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Hans India
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Coalition govt committed to resolving public issues
Puttaparthi: MLA Palle Sindhura Reddy emphasized that reshaping the development of Puttaparthi constituency is her top priority She participated in the 'Intintiki Kootami' programme at Rayalavaripalli in the constituency on Monday. Sindhura Reddy interacted with locals, and listened to their grievances with great patience. Expressing satisfaction with Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's governance, locals lauded the coalition government's commitment to solving public issues. Sindhura Reddy emphasised that reshaping the development of Puttaparthi constituency was her top priority. She stated that the birth centenary celebrations of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba will bring a new identity to the Puttaparthi municipality. Among the works launched in the constituency were: A new concrete road was laid at a cost of Rs 10 lakh in Ward 5 of the municipality, A new borewell worth Rs 3 lakh was initiated to address the long-standing drinking water issue in Ward 5. Road Infrastructure: A sum of Rs 88 lakh was sanctioned for the construction of the Puttaparthi Best Gate Road. An amount of Rs 75 lakh has been allocated for internal road developments across the municipality. A sum of Rs 10 lakh was sanctioned for installation of streetlights in various colonies. MLA Sindhura Reddy mentioned that she had made a special request to Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu for adequate funding from the State government for Baba's centenary events. A committee with Ministers and district officials has been formed to oversee the arrangements and ensure swift execution of developmental works including road repairs, beautification of the town, drinking water, power supply and sanitation. Additionally, Rs 1.20 crore under CSR funds from Joy Alukkas has been approved for the development of PUDA parks. The MLA appealed to devotees of Bhagawan Baba and residents who wish for the development of Puttaparthi to participate and contribute their share in the progress. The MLA also instructed municipal officials and the commissioner to expedite the construction of the West Gate road and ensure quality power supply through a newly-sanctioned power substation, subject to land allocation from Sri Sathya Sai Trust. MLA Sindhura Reddy and Dr. Palle Raghunatha Reddy also visited families of ailing TDP workers and extended financial support. The event witnessed participation from a wide range of public representatives and party leaders including: Municipal Chairman Obulesu, Municipal Commissioner Kranti Kumar, Engineer Narasimhulu, senior TDP leader Boy Ram Anjaneyulu, youth leaders Rama Rao, Lakshmipathi, Gangadhar Naidu, former MPP Sriram Reddy, leaders Samakoti Adinarayana, Obulesu, Besta Chalapathi, PC Ganganna, Jayaprakash, Pullappa, Suresh Chowdary, Murali, Krishna Prasad, Rammohan Chowdary and several workers and leaders from coalition parties.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Union government okays coastal highway linking Mulapeta Port to Bheemili
Visakhapatnam:The Central Government has reportedly granted in-principle approval for a 200-kilometre greenfield Coastal National Highway that will connect the three undivided North Coastal districts of Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, and Srikakulam. This ambitious highway project aims to link Mulapeta Port in Santabommali Mandal (Srikakulam district) with the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport in Vizianagaram district and Bheemili in Visakhapatnam district. The proposed highway will play a significant role in connecting strategic infrastructure assets across these three coastal districts. Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu recently requested Union minister Nitin Gadkari to approve the project, following which Gadkari reportedly gave his in-principle nod. The six-lane highway is expected to be environmentally sustainable and promote faster, more efficient travel. It is intended to enhance connectivity from rural areas to urban centres and other coastal regions. Civil aviation minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu has shown strong interest in the project, viewing it as a catalyst for industrial development, aquaculture, tourism, and logistics. The highway is expected to improve export logistics by linking Mulapeta Port with the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Previously, an American company, ExxonMobil, expressed interest in setting up a facility in the Mulapeta Port area. The company plans to establish a greenfield polyethylene industry on 1,250 acres, with an estimated investment of ₹83,500 crores. Just last week, company representatives, along with officials led by an RDO-rank officer, surveyed the proposed site. RDO Krishna Murthy briefed them on the facilities available at the port and emphasised the importance of rail and road connectivity already in place. According to sources, the detailed project report (DPR) for the highway will be prepared soon. Once the DPR is finalised, the Andhra Pradesh state government will initiate land acquisition for the 200-km stretch. A senior official stated that the highway would bring substantial socio-economic benefits, especially for communities dependent on marine resources and the hospitality industry. While the state government is prepared to start the land acquisition process, officials noted that they have not yet received formal directives for the project. The authorities will conduct assessments for the required forest, coastal, and agricultural lands along the full length of the proposed highway.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
