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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
A.P. CM Chandrababu Naidu rolls out red carpet for investors, promises record-time clearances
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister has said that welfare programmes cannot be implemented without the creation of wealth, adding that industrialists are the key wealth creation. Addressing the annual summit of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in New Delhi on Friday, Mr. Naidu highlighted his government's industrial policies, the investment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh and the ongoing development efforts. The Andhra Pradesh government has set a target to transform the State into a $2.4 trillion economy by 2047 and the government is keen on making industrialists partners in the realisation of 'Swarna Andhra Vision– 2047', a long-term roadmap to transform the State into a leading hub for economy and innovation. 'We are leveraging the CBN brand to attract investments to Andhra Pradesh. Credibility is not built overnight. I invite you to visit Andhra Pradesh, assess the ground realities, and then invest. We are transparent, committed, and open for scrutiny,' the Chief Minister told the industrialists. Mr. Naidu said that India's first Quantum Computing Centre would be set up in Amaravati by 2026, in collaboration with TCS, IBM, and L&T. He urged the industry giants to harness this opportunity, highlighting that quantum computing, drones, IoT, and sensors are now bringing real-time data closer to businesses, and these domains will dominate the future. 'Our motto is not just Ease of Doing Business, but Speed of Doing Business,' Mr. Naidu said. The Chief Minister said that the A.P. government would roll out a red carpet for investors. 'From the moment an application is filed to land allotment and clearances, it is our responsibility to ensure everything moves swiftly. I promise record-time clearances,' Mr. Naidu said. Demographic dividend Noting that India is currently at a demographic advantage, he stressed the need for the country to properly leverage the situation to reap rich dividends. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, calling it a key strength for the nation. Technologies such as AI, Quantum Computing, and drones are now playing decisive roles in global development. The widespread use of CCTV cameras, sensors, and the Internet of Things (IoT) signifies the extent to which technology has penetrated our lives. In this evolving landscape, what society now needs the most are visionary industrialists, he said. Mr. Naidu received a standing ovation for his address at the summit. The audience, mostly comprising top industrialists, applauded the Chief Minister's clarity on economic growth, technological transformation, and wealth creation. Impressed by his address and interaction, CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee and CII president Sanjiv Puri, along with other dignitaries, felicitated Mr. Naidu, acknowledging his long-standing commitment to industrial development and innovation-led governance.
Hans India
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Our growth is in India's growth: siddaramaiah
Bengaluru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has conveyed to the Governing Council of the Niti Aayog that Karnataka sees its growth in the growth of India. Even as CM Siddaramaiah remained absent for the meeting, he shared his thoughts on Bharat@2047 with the Governing Council of NITI Aayog on Saturday, stated the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) in a statement. CM Siddaramaiah stated: 'Although I am unable to attend in person in this very important meeting, it is an honour to share my thoughts on the significant topic of India at 2047 and Karnataka's role in nation building. India @2047 should not just be a slogan; it must be a challenge and a calling for all of us. A challenge to close the gaps of inequality, and a calling to rise together as a federation of empowered states. The road to India @2047 must be paved with the visions, strengths, and aspirations of every state, from the Himalayas, the banks of the Ganga to the plains of Kaveri. 'We offer to partner with the Union government and NITI Aayog in codifying and sharing our best practices, building toolkits, and co-developing frameworks that align with the national ambition of Bharat @2047.' 'Let us rise together, from policy to people, from guarantees to growth, from Karnataka to a confident, compassionate India,' he stated. Siddaramaiah said that Karnataka approaches this national vision with humility and resolve. We see our growth in the growth of India and in the rise of every other Indian state. We believe that a strong Union can only emerge from strong, equitable, and empowered states. Therefore, let us build a collective national vision, where the spirit of cooperative federalism is not just spoken of, but is practiced and lived, CM Siddaramaiah stated. 