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New Indian Express
10 hours ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Officials inspect Jindal Waste Plant in Naidupet ahead of Andhra CM's visit
GUNTUR: Ahead of Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu's scheduled visit to the Jindal Urban Waste Management Plant in Naidupet, Principal Secretary for Municipal Administration and Urban Development, Suresh Kumar, inspected the facility on Monday. He was accompanied by CDMA Dr Sampath Kumar and Guntur Municipal Corporation Commissioner Puli Srinivasulu. The team reviewed the plant's infrastructure, capacity, and daily operations. Jindal AP Projects President MV Chari presented an overview via PowerPoint, outlining waste intake from various municipalities, power generation, and operational requirements. Officials toured critical areas such as the tipping floor, control rooms, boilers, and flue gas systems. Suresh Kumar directed staff to prepare a detailed report highlighting the plant's waste handling capacity, municipal contributors, power output, and efficiency metrics, ahead of the Chief Minister's visit. He also instructed the GMC Commissioner to deploy sanitation staff and intensify cleanliness measures. Additional Commissioner Challa Obulesu and other senior officials were present.
New Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Guntur Corporation takes eco leap with cloth bag vending machines, plastic-for-entry scheme
GUNTUR: In a bid to curb single-use plastics and promote eco-friendly habits, the Guntur Municipal Corporation (GMC) has launched two innovative initiatives—a cloth bag vending machine network and a plastic exchange programme. GMC Commissioner Puli Srinivasulu said the measures are part of a broader strategy to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainable living. 'We are systematically working to phase out single-use plastics, which are harmful to public health and the environment,' he noted. As a first step, cloth bag vending machines have been installed at Gandhi Park and NTR Stadium. These machines dispense durable cloth bags for Rs 20, payable using Rs 10 notes, Rs 5 coins, or a combination of both. The GMC is exploring partnerships to feature advertisements on the bags, which could further reduce their cost to Rs 10. Plans are also in place to expand the vending network to more public areas. In a unique incentive-based move, the Corporation has introduced a plastic exchange program that allows residents to gain free entry to Gandhi Park by submitting 1 kilogram of household plastic waste. Dedicated counters for collecting plastic and electronic waste have been established within the park. 'This is more than just waste disposal—it's about cultivating a change in mindset,' Srinivasulu stressed, urging citizens to actively participate in creating a plastic-free Guntur. Residents have welcomed the initiative. 'Small steps like these make a big difference,' said Anjali Reddy, a local resident. 'Affordable cloth bags and simple recycling incentives encourage people to be responsible.' Through this blend of accessibility, incentives, and civic engagement, the Corporation aims to turn its 'Clean Guntur' mission from a slogan into a daily community practice.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Sankar Vilas flyover project in Guntur hits roadblock
Guntur: The much-awaited Sankar Vilas flyover seemed to have hit a big roadblock as local property owners approached the court and got favourable orders. The court directed state govt not to initiate the work on the project without payment of compensation to the property owners through the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, known as land acquisition Act of 2013. The officials were also worried to use force to initiate the work in the wake of recent supreme court verdict to demote a deputy collector to the rank of tehsildar, who bulldozed the houses without honoring the high court verdict. Sources said that owners of about 43 properties in Arundelpet area rejected the offer of Guntur Municipal Corporation (GMC) to accept the Transferable Development Rights (TDR) bonds in return for cash compensation. The GMC officials tried to convince the property owners to explain that they would get four times to the market value through TDR bonds while the cash compensation would be two times to the official market value if they preferred to enforce the land acquisition Act. Sources said that official book value in Arundelpet is between 1 lakh and 1.5 lakh per while the selling price in the open market is anywhere between 2.5 lakh and 3 lakh per Since the officials calculate the compensation based on registration department fixed book value, a owner of 100 property would get approximately around 1 crore compensation. The officials have to pay the structure value as well. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like เทรดทองCFDs กับโบรกเกอร์ที่เชื่อถือได้ | เรียนรู้เพิ่มเติม IC Markets สมัคร Undo All the properties in Arundelpet area are commercial establishments with huge number of workers on rolls. As per the Act, govt had to pay compensation to the workers' rehabilitation and also wage component for at least 18 months. In fact, the construction of new RoB at Sankar vilas junction has been hanging in balance for the past decade. TDP govt estimated that it would require at least 150- 200 crore to complete the project between 2014-19 itself. However, project was not taken up due to the state's precarious financial conditions. After joining the Union cabinet, Dr Pemmasani Chandrasekhar took the RoB issue to his personal prestige and got it cleared from the union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari.
New Indian Express
09-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Guntur Municipal Corporation launches revamped website and apps to boost services
GUNTUR: The Guntur Municipal Corporation (GMC) officially launched its newly developed website and mobile applications on Thursday, aiming to deliver faster and more accessible services to the public. The digital platforms were unveiled at the GMC Council Hall by Mayor Kovelamudi Ravindra and Commissioner Puli Srinivasulu. Speaking at the event, Mayor Ravindra said the platforms were designed to help more citizens easily access GMC services. He urged residents and officials to actively use the new tools and provide suggestions for further improvement. He also emphasized the importance of regularly updating the website with government orders and public information. Commissioner Srinivasulu noted that the initiative was inspired by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's emphasis on integrating technology into governance. The revamped GMC website, now equipped with modern features, had previously been out of use for several years. The Mana GMC app enables citizens to file complaints and access services, while GMC Connect helps officials streamline administration. Additionally, the GMC WhatsApp chatbot and Task Manager tools were launched to aid both citizens and field staff. He encouraged the public to download the apps from the Play Store to access services more efficiently.
The Hindu
07-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Union Minister Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar lays foundation stone for ROB in Guntur
A foundation stone was laid for construction of much delayed Rail Over Bridge (ROB) by replacing the existing dilapidated Sankar Vilas ROB in Guntur on Wednesday (May 7, 2025). Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, along with district In-charge Minister Kandula Durgesh, District Collector S. Nagalakshmi, local MLAs Galla Madhavi , Naseer Ahmad, B. Ramanjaneyulu, Tenali Sravan Kumar, MLC Alapati Rajendra Prasad, Guntur Municipal Corporation Mayor Kovelamudi Ravindra, Commissioner Puli Srinivasulu, TDP, JSP, BJP district leaders and others attended the event. RoB expected to be finished before time On this occasion, Chandra Sekhar said that the construction of the ROB would be completed even before the expected time and Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu would dedicate it to the nation. He urged people not to believe false propaganda, and assured that the much needed bridge is being constructed with support from all stake holders. MLA Sravan Kumar suggested to name the proposed ROB after consulting with the residents, instead calling it Sankar Vilas bridge. He added that since Sankar Vilas is a private hotel, it is not appropriate to call the bridge with that name. The existing bridge is a two-lane road on the railway line between Guntur - Nallapadu section. Commissioner Srinivasulu said that the entire cost of the proposed bridge is ₹130 crore. The old one was constructed during 1958. The existing bridge has a length of 430 metres with a deck width of 12 metres. Hence, the bridge is not able to bear the heavy and growing traffic, taking at least one to two hours to cross it during peak hours. The width of the bridge will be 21.55 metres with four lane with central divider, length of it will be 64 metres, the via duct portion on Amaravati side will be 230 metres, Vegetable Market side will be 253 metres, R.E. wall on Amaravati side will be 215 metres, R.E. wall on Market side will be 168 metres, service road with a width of 5.5 metres, total length of ROB is 930 metres, total length of approach roads is 680 metres. There are three under passes proposed, each at 4th line of Brodipet, 5th lane in Arundalpet another one in front of Government General Hospital (GGH).
