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The Hindu
3 hours ago
- General
- The Hindu
Fishermen seek action on petitions submitted at meetings
A majority of the fishermen from Kanniyakumari district raised concern over the delayed responses and negligent actions of the authorities towards the petitions submitted at the monthly grievance redressal meetings. These concerns were raised during the fishermen grievance redressal meeting held at the Collectorate on Wednesday. At the meeting, fishermen from various regions, including Marthandamthurai, Kurumbanai and other coastal areas, said that their petitions often receive either negligent replies or in many cases no response. The issue arose when a petitioner from Melakurumbanai claimed that he never received a reply for his grievance, requesting the distribution of free land pattas to the needy from the vacant land near Colachel bus stand. In response to his petition, Kalkulam Tahsildar had noted that the land was classified as Ryotwari and therefore could not be allocated for distribution of pattas to the poor. However, the petitioner stated that he had never received that reply online. This made other petitioners highlight the absence of officials in the meeting and negligence in taking timely actions. Dhasan from Enayam highlighted the poor condition of government bus service to their village. He said several buses had been cancelled and those that were still in operation in extremely poor condition, raising serious concerns about passenger safety. South Asian Fishermen Fraternity has submitted a petition demanding compensation for Kanniyakumari fishermen affected by ship wreck of Liberian Cargo vessel MSC ELSA 3, off the Kochi coast. The submerged containers pose a risk to fishermen nets and boats. Collision with these containers may damage or even sink fishing boats. Now that the fishing period ban to end in Kerala, fishermen from Kanniyakumari will resume deep sea fishing in Kerala's maritime zone. The petition urged that compensation similar to Kerala should also be secured by the Tamil Nadu government for the fishermen from Kanniyakumari and their fishing equipment damaged due to the submerged containers. Padmanbhapuram Sub-Collector Vinay Kumar Meena, Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Department Deputy Director Chinnakuppan, Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Assistant Directors and other officials were present at the meeting. Kanniyakumari Collector R. Alagumeena joined the session later due to official commitments.
The Hindu
3 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
New bus routes, eight buses for women flagged off in Hosur
New bus services for extended routes and eight new 'Vidiyal' buses for women were flagged off by Minister for Food and Civil Supplies R. Sakkarapani from Hosur bus stand in the district on Wednesday (July 30, 2025). The bus service from Hosur to Nandimangalam has been extended up to Mavathur, and the service from Hosur to Denkanikottai has been extended up to Government Arts and Science College. Flagging off the extended service routes, , Minister Sakkarapani said, over 2,426 people and two villages will be benefitted. In addition, eight new women-only 'Vidiyal' buses were also flagged off replacing the old buses. Earlier, Mr. Sakkarapani launched various welfare schemes at a cumulative cost of ₹13.49 crore. This included schemes and development works in Thally, Shoolagiri, and Vepanapalli Unions, respectively. Mr. Sakkarapani also inspected the Andhivadi sports stadium complex, which is scheduled to host Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's visit next month. A review meeting with the line departments was also chaired by the Minister at the Collectorate in the evening.
New Indian Express
10 hours ago
- General
- New Indian Express
Vijayawada city gears up for 11-day grand Dasara celebrations
VIJAYAWADA: NTR District Collector G Lakshmisha and Vijayawada City Commissioner of Police (CP) SV Rajasekhar Babu stated that devotees will be given top priority during the upcoming Dasara festivities at Sri Kanaka Durga temple on Indrakeeladri, with preparations already underway to ensure a smooth and memorable experience. 'Taking inspiration from last year's successful celebrations, we are integrating technology and AI tools to enhance the overall experience for devotees,' they said. The 11-day Dasara fete is scheduled to begin from September 22 to October 2. The first coordination meeting was held at the Collectorate on Tuesday, where officials discussed arrangements for special pujas, alankarams, queue lines, barricading, online and spot booking counters, sanitation, water supply, showers at ghats, parking, passes, and the security system. Addressing the media, Collector Lakshmisha said around 1 lakh devotees are expected to visit daily, with the number rising to 1.5 lakh on Moola Nakshatram. A 24x7 Command Control Centre will monitor the rush. Special arrangements will be made for devotees participating in events like Laksha Kumkumarchana and Chandi Homam. Focus will be laid on queue lines, distribution of Laddu Prasadam, Annaprasadam, drinking water, and sanitation. He instructed departments to complete all arrangements by September 20. Police Commissioner Rajasekhar Babu said strict measures will be implemented to prevent inconvenience to pilgrims. 'Last year, we had only three or four drones. This year, 42 drones and about 5,000 CCTV cameras in the Vijayawada Commissionerate will be used for surveillance,' he said. Traffic and parking management is also being prioritised. The CP added that coordination meetings and field visits will be held over the next 50 days to ensure the success of the festival in a spiritually vibrant atmosphere. Temple EO VK Seena Naik said the Navaratri celebrations of Goddess Kanaka Durga will be organised in a grand manner. Joint Collector S Ilakkiya and others were present.
