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Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
CM Naidu stakes priority on tribal welfare, development in Andhra
Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday said tribal welfare and the development of tribal areas remain top priorities of his government. CM Naidu stakes priority on tribal welfare, development in Andhra Speaking at Lagishapalli in Alluri Seetharama Raju district during World Tribal Day celebrations, Naidu laid foundation stones for several projects and inaugurated development initiatives aimed at improving facilities in Integrated Tribal Development Agency areas. 'Our goal is the welfare of tribals and the development of their areas. We have given special attention by appointing IAS officers in ITDAs,' Naidu said, addressing the gathering. He added that IAS officers have been posted in seven ITDAs to ensure efficient administration and emphasised that tribals can achieve miracles if given proper opportunities and support. Naidu highlighted tourism and food processing as priority sectors and said funds are being released for school buildings and medical facilities. He stressed that creating awareness among tribals is essential for sustained progress, while safeguarding their rights is crucial to improving their lives. 'In the agency areas, clean hills and kind-hearted people live. If I were to be reborn, I wish to be born here,' he said, calling the agency a 'miracle of God.' The TDP supremo also inspected stalls set up at the public meeting venue. He inquired about the status of homestay projects in tribal areas and directed officials to ensure homestays provide a healthy environment that allows visitors to enjoy nature. The CM unveiled the logo related to tribal products and sought information on their sales performance. He instructed that tribal products be given opportunities for international marketing. Recalling that former Chief Minister N T Rama Rao was the first to prioritise tribal area development, Naidu said state progress is possible only if tribal communities grow and prosper equally. During the World Tribal Day celebrations, Naidu tasted fresh Araku coffee at a stall and said, 'Nothing beats a cup of fresh Araku coffee, enjoyed where it's grown, in nature's heart, where tribal communities' efforts bring this unique brew to life,' in a post on 'X'. Earlier, Naidu extended "World Tribal Day greetings" on 'X', and said the TDP-led government was working towards developing tribal and plains regions on an equal footing. Besides highlighting development and welfare activities executed in tribal areas over the past year, Naidu said he would discuss future projects with tribals and announce decisions soon. He further reiterated that the coalition government is "committed to the steady development of tribal communities." This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
9 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
CM Naidu stakes priority on tribal welfare, development in Andhra
Last Updated: Amaravati, Aug 9 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday said tribal welfare and the development of tribal areas remain top priorities of his government. Speaking at Lagishapalli in Alluri Seetharama Raju district during World Tribal Day celebrations, Naidu laid foundation stones for several projects and inaugurated development initiatives aimed at improving facilities in Integrated Tribal Development Agency (ITDA) areas. 'Our goal is the welfare of tribals and the development of their areas. We have given special attention by appointing IAS officers in ITDAs," Naidu said, addressing the gathering. He added that IAS officers have been posted in seven ITDAs to ensure efficient administration and emphasised that tribals can achieve miracles if given proper opportunities and support. Naidu highlighted tourism and food processing as priority sectors and said funds are being released for school buildings and medical facilities. He stressed that creating awareness among tribals is essential for sustained progress, while safeguarding their rights is crucial to improving their lives. 'In the agency areas, clean hills and kind-hearted people live. If I were to be reborn, I wish to be born here," he said, calling the agency a 'miracle of God." The TDP supremo also inspected stalls set up at the public meeting venue. He inquired about the status of homestay projects in tribal areas and directed officials to ensure homestays provide a healthy environment that allows visitors to enjoy nature. The CM unveiled the logo related to tribal products and sought information on their sales performance. He instructed that tribal products be given opportunities for international marketing. Recalling that former Chief Minister N T Rama Rao was the first to prioritise tribal area development, Naidu said state progress is possible only if tribal communities grow and prosper equally. During the World Tribal Day celebrations, Naidu tasted fresh Araku coffee at a stall and said, 'Nothing beats a cup of fresh Araku coffee, enjoyed where it's grown, in nature's heart, where tribal communities' efforts bring this unique brew to life," in a post on 'X'. Earlier, Naidu extended 'World Tribal Day greetings" on 'X', and said the TDP-led government was working towards developing tribal and plains regions on an equal footing. Besides highlighting development and welfare activities executed in tribal areas over the past year, Naidu said he would discuss future projects with tribals and announce decisions soon. He further reiterated that the coalition government is 'committed to the steady development of tribal communities." PTI MS STH SSK ROH view comments First Published: August 09, 2025, 18:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
New EU rule may stir up trouble for Araku coffee exports
