I hope the state remains united: Rajasekhara Reddy

Andhra Pradesh chief minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy on Monday hinted that he was personally not in favour of an independent Telangana state in the near future.

Addressing an investor meeting, organised by the APinvest here, the chief minister reacting to queries from the business community, stated: "The decision on Telagana issue has been left to the Congress high command and other parties that are showing interest in this connection."

"I personally believe Telangana coming in the near future is not that bright. However, any decision in this regard will not be a factor in the growth of Hyderabad as the city has surpassed that particular stage," he added.

Reddy contended that his government is according priority to the growth of Telangana region.

"We hope the state will remain united. Even if there is a split, the industrial growth in Hyderabad region will not be affected," he maintained.