14-Samdani-CM-FIber-Net-Revival
Vijayawada: Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu directed officials to take swift action to restore and revitalize the AP Fiber Net project. He charged that the previous government had completely derailed the AP Fiber Net project, a visionary initiative launched between 2014 and 2019. Reviewing the progress of AP Fibernet activities here on Monday, the chief minister asked the officials to assess the challenges, financial constraints, necessary corrective steps, and new policy directions. He said that the system, designed to benefit the public, students, and government departments, was exploited for political purposes by the previous govt. He pointed out that while there were 8.70 lakh connections before 2019, was dropped to 4.50 lakh during the YSRCP regime. "We managed the organization effectively with just 130 employees and provided over 8 lakh connections. But the YSRCP government created unauthorized posts to accommodate its party workers, expanding the workforce from 130 to 1,350 and misusing public funds. This was a new form of corruption where party affiliates were placed in government roles and used for political work. The fiber network was no exception. Those responsible must be held accountable. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Providers are furious: Internet access without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo A thorough investigation should be conducted into those appointments, and full transparency must be ensured," directed chief minister. He, however, said that steps must be taken to rectify past mistakes and ensure a better future. He instructed that the current 4,53,525 connections be increased to at least 8–10 lakh. The chief minister approved the integration of AP Fiber Net with the BharatNet (Amended BharatNet Programme – ABP). Under this scheme, the Centre will allocate Rs. 1,900 crore to AP Fiber Net from 2025 to 2035. He also approved the transition of fiber networks in 1692 gram panchayats across Chittoor and Visakhapatnam districts from linear to ring architecture. Additionally, 480 new gram panchayats will be connected using the ring model. The Centre will provide Rs. 430 crore for this phase. GFX *A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), jointly managed by the Central and State Governments, to oversee these projects should be created: CM *The selection process for set-top box suppliers be completed immediately and that a revenue-sharing model be developed with Local Cable Operators (LCOs) using new set-top boxes: CM *Reintroduce services like virtual classrooms *Andhra Pradesh currently leads the nation in village panchayat connectivity. *Fiber net services have been extended to 12,946 panchayats so far. *The government aims to expand the network to a total of two lakh km. *Andhra Pradesh leads all Indian states in fiber optic network coverage with 78355km, followed by Maharashtra (50,481 km), Tamil Nadu (49,616 km), Gujarat (35,246 km), and Telangana (29,143 km).
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Swachhata' awards to be introduced in Andhra Pradesh
Vijayawada: Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu has directed that 'Swachhata' awards be introduced in the state, similar to the Swachh Bharat awards, to promote cleanliness. He emphasized the need for a robust action plan to foster healthy competition among local bodies to achieve the goals of Swachh Andhra-Swarna Andhra. He asked that an independent agency should conduct evaluations in different local bodies. Naidu reviewed the Swachh Andhra-Swarna Andhra programme with minister Narayana and officials on Monday. He suggested organizing special programmes on July 21 in the corporations of Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur, Tirupati, and Rajamahendravaram, which won Swachh Bharat awards. The chief minister directed that Swachh Andhra - Swarna Andhra programmes be conducted theme-wise and instructed measures to reduce the use of single-use plastics in municipalities. He emphasized producing cloth bags through self-help groups. He also directed the formulation of a plan to make government offices plastic-free. The chief minister directed officials to ready a blueprint to achieve a waste-free state through a circular economy. He suggested providing incentives to industries supporting the initiative. Officials informed the CM that circular economy clusters are planned in Tirupati, Anakapalli, Kurnool, Anantapur, Satya Sai, and Godavari districts. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dementia Has Been Linked To a Common Habit. Do You Do It? Memory Health Learn More Undo The chief minister noted that the centre has identified 11 sectors favorable for a circular economy and suggested adding more sectors. He directed officials to assess how many units can be integrated into the circular economy and stated that providing incentives systematically would attract investments to the state. He highlighted that a model project is currently being implemented in Kuppam municipality for waste-free management and instructed officials to study the project. He also issued orders to swiftly clear 10 lakh metric tonnes of accumulated waste from the previous govt's tenure within a stipulated timeframe. With 600 metric tonnes of aqua waste generated daily, CM instructed measures to integrate related units into the circular economy. Swachh Andhra Corporation chairman Kommareddy Pattabhiram, Pollution Control Board chairman Krishnaiah, and senior officials from various departments.
