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The Hindu
6 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Lokesh presents copies of coffee-table book on ‘Yuvagalam Padayatra' to Pawan, Ministers
IT & HRD Minister N. Lokesh presented copies of the coffee-table book on his 'Yuvagalam Padayatra' to Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan at the Secretariat on Wednesday. He also presented the book to Ministers Payyavula Keshav, Vangalapudi Anitha, K. Atchannaidu, Nadendla Manohar, P. Narayana, D. Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy, Y. Satya Kumar, Kolusu Parthasarathy, . Farooq, T.G. Bharat, Anagani Satya Prasad, S. Savitha, Gottipati Ravi Kumar, Kollu Ravindra, Nimmala Rama Naidu, G. Sandhya Rani, V. Subhash and Kondapalli Srinivas. Receiving the book, Mr. Pawan Kalyan said the 'Yuvagalam Padayatra' had a profound impact on the people, and it awakened them to the danger of re-electing the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) for which self-interests mattered the most than the development of the State and public well-being. He praised Mr. Lokesh for giving a vivid detail of the experiences gained by him during his marathon walk across the State, while noting that it had been exactly one year since the YSRCP's misrule had come to an end.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
YSRCP's debacle on June 4 marked the completion of one year of public awakening: Pawan Kalyan
Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party (JSP) President K. Pawan Kalyan said the NDA alliance's phenomenal victory in the 2024 general elections was historic, and the manner in which people have overthrown the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) reflected their deep-rooted anger against its authoritarian rule. He stated in a message on 'X' that June 4, 2025 marked the completion of one year of public awakening and the JSP's achievement of 100% strike rate in the elections. It was on June 4, 2024 when the election results were declared. Mr. Kalyan observed that the people have rightly pulled the curtains down on YSRCP which treated Andhra Pradesh (AP) like its fiefdom. Under the strong leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was guiding the nation on the path of development, and due to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's vision, his leadership qualities and the tenacity with which he overcame challenges, enabled AP to make commendable progress. The NDA Government was committed to achieving the Swarna Andhra vision and becoming a crucial partner with the Centre in reaching the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047, Mr. Kalyan said, while assuring the people of more efficient governance and promising to work with greater responsibility.
The Hindu
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Request for cinema ticket price hike must come through proper channels, says A.P. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan
Amid the theatre bandh controversy, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan has said that any request for a hike in the movie ticket prices must come through the proper channels. Film producers and their representatives should approach the government only through the Telugu Film Industry Council, rather than acting individually, especially when seeking ticket price revisions for new film releases. 'This applies to upcoming releases like Hari Hara Veera Mallu (Mr. Pawan's upcoming film) as well,' said the actor-turned politician. Tourism and Cinematography Minister Kandula Durgesh briefed the Deputy Chief Minister on the recent theatre shutdowns and the actions taken by the department in response. Key directives Mr. Pawan Kalyan issued several key directives. He emphasised the need for the proper and regulated management of cinema halls across the State to ensure better services to the audience. Be it about ticket pricing or theatre operations, the government departments must perform their duties diligently with proper supervision. The departments concerned need to carry out regular inspections and ensure monitoring, he said. Mr. Pawan Kalyan stressed that if families are to be encouraged to visit theatres, food and beverage prices must be reasonable. Lower prices can help increase footfall and ultimately improve tax revenue. Excessive pricing of items such as popcorn, soft drinks, and even bottled water in cinema halls often surpasses the ticket price. Theatres must provide drinking water and maintain hygiene as a basic responsibility, and local bodies should ensure these standards are maintained, the Deputy CM said. Pointing out that the government has received reports about monopoly in the sale of food and beverages in multiplexes and single-screen theatres, Mr. Pawan Kalyan said that the officials concerned need to closely monitor the pricing and quality standards of these food and beverages in theatres. 'The Cinematography Minister is to initiate an inquiry into this issue as well,' he said, adding that a review of this matter in coordination with the tax department. Mr. Durgesh explained to Mr. Pawan Kalyan about the progress of the inquiry into the theatre bandh issue. He brought to Mr. Pawan Kalyan's notice that a producer alleged that a JSP leader was behind the bandh announcement. In some circles in the film industry, it was being claimed that a film producer and a political leader, who owns theatres, were involved in the theatre bandh move. In response, Mr. Pawan Kalyan suggested to the Minister for Cinematography that this angle should also be investigated.
The Hindu
26-05-2025
- The Hindu
Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan to perform bhumi puja for ₹98 crore ‘Akhanda Godavari' project
Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan will perform bhumi puja for the Akhanda Godavari project, for which the Union Ministry of Tourism has sanctioned ₹98 crore under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI), in the first week of June in Rajamahendravaram City, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Tourism Kandula Durgesh said here on Monday (May 26). The mega tourism project is envisaged to beautify the Havelock Bridge across the river Godavari between Kovvuru and Rajamahendravaram. A glass walk and other attractions on the bridge are a few facilities proposed to be built on the bridge, which was commissioned in 1897 and abandoned by the Indian Railways. 'A tent city on an island, Bridge Lanka, at the Havelock bridge location, tourist attractions in the Kadiyam flower nurseries and Kovvur and Nidadavolu are part of the Akhanda Godavari project, which will be commissioned before the commencement of Godavari Pushkarams-2027,' Mr. Durgesh said in a press conference. All the ghats, primarily Pushkar Ghat, will also be renovated as part of the beautification component of the project.
The Hindu
22-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Pawan holds Maata-Manthi with Ravivalasa villagers
Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan interacted with residents of Ravivalasa village in the Tekkali constituency of Srikakulam district on Thursday as part of Maata-Manthi (a conversation), an initiative by the Panchayat Raj & Rural Development (PR&RD) Department aimed at involving citizens in the development of villages and understanding their issues firsthand. In a message on 'X,' 'Maata-Manthi-a New Era in Participatory Rural Development. Technology has united the world in a global village where miles could be reached in moments and conversations flow effortlessly. With the intention of directly involving citizens in the development of villages and understanding their issues firsthand.' The villagers of Ravivalasa were brought to a theatre in Tekkali. Through a live video conference from the Camp Office, Mr. Kalyan interacted with them and heard their concerns, suggestions, and developmental needs . Mr. Kalyan said, 'Issues that could be resolved immediately were addressed with the officials present. Required approvals were given instantly. For matters that require more time, the respective departments were requested to take them up with defined timelines for execution'. Mr. Kalyan further added that he was deeply moved by the enthusiasm and clarity with which the people of Ravivalasa came forward to convey their hopes and concerns. He said: 'I observed that the people did not just speak but took ownership of the future of their village, reflecting the true spirit of democracy.' The Deputy Chief Minister asserted that the Maata-Manthi initiative was not just a programme but a step forward in realising the vision of Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025 envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, wherein the voice of every village is heard and respected. Mr. Kalyan thanked Agriculture Minister and Tekkali MLA K. Atchannaidu, officials of the PR&RD and Rural Water Supply Departments, and the people of Ravivalasa for making the effort meaningful.
