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The Hindu
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Haritha Berm Park comes alive as over 300 youth take part in floor painting contest
Over 300 youth and children participated in the 'floor painting' and drawing competitions, organised jointly by the Vijayawada Municipal Corporation and the NTR district administration, on the banks of the Krishna river at Haritha Berm Park in the city on Sunday (July 13). NTR District Collector G. Lakshmisha, who also tried his hand at painting along with his wife and children, said the competitions, held on themes of Say No To Single-Use Plastic, Swarnandhra Vision, Harithandhra, Public Private People Partnership, Save Water and Reduce-Reuse-Recycle, were organised to raise awareness among the children about the ill-effects of plastic and to foster habits that are important for environmental protection. Noting with happiness at the huge turnout, Mr. Lakshmisha said the real winner in the competitions is the city, which came alive on Sunday morning. Impressed by the enthusiasm shown by the youth, the Collector announced that programmes such as photography, yoga and swimming contests would be organised every week at the park and also in other tourist destinations in the district, including Pavitra Sangamam at Ibrahimpatnam, Kondapalli Fort and Gandhi Hill. Urging people to participate in large numbers, he said bird photography competitions would also be organised on the Bhavani Island. Such programmes would help children make the most of their holidays and also propel them to think creatively. After congratulating VMC Commissioner H.M. Dhyanachandra and other officials on making it to the Swachh Super League, the Collector presented awards to winners. While G. Tanuja's painting on Swarnandhra-Save Water stood first in the floor painting category, the second went to P. Yamini and the third to V. Jaswanthi and fourth to M. Suresh. Cash prizes of ₹10,000, ₹7,500, ₹5,000 and ₹3,000 were given.
Hans India
12-07-2025
- Climate
- Hans India
Farmers urged to utilise crop insurance schemes
Vijayawada: NTR district Collector Dr G Lakshmisha has urged farmers to voluntarily avail themselves of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and the Re-structured Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (RWBCIS). These schemes provide crucial insurance compensation for various crops in the event of natural calamities such as cyclones, droughts, and unseasonal rains. Collector Lakshmisha chaired a review meeting with officials from the Agriculture and Horticulture departments on PMFBY and RWBCIS. During the meeting, he announced that for the current Kharif season in the district, paddy, red chili, maize, and green gram crops have been notified under the yield-based PMFBY. Cotton has been notified under RWBCIS. The Collector explained that the village has been notified as the insurance unit for paddy, the mandal for red chili, and the district for maize and green gram. Tata AIG Insurance Company has been selected for the implementation of PMFBY, and IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company for RWBCIS. The Collector advised farmers to stay away from intermediaries and brokers regarding crop insurance and instead utilise the services of CSCs. Collector Lakshmisha instructed field-level agriculture and horticulture officers and staff to provide necessary assistance and guidance to farmers to help them utilise the crop insurance schemes effectively. For paddy, the insured amount per acre is Rs 42,500, with a premium of Rs 850, and registration must be completed by August 15. District Agricultural Officer DMF Vijayakumari, Horticulture Officer P Balaji Kumar and other officials also participated.
Hans India
12-07-2025
- Hans India
Media lauded for making Vijayawada as ‘City of Victory'
Vijayawada: NTR district Collector Dr G Lakshmisha on Friday emphasised the crucial role of media in transforming Vijayawada, the gateway to Andhra Pradesh's new capital Amaravati, into a 'City of Victory'. Speaking at an interactive meeting following the successful conclusion of Yogaandhra, Collector Lakshmisha stated that the media's extensive efforts were instrumental in the success of 'Yogaandhra', an initiative launched by the State government under the visionary guidance of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, aiming for 'Healthy Andhra' and 'Golden Andhra.' The Collector explained that given the immense opportunities for tourism development in the district, new tourism circuits are being focused on. Visionary plans have been formulated to boost temple tourism and eco-tourism. Efforts are underway for projects such as the Mulapadu Butterfly Park - Biodiversity Park, Buddhist Circuit, and Kondapalli Toys Experience Centre. During the event Collector Lakshmisha, who leads Team NTR was felicitated for achieving world records in Floating Yoga and Trikonasana. DIPRO KV Ramana Rao, DPRO S Mohana Rao, Divisional PRO K Ravi, Publicity Supervisor VV Prasad also participated.
