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Hans India
3 days ago
- Climate
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Officials told to remain vigilant in view of heavy rains
Kurnool: In view of the ongoing heavy rains, Kurnool District Collector P Ranjith Basha has directed the official machinery to remain on high alert and take all precautionary measures to prevent untoward incidents. Addressing a teleconference with sub-collectors, RDOs, tahsildars, MPDOs and irrigation officials on Wednesday, the Collector reviewed the situation and instructed officials to intensify inspections of reservoirs, tanks, low-lying areas and old bridges. He noted that while rainfall in June and July was normal, August has so far recorded 146.5 mm — 27.8% above normal. Heavy rainfall was reported in Kurnool Urban, Kurnool Rural, Kallur, Chippagiri, Halaharvi, Alur, Maddikera, and Nandavaram mandals, with more downpours expected over the next few days. The Collector ordered immediate inspection of Sunkesula, Gajuladinne and Pandikona reservoirs, and instructed tahsildars to take measures to ensure safety in riverbank areas. Inundated low-lying areas should be drained using motors, and villages must be kept free from stagnant water to prevent outbreaks of diseases. The District Public Health Officer was tasked with implementing anti-mosquito spraying and other sanitation drives, while MPDOs were told to coordinate with panchayat secretaries and EOPRDs to ensure proper hygiene in rural areas. Officials from the Rural Water Supply Department were directed to safeguard drinking water sources from contamination and transport water if necessary. The Collector also instructed the District Education Officer to declare holidays if rains make it unsafe for children to attend school. Officials were told to identify old, dilapidated houses and alert residents to relocate if necessary. As part of the 'Palleku Podam' (Let's Go to the Village) programme scheduled for next week, special officers will visit villages to inspect sanitation, drinking water, anganwadi centres, schools and other civic amenities. Mandal and village-level officials must accompany them and be prepared with inspection reports in the prescribed proforma. The teleconference was attended by Adoni Sub-Collector Maurya Bharadwaj, RDOs Sandeep Kumar and Bharat Naik, District Project Manager Anupama, Irrigation SE Bala Chandra Reddy, Rural Water Supply SE Nageswara Rao, DPHO Bhaskar, and other senior officials. The Collector emphasised that coordinated efforts and swift response at every level are essential to tackle the challenges posed by the heavy rains.
Hans India
03-08-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Govt stands by farmers with Rs 183 crore support in Kurnool: Collector
Kurnool: Ina significant move to support the farming community, Kurnool District Collector P Ranjith Basha announced that a total of Rs 183 crore has been credited to the accounts of 2,73,452 eligible farmers under the 'Annadata Sukhibhava–PM Kisan' scheme. He was speaking at the launch of the first installment disbursal programme for the year 2025–26 held at Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Banavasi, Yemmiganur mandal on Saturday. He informed that under the scheme, a financial aid of Rs 20,000 will be given to each farmer family in three installments, and Rs 7,000 has been released in the first phase. He stated that 2.7 lakh acres are under cultivation in the district, and over 9,200 quintals of seeds and fertilizers have been distributed. Urea continues to be in demand, and it is being supplied across Rythu Bharosa Kendras and PACS. He emphasized the need for farmers to shift towards organic and nano fertilizers, highlighting the health risks associated with chemical inputs and the goal to expand natural farming across 1.32 lakh acres. He urged farmers to adopt modern technologies like drones to reduce costs and generate employment. So far, 35 farmers have been sanctioned drones in the district. He also stressed the importance of e-KYC for availing crop subsidies and insurance. The widening of HNSS Canal to 3,500 cusecs and filling of 68 tanks has improved irrigation, and water release from the Gajuladinne Project continues this year. Later, a symbolic mega cheque and seed kits were distributed to farmers. The event was attended by Adoni Sub-Collector Maurya Bharadwaj, Yemmiganur Market Chairman Mallayya, Agriculture Officer Varalakshmi, and other officials.
