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Hans India
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Govt bid to loot temple lands: YSRCP
Guntur: YSRCP senior leader and former MLA Malladi Vishnu vehemently condemned the TDP-led coalition government's move to allocate temple lands without transparent public auctions, as outlined in GO Ms No 139, issued on May 2, this year. In a statement released to media, he described the order, which amends the Andhra Pradesh Charitable and Hindu Religious Institutions and Endowments Immovable Properties and Other Rights Leases and Licenses Rules, 2003, as a 'sinister attempt' to plunder the sacred assets of Andhra Pradesh's temples. He highlighted that the Endowments Department manages 4.67 lakh acres of temple lands, a sacred trust meant to sustain religious institutions. He criticised the TDP government, led by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, for permitting the leasing of these lands to select organisations under the pretext of 'charitable activities' for up to 33 years at nominal rates, bypassing mandatory public auctions. He stressed that this move violates High Court and Supreme Court rulings, which mandate auctions for leasing temple lands and require prior court approval for any transfers.
Hans India
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Nimmala expresses anger over slow pace of works
Kondapalli: Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu expressed severe displeasure over the sluggish progress of the retaining wall construction meant to provide permanent protection against the Budameru floods. The Minister, who has personally inspected the site three times and previously ordered the completion of work before the monsoon season, has now directed officials to issue a notice to the agency responsible for the delays. On Friday, Ramanaidu, accompanied by Water Resources Department Advisor M Venkateswara Rao, Engineer 'N' Chief Narasimhamurthy, and Chief Engineer Sugunakara Rao, inspected the ongoing construction site. He recalled the severe flooding in Vijayawada last year due to the Budameru, highlighting that Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu himself stayed on the bunds for ten days, tirelessly supervising the work to patch up breaches. He noted that officials and local residents had previously brought to his attention that the same area had experienced multiple breaches during past Pulivagu floods. Minister Ramanaidu clarified that tenders were called for a permanent CC wall construction, combining the three previous breach points, with an agreement value of Rs 23 crore and work had commenced as per Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's directives. However, the minister voiced his anger at the agency and officials for the slow pace of work, citing insufficient machinery and personnel. He ordered them to deploy adequate machinery and staff to work in three shifts, day and night, to ensure the timely completion of the project and prevent any inconvenience to the public. He warned them to create a daily work schedule and continuously review the progress, completing the work on a war-footing.
Hans India
11 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
CM Chandrababu Naidu to distribute pensions in Konaseema today
Amaravati: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is scheduled to visit Konaseema district on Saturday. He will participate in the 'Serving the Poor' programme in Cheyyeru, Katrenikona mandal, Mummidivaram constituency. As part of this initiative, he will personally visit beneficiaries' homes to hand over pension amounts. Following this, he will attend a public meeting at the Prajavedika. With Sunday being the 1st day of the month, the government is distributing pensions a day earlier. For June, the government has already released Rs 2,717.90 crore for 63 lakh beneficiaries. In Ambedkar Konaseema district alone, 2,35,860 beneficiaries are set to receive Rs 101.16 crore in pension funds. New 'Spouse Pension' initiative launched: In a significant move, the coalition government has introduced a 'Spouse Pension' system to address delays faced by widows applying for pensions after their spouse's demise. Previously, beneficiaries would have to reapply, potentially losing out on one or two months of pension payments. Under this initiative, 71,000 individuals across the State will receive spouse pensions on June 12. The coalition government has also introduced a facility allowing beneficiaries to collect up to three months of pending pensions at once, a welcome change from the previous system where failing to collect one month's pension would result in forfeiture for the subsequent month. This month, 1,22,975 beneficiaries will receive a combined two months' pension, while 9,176 beneficiaries will receive three months' worth. The government has released Rs 111.41 crore for these combined payouts. The State government is diligently implementing one of India's largest welfare programmes. Approximately 64 lakh people receive pensions across various categories each month, with amounts ranging from Rs 4,000 to Rs 15,000, delivered directly to their homes. In total, the coalition government is expected to spend Rs 34,000 crore on pensions over a 12-month period. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu is personally participating in these pension distribution programmes, providing financial security to the poor.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu picks excise officer Dr Naresh as CEO of Smart Andhra Pradesh Foundation
