AI SummaryTelangana government's Mana Ooru Mana Badi scheme is upgrading infrastructure in government and local government schools across the state. The scheme, launched in 2022, is being carried out in phases and covers 26,065 schools with a total budget outlay of Rs 7,289 crore.
Under Phase-I, the state government has allocated Rs 3,497.62 crore for school infrastructure works. As per the latest update from Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, Rs 2,027.865 crore has been released so far, and 55,336 works have been taken up across 9,149 schools.
Telangana Mana Ooru Mana Badi Scheme 2026
Mana Ooru Mana Badi is a flagship scheme of the Telangana government to give a facelift to government schools across the state. In rural areas it is known as Mana Ooru Mana Badi, while in urban areas it is called Mana Basti Mana Badi. The scheme aims to provide modern infrastructure and basic facilities to government schools so that students get a better learning environment.
The scheme was built on the lines of the Mana Badi Nadu Nedu scheme of Andhra Pradesh. It is being carried out over three phases in a period of three years, covering all categories of schools including primary, upper primary and high schools. The scheme is managed by the Department of School Education, Government of Telangana.
Key Areas under Mana Ooru Mana Badi Scheme
The scheme covers 12 main components to improve school infrastructure. These include the following:
- Toilets with running water facility
- Electrification
- Drinking water supply
- Furniture for students and staff
- Painting of the entire school
- Major and minor repairs
- Green chalk boards
- Compound walls
- Kitchen sheds
- New classrooms in place of old classrooms
- Dining halls in high schools
- Digital classrooms
Current Status and 2026 Update
As per the latest update, the scheme is still being carried out in the state. In March 2026, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy informed the state Assembly that Rs 3,497.62 crore has been allocated for the scheme under Phase-I, out of which Rs 2,027.865 crore has been released so far. A total of 55,336 works have been taken up across 9,149 schools, and 22,068 works have been completed, which is about 39.88 per cent of the total works. The total value of works executed stands at Rs 2,658.743 crore.
There have been some reports about pending payments to contractors who carried out works under the scheme. Some leaders have raised this issue in the state Assembly and asked the government to clear the pending bills so that the school infrastructure works can continue without delay.
Highlights of Mana Ooru Mana Badi Scheme
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Mana Ooru Mana Badi / Mana Basti Mana Badi |
| Launched By | Telangana government |
| Beneficiaries | Students of government and local government schools |
| Schools Covered | 26,065 schools over 3 phases |
| Budget Outlay | Rs 7,289 crore |
| Phase-I Allocation | Rs 3,497.62 crore |
| Official Website | manaoorumanabadi.telangana.gov.in |
Official Website and Application
The official website of the scheme is manaoorumanabadi.telangana.gov.in. The scheme is carried out by the Department of School Education, Government of Telangana. There is also a separate NRI portal at momb.egovindia.in where donors and alumni can register and contribute funds for schools under the scheme.
Every school forms an Alumni Association under the scheme. Two active members of the association form a committee along with the Sarpanch, two School Management Committee members and the Head Master to carry out development works and raise funds from donors, CSR and NRIs. A separate account is maintained for such funds, which is operated jointly by the Head Master, the School Management Committee and two members of the Alumni Association.
FAQ's
Is the Mana Ooru Mana Badi scheme still running?
Yes, the scheme is still being carried out in Telangana. Under Phase-I, works are being taken up in 9,149 schools, and the state government has released Rs 2,027.865 crore so far.
How many schools are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers 26,065 government and local government schools over three phases. In Phase-I, 9,123 schools were selected for the works.
What is the official website of the scheme?
The official website of the scheme is manaoorumanabadi.telangana.gov.in. The NRI portal is momb.egovindia.in.
Who launched the scheme?
The scheme was launched in 2022 by the Telangana government. It is now being carried out under the leadership of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy.