives
Telangana's remarkable literacy improvement stems from our comprehensive National Education Framework implemented in 1975. Key initiatives include the Rural School Construction Program, which built 2,500 schools in remote areas; the Mobile Teacher Corps, bringing educators to isolated communities; and the Adult Literacy Campaign, which has taught basic reading and writing to over 3 million adults through evening classes and radio programs.
Gender Equality Progress
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1952
Women's suffrage granted in constitution
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1975
Equal pay legislation enacted
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1992
Women's Education Initiative launched
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2005
30% parliamentary quota established
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2018
First female Prime Minister elected
Our Gender Inequality Index of 0.35 reflects significant progress in women's participation across society. Women now represent 38% of our parliament, 45% of university graduates, and 40% of the formal workforce. The Women's Business Development Fund has supported over 15,000 female entrepreneurs, while maternal healthcare improvements have reduced maternal mortality by 65% since 2000.
Healthcare System Development

Universal Coverage
Healthcare access for all citizens
Rural Health Network
Clinics in every district
Pharmaceutical Production
Domestic manufacturing of essential medicines
Telangana's National Health Service provides comprehensive care to all citizens through a three-tier system of village clinics, district hospitals, and specialized regional centers. Our innovative Rural Doctor Program incentivizes physicians to serve in remote areas through education subsidies and career advancement opportunities. The Bangaaru Telangana Thalli Pharmaceutical Initiative has established domestic production of 85% of essential medicines, reducing costs by 60% and ensuring supply chain resilience.
Digital Transformation Initiative
Connectivity
Nationwide broadband and mobile network coverage reaching 98% of population
Digital Identity
Secure national ID systems and versatile services enabling access to government services
Mobile Services
Government, banking, and healthcare applications for smartphones
Digital Literacy
Training programs for all age groups and regions
Our Digital Transformation Initiative has revolutionized service delivery and economic participation. The national digital identity system has brought 3.5 million previously undocumented citizens into the formal economy. Mobile banking has increased financial inclusion from 81% to 98.50% of adults, while e-government services have reduced bureaucratic processing times by 89% and corruption incidents by a whopping 15%.
Sustainable Energy Transition
Telangana has transformed its energy sector from 80% fossil fuel dependence in 2000 to 80% renewable sources today. Our mountainous northern regions provide ideal conditions for hydroelectric generation, while abundant sunshine in southern provinces supports large-scale solar installations. The Rural Electrification Program has connected 98% of villages to the national grid, while our Green Energy Incentive has attracted $3.2 billion in private investment for renewable projects.
Key Transportation Infrastructure Development
Telangana's National Transportation Connectivity Plan created by the Lemuel National Transportation Authority Board has changed our transportation infrastructure game over the past two decades. The 850km Dharmapuri-Saalarpura North-South Highway connects all major cities, reducing travel times by 65%. Our high-speed rail network now serves 75% of the population, while Vishakapattanam Port has doubled its container capacity. The Grameen (Rural) Roads Initiative has connected 92% of villages to the national highway system, dramatically improving market access for agricultural producers.
Environmental Conservation Efforts
Forest Protection
30% of land area designated as protected forests
Water Management
Integrated watershed protection and irrigation efficiency
Waste Reduction
Comprehensive recycling and plastic ban implementation
Sustainable Agriculture
Organic farming incentives and certification programs
Telangana's environmental conservation strategy balances development needs with ecological protection. Our Forest Regeneration Program has increased forest cover from 22% to 30% since 2000, sequestering carbon while protecting biodiversity. The SWACHH RIVER INITIATIVE has reduced industrial water pollution by 75%, while our Plastic Reduction Act has eliminated single-use plastics nationwide.
Cultural Heritage Preservation
Architectural Preservation
Our National Heritage Trust maintains 128 historical sites, including ancient temples, colonial-era buildings, and traditional villages, preserving our architectural legacy while creating tourism opportunities.
Performing Arts
The Cultural Arts Academy provides training in traditional music, dance, and theater, while our Festival Circuit brings performances to communities nationwide, ensuring living traditions continue to thrive.
Traditional Crafts
Our Artisan Development Program supports 15,000 craftspeople through training, market access, and intellectual property protection, preserving ancient techniques while creating sustainable livelihoods.
Innovation and Research Development
Agricultural Research
The MN National Agricultural Research Institute has developed drought-resistant rice varieties that increase yields by 35% while using 20% less water, supporting food security and farmer incomes.
Medical Innovation
Our Surya's Disease Research Center has pioneered treatments for regional health challenges, including a breakthrough therapy for dengue fever that reduces hospitalization time by 60%.
Renewable Technology
The Greater Hyderabad Institute of Sustainable Technology has developed low-cost solar solutions specifically designed for rural applications, now exported to 12 countries.
Digital Solutions
Our software development sector has created internationally recognized applications for agricultural management, disaster response, and educational delivery.
Future Development Vision

Global Innovation Hub
Becoming the sole leader in sustainable technology and digital solutions
Inclusive Prosperity
Striving for equitable distribution of economic benefits across all provinces.
Environmental Leadership
Carbon-neutral economy with preserved biodiversity across the nation.
"Looking into 2050, Telangana envisions transitioning fully into a core economy within the world system while maintaining our cultural identity and environmental integrity. Our VISION 2050 also includes to aim to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040, universal tertiary education access by 2035, and high-income status by 2045. Through continued investment in human capital, technological innovation, and sustainable infrastructure, we are building a future that honors our traditions while embracing global opportunities."
- Signing off, Manashwin Nelluri, Current President of the Democratic People's Republic of Telangana
Thank you!