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Hans India
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- Politics
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Own responsibility of protecting trees: Gottipati
Addanki: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar has emphasised that everyone bears the responsibility of planting and protecting trees. He participated in the Vanamahotsavam programme organised by the state government for World Environment Day and planted saplings at Chandaluru in J Pangaluru mandal on Thursday. Speaking at the event, Ravi Kumar stated that environmental protection is everyone's responsibility and called upon each individual to plant at least one tree as their contribution. He advised everyone to develop an attachment to plants and trees. He criticised the previous government, alleging that hundreds of trees were cut down during former chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's tours. He highlighted that the coalition government led by Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu gives high priority to public health and forest conservation. He said the government's commitment to environmental protection and called upon everyone to take inspiration from CM Chandrababu Naidu's initiative of planting one crore trees as part of Vanamahotsavam, urging people to organise tree plantation programmes like festivals in every village. Following the tree plantation programme, Minister Gottipati visited Janakavaram village in Panguluru mandal to console the family of a farmer who had recently passed away. He provided financial assistance to the farmer's family members and assured that the coalition government would stand by the farmers in their times of need. Later, he visited the family of Venkata Rao, a TDP worker from Tammavaram village in Korisapadu mandal, who had recently died in an accident. Minister Gottipati consoled the bereaved family members and provided them with financial assistance. The Minister emphasised the importance of every Telugu Desam Party worker taking party membership to become eligible for insurance coverage benefits. He explained that this would ensure financial security for party workers and their families during difficult times.
The Hindu
24-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
A.P. government mandates procurement of Burley tobacco at ₹12,000 per quintal
After deliberations Andhra Pradesh Government has mandated the tobacco companies to procure Burley tobacco from the farmers in the State at ₹12,000 for quintal for Grade A and ₹5,400 for quintal for Grade B. The Grade A consists of all kinds of qualities while the Grade B is the least quality. Minister for Agriculture Kinjarapu Atchannaidu, after a meeting at the camp office of Parchur MLA Yeluri Sambasiva Rao near here on Saturday (May 24), directed the companies to start purchasing the produce from Sunday. The members of Cabinet Sub-Committee on agriculture prices, including Mr. Atchanniadu and Gottipati Ravi Kumar, held the meeting with all the stakeholders, including tobacco growers, farmers associations, companies representatives, officials from Indian Tobacco Board and others. Minister Atchannaidu maintained that the companies should not return the tobacco on pretexts like quality or others, but must purchase the entire tobacco produced in Andhra Pradesh, estimated about 70 million Kgs. He also assured that the State government would support the farming community and companies by extending financial assistance for processing the Burley tobacco. The State government have to spend for proccessing at least ₹17 per Kg of Burley tobacco and had allocated ₹200 crore for that purpose. Once the tobacco is processed properly, then it could be stored for more than one year and the companies could utilize the produce in the next year as well. On the other hand, the Minister informed that the government is also willing to support the companies by deploying the staff from Agriculture and A.P. Markfed, if they need extra staff in procuring the tobacco. At the same time, he added that the State government would procure the tobacco from the farmers through A.P. Markfed, if needed, at the end of the season. The Minister for Agriculture urged the companies to procure the entire produce from the farmers, as the tobacco purchased by A.P. Markfed would have to be sold to the same companies. He assured the farmers that the State government had taken the issue very seriously and would monitor the entire procurement process, till the sale of the last Kg. He also said that the State government would promote alternative crops in the ensuing agriculture year, which would reduce the supply of the Burley tobacco in the market next year. Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar said that both government and companies should protect the lives of the farmers. He observed that the companies enjoyed the profits so far and it is the time for them to come to the aid of the farmers when the entire farming community is in distress. Chairman of Tobacco Board of India Yashwanth Kumar Chidipothu said that the Board extended support to the farmers, despite the fact that the Board did not have a mandate with respect to the Burley tobacco.
