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Hans India
15 hours ago
- Business
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Grandeur marks consecration ceremony of Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple
Banaganapalle: Minister for Roads and Buildings B C Janardhan Reddy and Minister for Endowments Anam Ramanarayana Reddy visited Kolimigundla in Banaganapalle constituency on Wednesday to participate in the consecration ceremony of the renovated Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple. The Ministers were welcomed with temple honours by priests and temple authorities on their arrival. The renovation of the ancient temple was undertaken by Ramco Cements under the leadership of Chairman P R Venkatarama Raja, with a financial outlay of Rs 7.5 crore. The works were recently completed, and the 'Kumbhabhishekam' and 'Maha Samprokshanam' rituals were performed as part of the re-consecration ceremony. Both Ministers, along with B C Indiramma, participated in the religious proceedings and offered special prayers. Priests presented them with white ceremonial garments and bestowed Vedic blessings. Addressing the gathering, Minister B C Janardhan Reddy described the restoration of Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple as a significant and auspicious development for the region. He extended special appreciation to Ramco Cements and its chairman for their initiative and support in preserving the cultural and spiritual heritage of the area. The Minister further announced that efforts were on to bring another Ramco Cement unit to the Banaganapalle constituency, which would enhance employment and economic opportunities for the local youth. The event was attended by local political leaders, workers of the ruling coalition, devotees, and residents of the constituency who gathered in large numbers to witness the occasion.
Hans India
7 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
AP on track to become an aviation hub: Janardhan Reddy
Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh is poised to become a significant aviation hub, according to B C Janardhan Reddy, minister for investments, infrastructure, roads and buildings. He highlighted the state's conducive investment climate, which is attracting substantial national and international aviation investments. The minister met industrialists and investors at the AP secretariat on Thursday. Three major aviation firms expressed interest in investing in the state: Skybird Aviation Pvt. Ltd. plans a Rs 600 crore investment for a Full Flight Simulation Centre; FTO and Heli Taxi Services proposed Rs 210 crore for flying training and helicopter taxi services; and Felix Aviation Academy intends to establish a Flying Training Organisation (FTO). These companies have submitted concept notes and strategies, and the minister assured swift clearances upon formal proposals. Janardhan Reddy also noted that various aviation and EVTOL (Electric Vertical Take-off and Landing) firms, including EPlane Company, BLUJ Aviation, Magnum Wings, Sarla Aviation, Golden Epaulettes Aviation Pvt. Ltd., and Haribon Aeronautics Pvt. Ltd., have shown strong interest and held meetings to discuss their plans. The minister emphasised that improved infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh is attracting trusted, long-term investments, which will significantly boost local employment. He stated that the government is prioritizing the development of roads, ports, railways, and airports as part of its industrial strategy. Reddy also remarked that the current administration is rebuilding investor confidence, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a reliable long-term investment destination after the previous government's impact on the state's brand image.
Hans India
20-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Collective efforts needed to ban plastic usage: Minister
Banaganapalle (Nandyal district): In a major step towards achieving a cleaner and greener Andhra Pradesh, Swarnandhra-Swachh Andhra (SASA) campaign was held at Kovelakuntla village on Saturday. Minister for Roads & Buildings, Infrastructure, and Investments BC Janardhan Reddy participated in the campaign. He led a rally from Kovelakuntla bus stand circle, accompanied by students, teachers and officials from various departments, forming a human chain to raise awareness about the harmful effects of plastic usage and the benefits of tree plantation. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Reddy emphasised that the government, under the leadership of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, was organizing Swachh Divas on the third Saturday of every month with the vision of achieving a 'Swarnandhra by 2047.' He informed that the theme for July is, 'Ending plastic pollution – avoid non-essential plastics and related pollution.' Awareness campaigns were being conducted across the State as part of this initiative. He urged that this movement should begin at the grassroots level to make it truly successful. Highlighting the health hazards of plastic pollution, including the rising cases of cancer due to plastic consumption by cattle and humans alike, the Minister stressed the need for collective efforts to eliminate plastic from homes, villages and towns. He also announced that the Kovelakuntla gram panchayat would pass a resolution against plastic use, giving shopkeepers one month to switch to alternatives like paper plates, cotton bags and reusable utensils. Minister Reddy proudly shared the success of his wife BC Indiramma's efforts in transforming nearly 80% of Banaganapalle into a plastic-free zone and called upon Kovelakuntla to emulate the same model. He appealed to teachers to educate students daily on plastic hazards and encouraged students to influence their families. 'A plastic-free Kovelakuntla is possible only with your cooperation,' he said, urging everyone to segregate waste at home and maintain cleanliness to ensure a healthy, oxygen-rich environment.
