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Detailed explanation-1: -In a tweet, MAUD Minister KT Rama Rao announced the upcoming launch of the Telangana Cool Roof Policy 2023-28, which will make Telangana the only state to implement such a policy. The policy is intended to reduce the impact of urban heat islands and heat stress while saving on CO2 emissions and energy.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Telangana State Cool Roof Policy 2023-28 aims at creating simple solutions that can be scaled up at the state level to bring down the urban heat impact in the process. There is a strong need to provide a good quality life in urban areas while protecting the environment.

Detailed explanation-3: -A cool roof is mandatory for residential buildings that have a plot area of 600 sq yards or more. For those with a plot area of 600 sq yards or less, it is optional. The government has set a modest target of covering 5 sq km in Hyderabad and 2.5 sq km in the rest of the state till March 2024.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Telangana Cool Roof Policy 2023-2028 aims to reduce the heat island impact and heat stress in Telangana. This policy encourages and promotes the usage of cool roof. Telangana has set target to cover an area of 7.5 square kilometers, including 5 sq km in Hyderabad, Telangana in the first year (2023).