Dr. Ch Naresh has been appointed CEO of the Smart Andhra Pradesh Foundation (SAPF) to drive Chief Minister Naidu's P-4 initiative, aimed at poverty alleviation. VIJAYAWADA: In a key decision to take the chief minister Chandrababu Naidu's brainchild P-4 initiative ahead, the state govt appointed a young official from excise and prohibition department, Dr Ch Naresh as chief executive officer (CEO) of Smart Andhra Pradesh Foundation (SAPF). Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu himself picked up Naresh from among several dozens of applicants after intense scrutiny by the senior officials. Dr Naresh, an excise and prohibition superintendent rank officer in the excise department, worked in National Health Mission (NHM) in deputation and initiated several pro-poor schemes. The CEO of SAPF will be chiefly responsible in coordinating with the top industrialists and philanthropists in execution of the P4 initiative designed to alleviate poverty in the state. The chief minister has appealed to the industrialists and NRIs to adopt at least four below the poverty line (BPL) families from their native places in the state and handhold them to sustain their finances. In fact, chief minister Naidu is personally speaking with the top industrialists and contractors coming to the state to bring the programme into reality. Already, several top industrialists have expressed their willingness to join hands with the state govt in strengthening the hands of the chief minister in alleviating poverty. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Transform Your Child's Confidence with Our Public Speaking Program Planet Spark Book Now Undo The SAPF would also ready plans to develop smart village, smart wards/divisions in the towns and cities before turning the entire state into Smart Andhra Pradesh. Chief minister Chandrababu Naidu, deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan and a few senior officials including principal finance secretary Peeyush Kumar would be the members of the prestigious SAPF. Former vice-chairman of AP Planning Commission Turlapati Kutumba Rao will act as vice-chairman of the foundation. 'Smart Andhra Pradesh Foundation (SAPF) has been set up to help achieve the goal of transforming the lives of people through double-digit growth along with inclusive development. The foundation will play a strategic and catalytic role in realizing the vision of the chief minister Chandrababu Naidu. We will work closely with the policy makers at state and national level, key stakeholders including private sector and civil society for implementing innovative social and economic development initiatives for sustainable development of the state,' said Dr Naresh.
Hans India
a day ago
- Politics
- Hans India
AP CM Chandrababu lauds TDP activists at successful Mahanadu in Kadapa
Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, held a teleconference with TDP MLAs, MPs, senior party leaders, and grassroots activists on Friday. During the meeting, he commended the successful organisation of the Kadapa Mahanadu, highlighting the collaborative effort of the district leadership. "The Kadapa Mahanadu has showcased that effective leadership can ensure the smooth execution of any programme," Naidu remarked, extending his congratulations to the leaders and activists involved. He expressed his appreciation for the ministers who, in their roles as activists, inspired others and attracted enthusiastic participation from the public. The Chief Minister emphasised the importance of promoting the six laws from the 'My Telugu Family' initiative introduced at the Mahanadu. He asserted that the coalition government is fulfilling the trust bestowed upon it by the citizens, noting positive feedback regarding the various schemes and development programmes rolled out in the past year. Naidu outlined the achievements of his administration and the upcoming plans to be communicated to the public. He urged leaders to engage more with the community and to consistently discuss governmental initiatives. To reinforce this connection, Naidu shared his own practice of participating in monthly pension distribution programmes, encouraging MLAs to do the same as part of their duty to serve the impoverished. He announced that two significant welfare schemes—the Mother's Salutation and Annadata—will be launched in June, and that women will receive free bus travel from August 15. Additionally, he revealed plans to announce a welfare calendar soon to ensure comprehensive support for all citizens.