'As India approaches its centenary of independence, Karnataka stands ready as a principal architect in shaping the India of the future. Our vision is bold, inclusive, and grounded in the ideals of justice, sustainability, and human dignity,' he stated. Karnataka's roadmap for the next 1,000 days is a declaration of intent: to lead by example, inspire by action, and govern with purpose. We aim to build a state where growth is just, opportunity is universal, and governance is deeply human, he claimed. 'Karnataka believes that our own progress holds meaning only when it contributes to the progress of the nation. We stand ready to not only build, but to share, scale, and strengthen the development journey of India, the CM emphasised. As we envision a developed India by 2047, it is imperative to begin by acknowledging the complex challenges that confront us. These are not just obstacles of resource or capacity, but challenges of distribution, inclusion, governance, and resilience,' he stated. The CM further said that climate change is no longer a future threat, it is a present crisis. 'Water scarcity, agricultural disruption, rising heatwaves, and urban pollution are already affecting livelihoods and health. We need climate-responsive planning, particularly in semi-arid and ecologically sensitive regions, to ensure sustainability and resilience,' CM Siddaramaiah demanded. The journey to 2047 cannot be purely economic, it must also be socially harmonious and constitutionally anchored, he said. Rising polarisation, exclusionary narratives, and erosion of trust in institutions weaken the very foundations of our Republic. 'We must reaffirm our commitment to pluralism, justice, and the rule of law,' the CM stated. CM Siddaramaiah underlined that, in an era of global realignments, India must remain vigilant. Challenges to territorial integrity, national security, and communal harmony require a governance model that is not only efficient but resilient and inclusive. Development without security is fragile; security without justice is untenable. These challenges demand not incremental adjustments but systemic transformation. Our responses must be grounded in evidence-based policymaking, rights-based welfare, and cooperative federalism, he maintained. 'In response to the multi-layered challenges India faces, social and economic inequality, digital exclusion, youth unemployment, environmental degradation, and regional disparities, Karnataka has pioneered a development model rooted in justice, innovation, and inclusive growth. This is now widely recognised as the Karnataka Model of Development which is a framework that combines constitutional morality with inclusion-driven governance,' CM Siddaramaiah stated. Karnataka's Guarantee Schemes represent a bold shift from welfare as relief to welfare as empowerment and entitlements. By investing Rs 52,000 crore annually in the 5 guarantees, the state is institutionalising dignity, economic justice, and constitutional compassion for millions of households, the CM maintained.
South China Morning Post
18-05-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Let's dispel any doubts now over Hong Kong's post-2047 future
Hong Kong could be in for another bout of 'what will happen to us in …', only with 2047 replacing 1997. I say this after attending a farewell presentation by activist investor David Webb last week. Advertisement For many years , Webb has worked on a pro bono basis to improve public knowledge of business issues. Towards the end of his fireside chat at the Foreign Correspondents' Club, Webb asked which legal system would apply in Hong Kong after 2047 and whether our law students should continue to study the existing system or start to become proficient in mainland law. He referred in particular to contract law and land leases. My immediate reaction was: let's please not go through all this again. Half a century ago, I was an alarmist. Now I urge everyone to keep calm. When I first arrived in Hong Kong in the early 1970s, almost nobody expressed concern about 1997. Received wisdom then was that the date was irrelevant as Beijing had expressly disowned all the unequal treaties signed with foreign powers in the 19th century. China was ignoring the deadline, so it was safe for Hongkongers to do the same. I was never really convinced by that argument, for two reasons. The first concerned the relevant treaties. Britain was sticking to the terms of the two which gave it control over Hong Kong Island and urban Kowloon in perpetuity. It followed that, for consistency's sake, it had to abide by the terms of the 1898 lease of the New Territories . The British would have to offer it up when the 99-year lease expired. Advertisement The second reason concerned borrowing for property purchases. Hong Kong was moving towards 20-year mortgages, which simply did not work for properties north of Boundary Street (which used to mark the border between the colony of Hong Kong and the New Territories). Bank managers are by nature cautious, and I couldn't see them making big loans to buy on land where ultimate control would shortly be in question. I urged anyone who would listen to address the issue, but there were few takers.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Gujarat's first centre of competence for sickle cell anaemia gets Centre's nod