The Hindu
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Naidu insists on scientific crop planning that aligns with global and domestic market trends
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed the Agriculture Department to prioritise scientific crop planning aligned with global and domestic market trends to protect the State's farmers. 'Informing farmers about suitable crops and cultivation areas beforehand ensures a balanced supply-demand ecosystem. Cultivation must be restricted to crops with strong market demand to safeguard farmers' income,' Mr. Naidu said during a teleconference with officials and Ministers on Thursday. Mr. Naidu advised RTGS and agriculture officials to continually monitor global developments, market trends, and crop yields for informed planning. Both short-term and long-term challenges in agriculture must be addressed through the Cabinet Sub-Committee, which now had Ministers Gottipati Ravi Kumar and Ramanaidu as new members. Referring to cocoa, the Chief Minister instructed officials to ensure companies procured it at ₹500 per kg, and stated that farmers should not be forced to sell below that rate. 'If necessary, the government will step in to procure directly,' he said. Currently, cocoa stocks were estimated at 1,200–1,500 tonnes, of which 600 tonnes were with the farmers. The Chief Minister directed the officials to take steps to procure approximately 20 million kg of HD Burley tobacco currently held by the farmers. As there was no market demand, a crop holiday had been declared for HD Burley this year to prevent losses. Officials were told to collect accurate data via an app on the volume of HD Burley stock held by each farmer. A dedicated cell in the Tobacco Board was now tracking daily procurement, he said. Due to lack of orders, mango pulp procurement slowed. Mr. Naidu urged officials to ensure pulp processing companies resumed procurement immediately. However, officials explained that old stock and lack of bank loans for pulp companies limited their capacity to purchase fresh stock. To resolve this, the Chief Minister directed the officials to facilitate bank loans for pulp processing companies. He also noted that 40% GST on pure fruit juices impacted mango demand and announced plans to seek GST reduction from the Centre. Ministers K. Atchannaidu (Agriculture), Nadendla Manohar (Civil Supplies), Gottipati Ravi Kumar (Energy), Mr. Ramanaidu (Water Resources), and Payyavula Keshav (Finance) were present.
New Indian Express
20-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Stone laid for Rs 5.78-crore education infrastructure projects in Andhra Pradesh's Palnadu
GUNTUR: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar on Monday reiterated the NDA government's commitment to supporting education for the underprivileged while laying foundation stones for development projects worth Rs 5.78 crore in the Macherla constituency of Palnadu district. Accompanied by MLA Julakanti Brahmananda Reddy and MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu, the minister inaugurated multiple infrastructure projects aimed at improving school facilities. In Karampudi, he launched the construction of additional facilities at the Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya at an estimated cost of Rs 2.55 crore. At Durgi, he performed bhoomi puja for new buildings at the upgraded KGBV Junior College, which will be built at a cost of Rs 1.51 crore. A girls' hostel at the AP Model School in Durgi, costing Rs 1.72 crore, was also inaugurated. Addressing the gathering, Minister Gottipati criticised the previous YSRCP administration for neglecting the education sector and degrading the teaching profession. He asserted that the NDA government, under Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Education Minister N Lokesh, is committed to revamping the education system to make Andhra Pradesh a leader in educational standards.
Hans India
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Red Book applies to wrongdoers only: Gottipati Ravi
Ongole: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar issued a strong warning that the 'Red Book' will only apply to those who commit wrongdoings, ensuring they will face consequences. The minister and others participated in the inauguration of Sri Harshini Engineering & Technology College for Women at Yedugundlapadu. The minister encouraged students to develop political consciousness from an early age, arguing that social change is possible through political awareness and youth engagement. He assured students that the coalition government will stand in their support. Speaking to the media, the minister emphasised that the NDA government in the state is a people's government committed to ensuring citizens' freedom of movement. He criticised the previous government under YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, alleging that the Electricity department was used as a revenue source to burden the people unnecessarily. The minister announced that the coalition government has not and will not increase electricity charges. He revealed that they renegotiated a power supply agreement with Axis Energy, reducing the per-unit rate from Rs 5.12 to Rs 4.60, aimed at minimising the financial burden on citizens. He stressed the government's commitment to provide quality electricity at affordable rates, in line with Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu's vision. He announced a significant focus on renewable energy projects in Prakasam district and Rayalaseema districts. Gottipati Ravi Kumar also accused Jagan Mohan Reddy of repeatedly attempting to malign the coalition government, emphasising that their administration is a truly democratic government that prioritises people's interests and freedom. The minister concluded by reaffirming the government's commitment to transparent and people-friendly governance, promising to continue working for the welfare of the citizens.
