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Hans India
12-08-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Healthcare priority despite financial constraints
Kondapi: Social Welfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy stated that Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu prioritises public health despite the state government's financial difficulties. On Monday, the minister distributed Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) cheques worth Rs 27.73 lakh to 36 beneficiaries at his camp office in Turpu Nayudupalem. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Swamy acknowledged that repaying debts incurred by the previous government creates financial strain, yet the current administration remains committed to assisting citizens with medical expenses. He revealed that Rs 4.67 crore have been provided as financial assistance in Kondapi constituency since the government took office. The minister highlighted ongoing healthcare sector strengthening initiatives, including staff recruitment in government hospitals and facility improvements. He mentioned that STEMI (ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction) procedures are saving lives even in remote areas during cardiac emergencies, and efforts are underway to increase deliveries in government hospitals. The minister announced that the government aims to transform the state into 'Healthy Andhra Pradesh' through dedicated efforts, including plans for digitizing every citizen's health records with support from the Bill Gates Foundation.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Govt aims to make yoga a way of life for people: CM
Visakhapatnam: Chief minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday announced that the state govt will soon introduce the 'Visakhapatnam Declaration', which would encompass all activities related to yoga and aims to make yoga a way of life for people. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Emphasising that yoga, naturopathy, and ayurveda are ancient treasures of India, he recalled that during the tenure of TDP founder NTR in 1987, the govt introduced the Yoga Dhyana Parishad Act, which brought yoga from private ashrams into formal education system. "We will think logically about how to progress. The state is spending 18,000 crore on health, with around 5,000 crore allocated under NTR Arogya Sri program," he stated. Visakhapatnam Declaration will focus on research, introduction of yoga in schools, promote routine physical activity among the public, and explore the economic benefits of wellness, he said, adding that it is expected to be released within a month or two. As part of the Declaration, the govt will publish a coffee table book for inspiration and create a promotional video to showcase yoga on national and international platforms. "The state govt is already collaborating with the Bill Gates Foundation to establish digital health records through artificial intelligence. This initiative will combine technology and knowledge for preventive health, real-time monitoring, and curative solutions, while focusing on cost-effectiveness," Naidu said. After reviewing the outcomes of the Yoga event, CM Naidu noted that Yogandhra was a resounding success, showcasing the enthusiasm of the people and the blessings of nature. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He praised the efforts of various officials, including Chief Secretary Vijayanand, Special Chief Secretary M.T. Krishna Babu, District Collector Harendira Prasad, and DGP Gupta. He commended their use of technology, effective planning, tracking methodologies, and accountability. Expressing his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for selecting Visakhapatnam to host the 11th edition of event, the CM urged people to adopt yoga as a daily practice, emphasising that a healthy, wealthy, and happy Andhra Pradesh is central to the vision of Swarnandhra 2047. "The state govt is committed to equitable development across all regions. Major industries, including Google, TCS, and Cognizant are starting operations in Visakhapatnam. The govt plans to create an economic corridor encompassing Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, and East Godavari districts, which aims to surpass even Mumbai. Additionally, another corridor centred around Tirupati will form the Rayalaseema economic corridor, along with another one based in Amaravati. I am committed to create 20 lakh jobs, not only in DSC but across all depts. We are moving in that direction," he asserted. Noting that responsibility is more important than the methods used to achieve goals, he said power will not guarantee recognition. "What matters is the work you do. Involvement in negative activities will yield negative results. My perspective was always different. Since 1995, I envisioned paths that many did not believe in," he added.
Hans India
20-06-2025
- Health
- Hans India
PM to grace Int'l Yoga Day fete at Vizag
Vijayawada: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who had played a key role in globalizing interest in yoga by getting the United Nations to declare June 21 as International Day of Yoga, will participate in the celebrations to be held on Saturday in Visakhapatnam in which five lakh people are expected to take part. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu declared this while speaking to media persons here on Thursday. The Chief Minister said that yoga practice should become a part of daily life. Everyone should practice yoga as it would help prevent diseases. He said that there was tremendous response to the one-month yoga practice campaign in the state, with 2.39 crore people registering, against the target of 2 crore people. The Chief Minister said that arrangements had been made at Visakhapatnam to celebrate the International Day of Yoga in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate. He said that 3.9 lakh yoga seats had been arranged right from RK beach to Bhogapuram. He said the event would help set a world record meriting entry in Guinness World Records. Besides,there would be live coverage of the event. The Chief Minister said yoga would be practiced simultaneously at 1.30 lakh places in the state and at eight lakh places across the country. He said five lakh yoga mats and five lakh Yoga T shifts would be distributed among those who attend the International Day of Yoga celebrations at Vizag. He said transport arrangements had been made for people and Wi-Fi would be available at 326 places at the venue in Visakhapatnam. The Chief Minister said that the state government would introduce yoga practice for students right from 9th class. Stating that Yoga practice was the best alternative for preventing health issues, he said that, with the help of Bill Gates Foundation, it will be observed in AP as a proof of concept. Simultaneously, a non-profit organisation would be set up to take yoga practice everywhere in the state to improve health of people. The Chief Minister said K Muralidhar of AP had launched a start-up and come up with 'Yogiy-a', smart yoga app based on artificial intelligence. Muralidhar, explaining its features, said that sensor-fitted mat would be connected via blue tooth so that the smart app and mat can together help teach people to practice yoga in the correct manner.