Hans India
17-07-2025
- General
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64,128 golden families identified in Kurnool dist
Kurnool: Kurnool District Collector P. Ranjith Basha has instructed officials to complete the adoption process of identified 'Golden Families' by July 31. Addressing a review meeting on the implementation of the Zero Poverty P4 Policy at the Collectorate Conference Hall on Wednesday, he emphasised the need for timely action. The meeting was attended by special officers of constituencies, MPDOs, members of the District Vision Plan Unit, and Constituency Vision Plan Unit. As part of the Zero Poverty P4 Policy, a total of 64,128 golden families have been identified across the district. The Collector informed that Gram Sabhas are being held in villages and wards between July 15 and 25 to re-examine the preliminary list. He directed officials to prepare a final list after thorough scrutiny and ensure that by July 31, each family on the list is adopted by a designated mentor. He clarified that adoption doesn't merely imply financial assistance but also includes guiding families in education, employment and accessing government schemes for sustainable development. The Collector stressed that village committees should be formed to identify suitable mentors, including well-educated individuals, government employees, doctors and community elders. He instructed that an officer be appointed as in-charge for each village and that secretariat staff be assigned responsibilities accordingly. He also called for a detailed and careful survey to assess the individual, family and village-level needs so that appropriate support can be provided. Furthermore, the Collector directed MPDOs to conduct daily reviews and hold meetings with secretariat staff to ensure smooth implementation of the programme. He asked RDOs and tahsildars to take special responsibility for the programme's success. He also urged officials to involve private school managements, industries and medical professionals as stakeholders in the initiative. Highlighting the programme as a powerful step toward uplifting the poor, he appealed to everyone to participate from a humanitarian perspective. The meeting was attended by Adoni Sub-Collector Maurya Bharadwaj, P4 State consultant Sparsh, CPO Himaprabha Raju, ZP CEO Nasar Reddy, Housing PD Chiranjeevi, DEO Samuel Paul, Industries GM Jawahar Babu, Kurnool RDO Sandeep Kumar, Pattikonda RDO Bharat Nayak, DPO Bhaskar and other officials.
Hans India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Expedite land acquisition for railway projects: Collector
Kurnool: District Collector P Ranjith Basha has directed the officials concerned to expedite the land acquisition process for ongoing railway infrastructure projects in the district. He emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to ensure the timely completion of railway underpasses, overpasses, and other development works. He held a review meeting on Saturday at the Mini Conference Hall in the District Collectorate to assess the progress of various railway projects. The session focused on the construction of Railway Under Bridges (RUBs), Road Over Bridges (ROBs), and double-track railway lines across different revenue divisions in the district. The Collector reviewed the land acquisition status from Sub-Collectors and RDOs for projects being implemented in the three revenue divisions. He instructed the revenue officials to prioritise and fast-track land acquisition processes, ensuring there are no delays in the construction of the railway infrastructure. He further directed all departments involved — including RDOs, officials from the Collector's office, and railway authorities — to work in close coordination. He emphasized the urgent need to resolve issues related to land acquisition, No Objection Certificates (NOCs), and Letters of Acceptance without delay. Adoni Sub-Collector Maurya Bharadwaj informed the Collector that land acquisition for three Road Over Bridges (ROBs) in Adoni division is progressing well. Kurnool RDO Sandeep Kumar provided details about the progress of land acquisition in 12 villages for the double-track railway line and underpass bridges in the Kurnool division. Pattikonda RDO Bharat Naik reported that land acquisition for one of the double-track projects in his division has been completed, while the other project is currently at the award stage. The review meeting was attended by District Revenue Officer (DRO) Venkatanarayana, Roads and Buildings SE Maheshwar Reddy, Executive Engineer Suresh Babu, Adoni Executive Engineer Venkateswarlu, Railway Assistant Divisional Engineer Durgarao, Adoni Municipal Commissioner Krishna, and other officials. The Collector reiterated that swift action and efficient interdepartmental coordination are essential for the successful execution of key railway infrastructure projects in the district.