Hans India
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Collector stresses prompt action on Annadata Sukhibhava grievances
Rajamahendravaram: East Godavari district collector P Prasanthi has directed officials to take prompt action on complaints related to the Annadata Sukhibhava scheme. She emphasised the need for special focus in addressing grievances from farmers who have not received benefits under the scheme. The collector held a video conference on Tuesday from the Collectorate with officials from district, divisional, and mandal levels to review various government programmes, including housing, Command Area Development, P4 survey, and welfare schemes. Collector Prasanthi instructed the setting up of grievance cells at the mandal, division, and district levels to resolve issues faced by farmers under the scheme. She stated that the reasons for rejecting certain beneficiaries must be clearly explained, and steps should be taken to rectify the issues. A dedicated district-level grievance cell has been established, with a helpline number of 0883-2944455, for farmers. The collector said linking Aadhaar with beneficiaries' bank accounts is crucial, as non-linkage is causing delays in Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) payments. She directed officials to ensure all accounts are Aadhaar-linked. Regarding housing, she warned of strict action against MPDOs and Housing Department officials in mandals where housing projects have not progressed. She instructed the recovery of advance funds from beneficiaries who have not started construction. She also asked for speedy completion of the P4 survey to identify BPL (Below Poverty Line) families and sought an action plan for improving their living standards. Reviewing Command Area Development Authority (CADA) works, the collector called for field-level reports on desilting of canals. She instructed MPDOs and Tahsildars to inspect welfare housing sites every Saturday. Prashanthi also directed officials to take measures for mosquito control, including installation of mesh screens, and asked them to utilise Mandal Parishad and Panchayat funds for these initiatives. Joint collector S Chinna Ramudu, DRO T Sitarama Murthy, Housing PD S Bhaskar Reddy, CPO L Appalakonda, RWS SE BV Giri, District Survey Officer B Lakshminarayana, DWMA PD M Nagamalleswara Rao, BC Welfare Officer B Shashanka, and Agriculture Officer S Madhavarao participated in this conference.
Hans India
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Union minister lays stone for 13 hostel buildings
Paderu (ASR District): On the occasion of National Education Day, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday virtually laid the foundation stone for 13 hostel buildings in Andhra Pradesh, with a total estimated cost of Rs 31.70 crore. The foundation stone-laying ceremony was conducted virtually from Delhi, while a special event was held at the Collectorate conference hall to unveil the project on the occasion, district collector AS Dinesh Kumar said the hostels are sanctioned under the Pradhan Mantri Janman Yojana. They include two 100-bed hostels and nine 50-bed hostels, along with two additional 100-bed hostels under the D.A. Jugaa scheme. The hostels will be constructed at Paderu Constituency: Chintapalli (Jajulapalem and Balapam), Lambasingi, Pedabarada, Lothugedda, Rinthada (Girls), and GK Veedhi (Girls and Boys). Araku Constituency: Bangaru Metta and Munchingiputtu (Boys) in Munchingiputtu mandal, Koravangi in Pedabayalu mandal. Under, DA Jugaa scheme: Araku and Dumbriguda mandal headquarters in Dumbriguda mandal. The Collector instructed engineering officials to fast-track the tender process and to begin construction at the collector MJ Abhishek Goud, sub-collector Shauryaman Patel, assistant collector Sahith, DEO P Brahmaji Rao, Samagra Shiksha APC V Swaminayudu, Samagra Shiksha EE DV Narasimharao, DEE Venugopal, ALS Coordinator J Kurmarav, CMO MG Prakash, APO Patrudu, ASO Simhachalam, and others were present.