The Hindu
11-07-2025
- The Hindu
Vijayawada will be developed as a tourist hub with grand celebrations during Dasara Utsavams, says NTR District Collector
The State government is planning to develop Vijayawada, the gateway to Amaravati, as a tourist hub. Vijayawada will be decked up as 'City of Victory' by improving the tourism projects, said NTR District Collector G. Lakshmisha. Participating in the 'Yogandhra Success Meet' organised here on Friday, Mr. Lakshmisha said that Vijayawada Utsav will be celebrated on a grand scale during Dasara Utsavams. Vijayawada city will be decked up for the utsavams. All the junctions, Prakasam barrage, main roads and temples would be illuminated during Dasara Maharatri Utsavams, the Collector said. Highlighting Vijayawada's potential in tourism, Mr. Lakshmisha said several thematic tourism projects are in progress, including Temple Tourism, Ecotourism, and the Buddhist Circuit. He added that initiatives such as the Mulapadu Butterfly Park, Kondapalli Toys Experience Centre, the revival of the Gandhi Hill Project, and illumination of Krishna River ghats and heritage sites are also being taken up. He thanked the people of different sections and the officers of various departments, including Ayush, Medical and Health, Information and Public Relations and the Yogandhra nodal officer for making Yogandhra programme a grand success. Painting competition on July 13 The Collector said that a painting competition will be organised at Haritha Berm Park, at 6.30 a.m. on July 13 (Sunday) on various government programmes. Artists and students can sketch paintings on the themes 'Say no to single-use plastic', 'Swachhandhra – Swarnandhra', 'Save Water', 'Harithandhra' and 'P4' (Public-Private-People- Partnership), and win cash prizes from ₹1,000 to ₹10,000, he said. Interested persons can get more details by sending a WhatsApp message to 7075196840, the Collector said.
Hans India
11-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Students told to avail facilities provided in schools
Vijayawada: NTR district collector Dr G Lakshmisha said the state government has conducted the Mega Parents-Teachers meet to bring together parents, teachers and the students for the comprehensive development of the children. He said the government is providing facilities in the government schools on par with the private schools and students should take full advantage of these resources to achieve great heights in life. He was the chief guest at the Mega Parents and Teachers Meet 2.0 held at Zilla Parishad Girls High School in Kondapalli of Ibrahimpatnam mandal, along with local public representatives and officials on Thursday. He explained that with the aim of providing a bright future for children, Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and Education Minister Nara Lokesh have launched several innovative initiatives. Collector stated that approximately 3 lakh students and their parents participated enthusiastically across 1,453 schools in the district the Mega PTM 2.0. He said for the first time, PTMs are being conducted in private institutions also. He said these meetings allow for mutual exchange of information regarding academic standards, students' behaviour at home, and their interests. Dr Lakshmisha urged the students to make the best use of government-provided resources such as quality education, infrastructure, uniforms, textbooks, and nutritious mid-day meals and suggested to set goals like to become doctors, engineers, scientists, IAS or IPS officers and work with sincerity to achieve them. Schools, he said, are like temples where the foundation for children's dreams and aspirations is laid. The collector also noted that progress reports once seen only in private schools are now available in government schools in the form of Holistic Progress Cards due to reforms introduced in education. Collector Lakshmisha stressed the importance of cyber awareness from a young age to prevent falling victim to cybercrimes and frauds by criminals. With proper precautions, students can stay safe online. He also highlighted how substance abuse can destroy lives and families. Posters with the message 'Say No to Drugs, Bro' were released during the meeting. The principal presented the school's progress report, and the children gave impressive cultural performances. Collector Lakshmisha also enthusiastically participated in a Kolatam (traditional folk dance) performance and later shared a meal with students and parents. He took photos at the selfie stand and planted a sapling in the school premises. NTR DEO YV Subbarao, Kondapalli Municipal Chairman Chennuboyina Chittibabu, Municipal Commissioner Ramya Keerthana, Education Committee Chairperson Sheikh Bajibi, Headmistress B Hemalatha, Eagle Cell SI M Veeranjaneya, local public representatives, and others were present. On the other hand, thousands of parents enthusiastically participated in the MPT meeting held across the government and private schools across the NTR district. MLAs, local people's representatives, government officials and NGOs participated in the meetings and gave valuable suggestions to the students and parents. Parents spoke to the teachers and enquired about the studies and progress of the children.