Hans India
19-07-2025
- Science
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One-day space edu camp held at Govt Girls High School
Banaganapalle: Ina landmark initiative, the first-ever 'One Day Space Education Camp' in Andhra Pradesh was inaugurated at the Government Girls High School in Banaganapalle constituency on Friday. The camp is being organised under the guidance of Roads and Buildings, Infrastructure and Investments Minister B C Janardhan Reddy, aligning with the vision of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Education Minister Nara Lokesh to promote innovative learning experiences for students in government schools. AP Science City CEO Kesineni Venkateswarlu formally inaugurated the programme, which aims to provide rural students with a comprehensive introduction to space science. As part of the initiative, students were given hands-on exposure to space-related equipment, including the assembly and dismantling of model rockets. Practical demonstrations on drone technology and its use in modern defense applications were also conducted. In a captivating session, students interacted with a model rover to understand its role in missions like Chandrayaan. Using augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) tools, the students were virtually shown how Chandrayaan made its lunar landing, making space science both immersive and accessible. The event witnessed participation from representatives of Muskan company, Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan officials, Deputy DEO of Dornala, headmasters, and teachers from across the Banaganapalle mandal. The camp was praised by educators and students alike, who extended their heartfelt thanks to Minister B C Janardhan Reddy for facilitating such a pioneering educational experience in their constituency. Many locals expressed pride in being represented by a visionary leader who prioritises science and technology education for the youth. CEO Kesineni Venkateswarlu further revealed that the Andhra Pradesh Science City (SCAP) has launched this Statewide programme with the aim of creating scientific awareness and nurturing technological aspirations among government school students. As part of the first phase, the Space Education camps will be held across 10 selected districts from July 18 to August 6.
Hans India
19-07-2025
- Politics
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TDP is always committed to irrigating Seema, asserts minister
Banakacharla (Nandyal distrtict):Roadsand buildings, infrastructure minister B C Janardhan Reddy released Krishna river waters from the Banakacharla Complex into the Srisailam Right Branch Canal (SRBC), as part of efforts to channel water to the Gorukallu reservoir. Speaking at a public meeting following the event on Friday, Janardhan Reddy, joined by MLAs Budda Rajasekhar Reddy and Gitta Jayasurya, expressed optimism over the seasonal rains aiding water availability and emphasised the state government's commitment to sustainable irrigation. The minister praised the TDP's legacy, noting that from the era of NT Rama Rao to current leader N Chandrababu Naidu, the TDP has consistently initiated and completed local irrigation projects that directly benefit farmers. Highlighting the Gorukallu reservoir, he stated that while successive governments had failed to complete it, the project was revived and strengthened during the TDP regime (2014–2019) with over Rs 300 crore in investments. Initially designed for 6 tmc ft water, the reservoir's capacity was expanded to 12 tmf ft under TDP's leadership, an extraordinary achievement, he remarked. Reddy explained the strategic use of Krishna waters for irrigation in Kadapa and Chittoor districts via the SRBC canal, and reiterated the importance of utilising surplus waters by channeling them to the Avuku reservoir through the Galeru-Nagari system, eventually reaching Pulivendula. Janardhan Reddy said that their government is driven by genuine concern for Rayalaseema farmers, unlike the previous regime which ignored critical works and diverted attention from projects like the Galeru-Nagari Sujala Sravanthi. He further noted that despite having seven YSRCP MLAs in Nandyal Parliament constituency during the previous government, none of them secured funds for canal expansion works. In contrast, the current government has swiftly mobilised Rs 2.35 crore for urgent repairs to the Gorukallu reservoir and sanctioned Rs 22 crore for canal maintenance, executed directly by the department, not via contractors. He called upon officials and water user association leaders to ensure efficient use of water during both rabi and kharif seasons, urging a collective responsibility to preserve every drop and deliver irrigation to the last acre of farmland.
