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Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
CPI expresses concern over acute drinking water scarcity in Kurnool dist
Vijayawada: CPI State secretary K Ramakrishna came down heavily on Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan alleging that the two leaders were neglecting the Rayalaseema region particularly the Kurnool district on drinking water scarcity problem. He said people of Adoni, Mantrayalam, Pattikonda, Aluru and Emmiganuru Assembly constituencies of Kurnool disrict were facing many hardships due to lack of drinking water. He said Aspari region of Aluru Assembly constituency is the worst-affected region. ' Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu is always talking about the mega projects like Polavaram and he is not thinking about the drinking water problem being faced by the people in rural areas,' he pointed out. He said the Chief Minister was talking about the Godavari-Banakacharla project and felt it is incorrect to talk about the project without solving the drinking water problems of rural people in Rayalaseema region. Speaking to the media at the State party office on Sunday, Ramakrishna said the BBC has broadcast a documentay recently on the water scarcity problem in Rayalaseema region. He said neither CM nor Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan were bothered about the solving the drinking water problem in Rayalaseema region. He said Pawan Kalyan holds the portfolio of Panchayat Raj also. Ramakrishna criticised Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan for talking about Sanatana Dharma and going to other States to participate in the programmes but not thinking about the plight of the people in Rayalaseema region.
The Hindu
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
TDP's Mahanadu 2025 to focus on NDA government's first-year report and Rayalaseema development
Telugu Desam Party (TD) has finalized 14 key resolutions to be discussed at its annual conclave — Mahaanadu 2025 — scheduled to be held from May 27 to 29 in Kadapa district. The three-day event will begin by setting a stage for discussions on party ideology, strategies and organization on the first day. The second day of Mahaanadu will feature a comprehensive review of the NDA government's achievements, and welfare initiatives, according to a statement from TDP headquarters on Friday (May 23). The party has prepared 14 draft resolutions addressing key areas of governance and development. These include achievements of the NDA government in last one year, assessments of irrigation initiatives such as river interlinking and the Godavari-Banakacharla, construction of Amaravati and decentralized development, reforms in education, women and youth empowerment, agriculture modernization, strengthening law and order, TDP national president and Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu's vision of welfare and inclusive governance, infrastructure growth with Central support, and Zero Poverty-P4 model. The resolutions will also highlight the NDA's approach to inclusive welfare, environmental protection, power sector achievements, and Vision Andhra@2047. The agenda will also feature four joint resolutions, pertaining to both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana States, including tributes to NTR's legacy, recognition of Chandrababu Naidu's contributions, remembrance of martyred party cadre, and a reaffirmation of the party's commitment to its workers. A special session on Rayalaseema development is planned, focusing on the region's irrigation progress and industrial investments. Projects such as HNSS, Galeru-Nagari, Telugu Ganga, and the Muchumarri lift scheme will be discussed alongside industrial hubs like Kopparthi, Orvakal, and KIA Motors. The session will underline employment creation through industry and horticulture expansion. Public participation is also a key component of this year's Mahaanadu. The party plans to gather citizen feedback on government welfare and development schemes. Key initiatives such as hike in pension, the Deepam 2 LPG scheme, Anna Canteens, industrial investments, and teacher recruitment are expected to be part of the public review process. The opening day will focus on the party's internal structure, membership expansion, and long-term planning. Mahanadu 2025 is being positioned as both a review of past performance and a roadmap-setting forum for future governance in Andhra Pradesh. My TDP App Mr. Chandrababu Naidu will launch 'My TDP App', a digital connect between party and the cadre, which would recognise dedicated workers, helps in public outreach and organizational coordination. On the other hand, the party leaders will stress on continuity in governance for long time to achieve sustainable development and welfare of the public.