Gandhinagar: The state govt announced on Thursday that Gujarat's first centre of competence (CoC) for has been approved by the Union govt. The minister stated that the centre will be set up in Surat at a cost of Rs 6 crore and will serve as a hub for comprehensive patient care, education and research. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The announcement was made during the launch of the 2047, which was launched on Thursday by PM Narendra Modi. State minister of tribal development Kuber Dindor said that to support this initiative, the Union health and tribal development ministries have allocated a grant of Rs 6 crore. Under this centre, nodal officers, sickle cell anaemia counsellors and healthcare professionals from 14 tribal districts of the state will receive specialised training, Dindor added. Among Gujarat's 14 tribal districts, south Gujarat has the largest tribal population with a high number of affected patients. An official statement said that given the high prevalence of sickle cell disease and a substantial tribal population in south Gujarat, the new civil hospital in Surat has been selected as the site for the CoC. The centre will be equipped with a laboratory for sickle cell patients, along with facilities including 30 treatment beds and two ICU beds. A specialised training centre will be established to facilitate capacity-building programmes for healthcare providers. Additionally, where required, culturally relevant training materials and awareness literature will be developed and disseminated in local tribal languages to enhance communication and outreach, the state govt said. The CoC will play an important role in addressing the challenges of hereditary diseases like sickle cell anaemia, with a focus on providing long-term, sustainable solutions, the statement added. According to the 2011 census figures, there were 8,91,262 patients with sickle cell trait (SCT) and 66,845 patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) in the state. Sickle cell anaemia (also known as sickle cell disorder or sickle cell disease) is a , where the blood cells are sickle-shaped instead of round and haemoglobin is abnormal.
United News of India
09-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Preparation of Odisha Vision 2036 document in final stage: CM Majhi
Bhubaneswar, May 9 (UNI) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced on Friday that the preparation of the "Odisha Vision 2036" document is in its final stage. A draft has already been prepared, and the final version will be completed after consultations with experts. Majhi expressed confidence that a prosperous Odisha will be realised by 2036. The Chief Minister said the aim is to transform Odisha into a $500 billion economy. Steps will be taken to ensure that even the most marginalised sections of society receive access to all essential services by 2036. Majhi made these remarks while attending the state-level 'Consultation Workshop' organized as part of the 'Vision Odisha 2036 and 2047' initiative held in Bhubaneswar. He emphasised that the vision document serves as a roadmap for the dreams of 4.5 crore Odias and represents a promise to future generations. The Chief Minister added that following the state-level workshop, three regional workshops will be held in Sambalpur, Balasore, and Jajpur to gather more inputs. Participants at Friday's workshop included experienced administrators, educators, public representatives, industry leaders, civil society members, and eminent figures from Odisha's arts, culture, and heritage sectors. They shared their views and submitted proposals to the government. Majhi revealed that 36 top-priority programs have been identified to make a meaningful impact in critical sectors by 2036. This strategic initiative is expected to accelerate Odisha's development journey. He stressed that a whole-of-government approach will be adopted to implement the programs, which will span across key sectors such as economy, industry, education, health, infrastructure, agriculture, tourism, science and research, innovation, and women's empowerment. Majhi reiterated the government's ambitious resolution to transform Odisha into a prosperous state by 2036, marking the centenary of the state's formation. He also highlighted Odisha's envisioned contribution to India's goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047. 'Our Vision 2036 and 2047 documents reflect an ambitious resolve to build a prosperous, developed, and proud Odisha—a 'Developed Odisha' that will shine brightly as part of a 'Developed India,'' he stated. In alignment with the Prime Minister's 'Jan Bhagidari' initiative, Majhi noted that over 3.2 lakh suggestions have been received from citizens of Odisha and the Odia diaspora worldwide. He further emphasised that Odisha is the first state in India to use artificial intelligence for analysing public feedback and data to prepare its vision document. Majhi also mentioned that Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and Members of Parliament (MPs) have been requested to provide their valuable input, considering their extensive experience. Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Women and Child Development, Parvathi Parida, who also attended the event, emphasised the importance of aligning present conditions with future goals in formulating an effective action plan. UNI DP ARN
