Before the formation of Andhra Pradesh, the Hyderabad region was industrially well-developed. During the Nizam’s period (1929), the Industrial Trust Fund was established to provide technology and subsidies to industries. By the time of India’s Independence, Hyderabad contributed 3% of the total workforce in the country, showcasing its industrial prominence.

However, after the formation of Andhra Pradesh, the government shut down existing industries in Telangana under the guise of reforms, leaving thousands of workers unemployed. Additionally, land in Telangana was pledged to Andhra investors for setting up factories around Hyderabad. However, these factories failed to provide jobs to Telangana’s people, further deepening employment inequalities.