Araku Valley (Andhra Pradesh): A delay in geomapping farms of tribal growers cultivating Andhra Pradesh's celebrated Araku coffee could disrupt exports to Europe. That's because of a new law — European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) — that comes into force by the end of the year, which mandates traceability to the last mile. Only micro and small importers of Europe have an extended deadline — until June 30, 2026 — to comply. As coffee is a non-perishable item, European buyers, who at times procure beans in bulk for the entire year, have already begun insisting on EUDR-compliant shipments, ET has learnt. 'The clock is ticking,' warns an Indian exporter who sources beans from the hilly region — encompassing Paderu, Chintapalli, Minimuluru et al — collectively known as Araku Valley coffee, famed for its naturally grown, premium Arabica variety. 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Europe is India's largest coffee market, with Italy, Germany and Belgium emerging as the top three importers in FY25. According to the Coffee Board of India, nearly 150,000 farmers cultivate the Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged Araku coffee, with each typically holding just one to two acres of land. 'Mapping coffee plantations through the India Coffee app is part of a nationwide exercise across all coffee-growing regions,' says HR Muralidhara, deputy director of the Coffee Board, based in Paderu, the biggest town in the coffee-growing region of Andhra Pradesh. 'Geolocation of farmers is essential for compliance with the EUDR norms, and we have only recently initiated the process among tribal growers in Araku.' However, he declined to comment on allegations that the board is facing a shortage of field staff in the remote hilly region to raise awareness and complete the geotagging exercise before the deadline. Unlike in Araku — where a single GPS coordinate per plot suffices for EUDR compliance due to the small landholdings, all invariably under four acres — larger estates in Karnataka's Kodagu (Coorg) and Chikkamagaluru require detailed polygon mapping. 'We have already completed polygon mapping for our member estates in Coorg and have shipped two consignments of coffee that meet EUDR standards,' says Vishwanath KK, CEO, Kodagu-based Biota Coorg Farmer Producer Company. He emphasises the urgency of scaling up geotagging efforts nationwide: 'Geolocation data must be collected in mission mode across India to ensure our coffee remains eligible for export under EU regulations from day one.' Although the EUDR imposes penalties solely on European importers, Vishwanath notes, 'No importer will risk buying from an Indian exporter if the shipment — whether coffee or the six other regulated commodities like cocoa, rubber — fails to comply with the rules.' For now, European buyers are accepting consignments if convinced the stock will be exhausted before the regulation comes into effect, he adds. 'But the pressure to demonstrate compliance — that the product is not linked to deforestation— will only grow stronger in the coming months.' In Chumpi, a village nestled in the Araku Valley, coffee farmer Khogesh Rao says local buyers often come directly to their homes to purchase freshly harvested coffee fruits, which are then processed and passed on to larger buyers based in cities. 'Some of us have small pulping machines. If the coffee is washed, it fetches a better price,' he explains, also adding that no one in his village has undertaken any geolocation exercise. 'We're working to reduce the role of middlemen by encouraging Araku farmers to engage directly with companies and even invest in small-scale curing units of their own,' says Kalpana Kumari, managing director of Girijan Cooperative Corporation, a state-run body that procures coffee and minor forest produce from tribal farmers. 'Tata Coffee, Continental Coffee, Third Wave — so many multinational enterprises are sourcing and exporting Araku coffee now,' she adds.
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Time of India
Home stays in Araku to showcase tribal culture and cusine
Visakhapatnam: The Alluri Sitarama Raju (ASR) district administration is planning to establish home stays in Araku Valley and other tourist places, providing a homely atmosphere for tourists. The authorities are preparing action plans to set up hme says in tribal villages close to tourist will receive financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh for newly constructed home stays and Rs 3 lakh for developing old houses into home stays. The authorities will also provide training on tribal cuisine preparation to home stay district authorities will strictly implement the plastic ban in tourist areas, with panchayat officials collecting fines for the use and sale of collector AS Dinesh Kumar instructed officials to complete the construction of home stays quickly and make them operational by September, before the beginning of the tourist season. He also suggested setting up an Araku coffee experience for tourists at Kothavalasa H&TC and Madagada Sunrise Point in Araku Valley Collector emphasized the need to establish a tribal tourism council and mobilize a tribal development fund. He also mentioned the need for designing an art centre. Through a video conference, the collector discussed and instructed Tahsildars, MPDOs, and officials from the tourism and forest departments about the establishment of home stays for tourists in tribal areas.
Hans India
03-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Experts highlight tariff policies affecting global supply chains
Visakhapatnam: 'Tariff on the table' event was hosted for MBA students specialising in International Business here on Friday, involving experts and students. The discussions at the event focused on how tariff policies can affect global supply chains, shift in international alliances, impact on consumer welfare and inflation. Broader global concerns such as trade imbalances, labour laws, environmental sustainability and access to emerging technologies also formed a part of the discussions. Aimed to provide students with real-world insights into the implications of global tariffs and their cascading effects on international trade, global economies, and business strategies, the event highlighted high-energy simulation of international trade negotiations. Organised by the Department of International Business, GITAM School of Business, the event saw students, representing business delegations from major global economies such as the United States, China, and Vietnam, engaged in mock trade talks. Adding real-world depth to the academic simulation, the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation (ECGC) official Asit Kumar Prusty briefed about managing export risks. Elite Logistics CEO Ravi Shankar who chaired the expert panel, highlighted the vast potential for the export-led growth in India, in Andhra Pradesh in particular. He spoke about AP's strength in key export sectors. School of Business in-charge director K Lubza Nihar gave an overview of the academic programmes and initiatives offered by the school. The event coordinator Radha Raghurama Patruni presented insights into the traditional export potential of Andhra Pradesh. She emphasised products such as Etikoppaka toys, Pochampalli sarees, and Araku coffee, all of which possess rich heritage and strong global appeal.