Hans India
17-06-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Visakhapatnam Declaration to be announced on June 21
Visakhapatnam: In order to strengthen yoga practice among future generations and make it a way of life, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said that a 'Visakhapatnam' declaration will be announced on the 'International Yoga Day' (IYD) on June 21. Recommending that yoga needs to be promoted in a big way at a media conference held in Visakhapatnam on Monday, the Chief Minister said that assessment will be made to analyse what needs to be done to take yoga to the next level. 'In line with it, suggstions will be sought from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to work on an action plan to derive desired results with the coordination of the Central government. With the consent of Prime Minister Narendra Modi a 'Visakhapatnam declaration' will be announced,' the Chief Minister told The Hans India, responding to a query. Expressing confidence that the mega IYD event is likely to get into Guinness World Records, the Chief Minister stated that the event is also expected to create 22 records. 'In AP, 25 lakh participants will also get certificates from the AP government for their three-day participation in the celebrations. Through QR code, those taking part in the IYD event on June 21 will receive certificates from Guinness World Records,' Naidu said, terming it as a wonderful opportunity for the participants. Naidu exhorted all sections of people to take part in the event and make it a household celebration. The next four days are considered as crucial to make the event a grand success, Naidu underlined. Defining yoga as heritage wealth, Naidu said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi revived it and it is the responsibility of every individual to take it to the future generations. Along with protection of health, the Chief Minister advocated that yoga aids in enhancing productivity. He urged the people to allot 30 minutes in the 24 hours of a day for yoga to stay healthy and adopt yoga as a way of life to make the State 'healthy Andhra Pradesh'. Naidu stated that the month-long Yogandhra aims to reach out to large sections of communities and there are plans to campaign for yoga even after the IYD event. Focusing on protection of health and real-time monitoring, Naidu said the AP government was collaborating with Bill Gates Foundation to moot a pilot project in the State. 'With knowledge and technology from the Foundation, it will be implemented in the State. After deriving results, the project will be expanded in other parts of the country and world. A proof of concept was initiated in Kuppam. In six months, the project will be rolled out in Chittoor and it will be scaled up for the rest of the State in two years,' the Chief Minister assured.
United News of India
16-06-2025
- Health
- United News of India
AP: Five lakh people to practice Yoga on IYD in Visakhapatnam; PM to participate
Visakhapatnam, June 16 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has said that over five lakh people will practice Yoga on International Yoga Day June 21 in Visakhapatnam in a programme in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate. The international Yoga programme will be organised at RK beach in Visakhapatnam. The Chief Minister reviewed the arrangements for the International Yoga Day celebrations at RK Beach, here on Monday accompanied by officials. Later, talking to the media, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu stated that all arrangements are in place for the International Yoga Day celebrations to be held on June 21 at RK Beach, Visakhapatnam. He noted that Visakhapatnam is set to host this grand event, with five lakh people performing yoga together at a single location. He said that he had inspected the arrangements at the main stage being prepared for Prime Minister Narendra Modi on RK Beach Road and given several suggestions to the officials. He also visited the Andhra University College Ground to assess preparations there. A review meeting was later held at Novotel with officials, alliance public representatives, and leaders, followed by an interaction with the media. 'This is the largest and most significant event I have overseen so far. Yoga will be a game-changer in the health sector. We will announce the Visakhapatnam Yoga Day Declaration, which will detail what the Central and State governments can do,' he announced. 'Prime Minister Narendra Modi identified Visakhapatnam as an ideal venue for the 11th International Yoga Day and expressed confidence in our ability to organise it successfully,' Naidu mentioned. 'We are conducting month-long activities across AP. This is unprecedented. "On June 21st, yoga events will be held at one lakh locations across Andhra Pradesh, with two crore people participating. Already, 2.17 crore people have registered. We will issue certificates to 25 lakh participants. We are attempting a Guinness World Record and we will achieve it,' the Chief Minister acknowledged. "The Bill Gates Foundation has come forward to support the health sector in Andhra Pradesh. A pilot project has begun in Kuppam. In six months, it will expand to Chittoor, and in two years, across the state. I will transform AP into a Healthy Andhra – a healthy, wealthy, and happy state. Negative thinking leads to negative results; pure thoughts lead to pure outcomes,' he noted. UNI DP RN
