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India Today
11-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
Andhra Deputy Chief Minister rides teen's e-cycle, offers Rs 1 lakh grant
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Science and Technology, Pawan Kalyan, has recognised and rewarded the efforts of 17-year-old Rajapu Sidhu, who built an electric cycle to solve his daily commute a second-year intermediate student from Jadavari Kothavalasa village in Vizianagaram district, used his savings of Rs 35,000 and technical skills learned through the Atal Tinkering Laboratory at school to create a battery-powered cycle. The innovation was aimed at reducing his Rs 60-a-day travel expense and helping him reach his college in Rajam, 17 km away, on by Sidhu's story, reported by India Today, the Deputy Chief Minister invited him to his camp office in Mangalagiri. There, Pawan Kalyan personally tested the cycle and interacted with Sidhu, calling the initiative 'inspiring and purposeful.' 'We need to nurture young minds like his. His vision proves that innovation doesn't need a lab, it needs intent,' said the Deputy Chief recognition of Sidhu's effort, Pawan Kalyan announced an incentive of Rs 1 lakh to support his future innovations. He also assured continued backing through the State Innovation e-cycle can run up to 80 km on a single 3.5-hour charge, reaches speeds between 25–50 kmph, and includes a hub motor, three gears, and a pillion seat. It has reduced his daily commute cost to just Rs addition to his e-cycle, Sidhu presented a community service idea, Grocery Guru, a hyperlocal delivery solution for rural areas. Officials indicated that his proposals will be considered for mentoring and possible scaling through state-supported programmes.- Ends
Hans India
11-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Pawan lauds Sidhu for ‘battery-powered bicycle'
Vizianagaram: Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan recognised a unique invention by Rajapu Sidhu, an intermediate student from Jadavari Kothavalasa village in the Teekam mandal of Vizianagaram district. Sidhu has developed a battery-operated bicycle that operates at a very low cost. Impressed by the innovative idea, Pawan learned about the invention through social media and invited Sidhu to his camp office in Mangalagiri. He tested the bicycle, interacted with Sidhu, and expressed admiration for the student's creativity. He also took note of another initiative by Sidhu-the 'Grocery Guru' WhatsApp service brochure—and commended his entrepreneurial spirit. Pawan presented Sidhu with a cash incentive of Rs 1 lakh to further enhance and develop the technology. He even took Sidhu for a ride on the very bicycle he invented. Sidhu, who comes from a financially disadvantaged family, created this electric bicycle to commute to his distant college. The bicycle can travel up to 80 kilometres on a single three-hour battery charge. The model gained substantial attention after going viral on social media. Sidhu's parents, Venkatalakshmi and Simhachalam have migrated to another state for work, while he remains in Rajam to pursue his education. He expressed his happiness over his invention, stating that he is determined to improve the bicycle further if given additional support. 'It brings me joy to have built this with limited resources. If I receive further encouragement, I will upgrade it with advanced technology.' said Sidhu.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Time of India
Student's DIY e-bicycle draws praise and support from Pawan Kalyan
1 2 3 Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan extended warm congratulations to Rajapu Sidhu, an intermediate student from Vizianagaram district, for inventing a battery-powered bicycle at an impressively low cost. Sidhu, a native of Jadavari Kothavalasa village, created the electric bicycle to travel long distances to college. His innovation, which allows a travel range of up to 80 kilometers on a single three-hour charge, recently went viral on social media and captured the attention of the Deputy CM. Impressed by Sidhu's creativity and commitment, Pawan Kalyan invited the student to his camp office in Mangalagiri. During their meeting, Sidhu demonstrated the bicycle by riding the vehicle he had built. The deputy chief minister was visibly impressed and praised the young inventor's ingenuity. He also appreciated a digital service concept created by Sidhu called "Grocery Guru," a WhatsApp-based assistance tool, and encouraged the student to keep exploring innovative ideas. To support and motivate Sidhu, Pawan Kalyan announced a financial incentive and assured him of government support to further develop his talent. Calling Sidhu a role model for youth, Pawan Kalyan said, "Innovative minds like his are the future of Andhra Pradesh. The government will continue to encourage such young talent in the field of science and technology."
New Indian Express
10-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Andhra Deputy CM Pawan applauds student's eco-friendly e-bike innovation
VIJAYAWADA: Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan, who also holds the portfolios of Forests & Environment, Science & Technology, praised Vizianagaram student Rajapu Siddu for developing a low-cost electric bicycle. Impressed, Pawan invited Siddu to his Mangalagiri camp office. After interacting with the budding innovator, he, along with Siddu, took out the e-cycle for a test ride. He commended Siddu's creativity, including his 'Grocery Guru' WhatsApp service, and awarded him `1 lakh to encourage further innovation. Siddu, from Jadavari Kothavalasa village, built the bicycle to commute to college. The eco-friendly vehicle runs 80 km on a 3-hour charge and has gained attention on social media for its affordability and practicality.