The Print
a day ago
- Business
- The Print
Sriharikota, start-ups to space cities: Naidu govt aims for the cosmos with ambitious space policy
The policy, which leverages Sriharikota's strategic location on Andhra Pradesh's southern coast, aims to attract investments worth Rs 25,000 crore in the sector over the next 10 years, and create 5,000 direct and 30,000 indirect jobs in high-technology, space-linked sectors. The Chandrababu Naidu government's Andhra Pradesh Space Policy (4.0), unveiled Sunday, seeks to build on the country's progress and plans in satellite constellation, next-generation technology missions, planetary and interplanetary exploration, and human spaceflight and space station development. Hyderabad: Andhra Pradesh, home to India's only operational spaceport at Sriharikota, has unveiled an ambitious space policy aimed at attracting massive investment and creating thousands of jobs in the state. The five-year policy's strategic goals include the establishment of an enabling eco-system by developing indigenous research and testing infrastructure to reduce dependency on external agencies, and fostering international collaborations and partnerships in critical space technologies, satellite applications and launch logistics. The policy outlines plans to build an enabling ecosystem by developing indigenous research and testing infrastructure to reduce reliance on external agencies, while promoting international collaboration in critical areas, such as space technology, satellite applications, and launch logistics. For the purpose, the government is planning two dedicated Space Cities at Lepakshi (close to Bengaluru), and Tirupati (close to Sriharikota), to make them hubs for space tech, R&D and manufacturing. To implement the policy, the state government will establish a dedicated Special Purpose Vehicle called Andhra Pradesh Space City Corporation, according to government orders issued Sunday. 'The corporation serves as the central agency to coordinate infrastructure development, raise startup funds, attract investments, facilitate industry partnerships, build partnerships to attract global demand and liaise with all Government of India entities for domestic demand. It will also facilitate investors to ensure streamlined execution of space-related projects,' N. Yuvaraj, the industries and commerce department secretary, said while issuing the policy. Operating under the Department of Space, the three key organisations responsible for research, regulatory functions and commercial operations in the space sector are the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center) and the NewSpace India Limited (NSIL). Also Read: What's next as ISRO pulls off short-duration 'hot tests' for Gaganyaan module propulsion system Financial incentives The policy offers several incentives to encourage start-ups and attract investors in the fast-expanding sector. Start-ups could get a grant of up to Rs 15 lakh in a phased manner, an interest subsidy and seed funding with equity of up to Rs 50 lakh, based on an equity sharing model. Large enterprises are eligible for 15 percent of the eligible fixed capital investment with a maximum cap of Rs 75 crore, disbursed over three years. Enterprises successfully entering technology transfer agreements with national or international organisations are eligible for a technology transfer subsidy and can receive 50 percent of the technology acquisition cost, up to a maximum of Rs 1 crore. The state is offering other incentives, such as rebate on land cost, net SGST reimbursement payable on the sale of final products for five years, a de-carbonisation subsidy and stamp duty reimbursement. However, the overall incentive claim should not exceed 100 percent of the fixed capital investment in the state. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) can also claim these benefits, along with power subsidies, skill development assistance, branding and marketing support, although the the overall incentive claim cannot exceed 75 percent of the fixed capital investment. Geographical advantage Officials say Andhra Pradesh has a geographical advantage in the national space ecosystem, being home to the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota—India's only operational launch site. With over 90 successful launches to date, the facility anchors the state's strategic relevance in the country's space programme. 'The development of a third launch pad at Sriharikota further reinforces Andhra Pradesh's role in supporting future strategic, commercial, and crewed space missions. Additionally, the State's proximity to key aerospace hubs such as Bengaluru and Chennai offers significant logistical and technical advantages for component sourcing, talent access, and cross-sector collaboration,' the policy says. The Lepakshi Space City in Sri Satya Sai District (along the Hyderabad-Bengaluru Industrial Corridor) would be situated close to Bengaluru, home to the Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) R&D hub and prominent aerospace clusters. The Tirupati Space City could boast of direct road access to the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) launch pad, facilitating efficient launch operations. 'Both locations have vast land banks available, providing ample scope for development and growth,' the policy says. Recognising the need to target distinct sub-sectors within the space industry, the policy is categorised into two broad areas. The first focuses on design and development, including spacecraft and payload design, avionics and embedded systems, space applications and downstream services. The second covers manufacturing and launch logistics, such as the production and assembly of launch vehicles, propulsion systems, satellites, mechanical and precision components and support infrastructure. India's space sector accounts for about two percent ($8-$10 billion) of the global space economy valued at over $500 billion. The policy notes that the Centre has set an ambitious target to raise this share to $44 billion by 2030. The domestic space ecosystem comprises more than 700 firms supporting ISRO missions, in addition to over 200-250 space-focused startups that contribute to a vibrant and rapidly evolving innovation landscape. The Indian Space Policy 2023 marks a pivotal shift by liberalising access to space technologies and infrastructure, while permitting 100 percent Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) under the automatic route for satellite component manufacturing and related services. (Edited by Sugita Katyal) Also Read: Elon's Starlink gets nod from India's space regulator but data privacy, space debris concerns abound
