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New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
AP Tobacco farmers seek relief, MSP guarantee; Minister Dola assures action
ONGOLE: Representatives of the AP Rythu Sangham and FCV tobacco farmers from Prakasam district met Social Welfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy and Ongole MP Magunta Srinivasulu Reddy on Sunday, seeking fair prices for their produce. The farmers submitted a memorandum at the minister's camp office and the MP's residence. Both leaders assured the farmers that they would take up the issue with Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and the Union government. Farmers said they are reeling under financial pressure due to low rainfall, reduced production, and low-grade crop quality. With an average market price of Rs 200 per kg, they estimate losses of Rs 5–6 lakh per barn. They urged both governments to release Rs 1,000 crore as immediate relief to ensure a minimum support price of Rs 200 per kg for low-grade stocks. They also requested the removal of penalties for additional tobacco production and called for the purchase of excess stock even after the stipulated quota is met. Dola said that he had directed the Tobacco Board not to collect penalties. The issue would be discussed with the Chief Minister and Cabinet for a suitable resolution, he added. Rythu Sangham district leaders Pamidi Venkata Rao, Jajjuru Jayanthi Babu, Abburi Venkateswarlu, and others were present.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
CMRF cheques worth Rs 72 lakh distributed
Kondapi: Social Welfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy strongly criticised YSRCP for allegedly spreading 'poison' against the coalition government's welfare initiatives. He distributed Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) cheques worth Rs 72 lakh to 83 beneficiaries from Kondapi assembly constituency, at his camp office in Turpu Nayudupalem on Sunday. Speaking on the occasion, the minister praised Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu for saving lives through CMRF assistance and providing healthcare support to the poor through large-scale cheque distributions. He said that the government is doing good work for people, but YSRCP is spewing venom against it. He highlighted the improvements in welfare hostels, noting that the coalition government has spent Rs 143 crore on hostel repairs within a year of coming to power, with 80 per cent of the work completed. The minister criticised the previous YSRCP government for neglecting hostel maintenance and questioned whether former CM Jagan ever considered student welfare during his five-year tenure. He announced plans to provide quality meals with fine rice and cosmetic kits containing 11 items to welfare hostels and Gurukula students. He stated that special medical officers have been appointed in each district for student healthcare, with over 20 students' lives saved through specialised treatment during the last academic year.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Rs 34 cr sanctioned for roads in Kondapi
Kondapi: SocialWelfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy said that the state government has sanctioned Rs 34 crore for new road construction projects in Kondapi constituency. In a statement released on Friday, he revealed that Rs 28 crore have been allocated for constructing a bridge over Paleru stream connecting Muppalla and Paidipadu roads, while Rs 6 crore have been sanctioned for the Tanguturu-Pakala road project. He expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan for approving the infrastructure funds. He emphasised that the comprehensive development of the Kondapi constituency would be undertaken across all sectors over the next four years. He stressed that sustained development requires a stable government in the state, highlighting the importance of continuous progress for the region's growth.
New Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Lorry owners felicitate Andhra Min Dola for reduction of Green Tax
ONGOLE: Members of the Singarayakonda Lorry Owners Association on Sunday felicitated Social Welfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy at his camp office in Turpu Naidupalem, expressing gratitude for the reduction of Green Tax on transport vehicles. Dola said the TDP-led NDA coalition government, under Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, is committed to the welfare of all sectors, including transport. He said the previous government had burdened transporters with taxes ranging from Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000, pushing the sector into a financial crisis, which was worsened by rising fuel prices. Recalling Naidu's promise to reduce the Green Tax during his opposition tenure, Dola said the coalition government is implementing promises in a phased manner. He listed fulfilled pledges such as enhanced NTR Bharosa pensions, reopening of Anna Canteens, free gas cylinders, and Talli Ki Vandanam. Dola said free bus travel for women will start on August 15, and the Anna Data Sukhibhava scheme will follow soon. AP Lorry Owners Association Vice President and Singarayakonda Association President Chigurupati Seshagiri, Secretary Patel, Subba Rao, and others attended the event.
New Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Free coaching to SC, ST youth for competitive exams: Andhra Min Swamy
ONGOLE: Social Welfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy announced that the State government will be launching free coaching centres in Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Tirupati under the Dr BR Ambedkar Study Circles for various competitive exams to support SC/ST youth. Orders have already been issued to relevant officials, and applications from eligible candidates will be invited shortly, he added. These centres will offer guidance and training for exams such as Bank Probationary Officers (PO), Staff Selection Commission (SSC), and Railway Recruitment Board (RRB). Dr Swamy urged unemployed SC/ST youth to seize this opportunity to secure government jobs and uplift their future. In a review meeting at his Turpu Naidupalem camp office, Dola discussed improving greenery and sanitation across the Kondapi segment and district. He instructed officials to respond swiftly and sincerely to public grievances, especially those involving farmers and delays in online procedures. Dola emphasised the importance of permanent solutions and called for a proactive approach to clean drainage systems and ensure all street lights are functional. The social welfare minister urged officers to maintain village infrastructure and avoid making citizens go through repeated rounds at government offices. 'When duties are performed sincerely, the government earns the goodwill of the people,' he noted.
