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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Haj pilgrims meet Minority Welfare Minister, hail CM Chandrababu Naidu's able leadership
VIJAYAWADA: Pilgrims who completed their Haj journey with the State government's support expressed gratitude to Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday for extending financial assistance. Though Vijayawada was designated as an embarkation point, flight services were cancelled due to low turnout. As a result, pilgrims departed from Hyderabad. Despite the change, the State government honoured its promise, crediting Rs 1 lakh each to 72 pilgrims who had initially chosen Vijayawada as their embarkation point. The pilgrims met Minister for Law and Minority Welfare NMD Farooq at his camp office in Amaravati. Holding placards, 'Thank You, CM Sir', they expressed appreciation for the support.
New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Andhra Min Farooq dismisses Telangana objections to Banakacharla
VIJAYAWADA: In a strong rebuttal to Telangana's objections over the Banakacharla project, Legal and Minority Welfare Minister NMD Farooq on Monday accused the neighbouring State of hypocrisy and double standards on the use of Godavari River waters. Speaking at a press conference in Amaravati, Farooq said Telangana had constructed major irrigation projects, including Kaleshwaram, Palamuru-Rangareddy, Sammakka Sagar, and Gouravelly, without obtaining the required Central or environmental clearances. 'If Telangana can divert Godavari water freely, why is Andhra Pradesh being targeted for using its rightful share?' he asked. He emphasised that the Polavaram–Banakacharla link project aims to divert only 200 TMC of floodwaters that otherwise flow into the Bay of Bengal. 'This season alone, 813 TMC has already been wasted. We are only trying to tap floodwater that would otherwise go unused,' he said.
Hans India
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Minister records complaints on ‘My TDP' App
Nandyal: Minister for Minority Welfare and Law NMD Farooq emphasised the government's mission, stating that support prices for crops, crop insurance, free borewells, pensions, improved services in PHCs, Talli Ki Vandanam for students' mothers, school modernisation, women empowerment through DWCRA, free ration, safety for women, skill development for youth, and drinking water and road infrastructure are all part of a broader plan to eliminate poverty and ensure inclusive growth. He participated in 'First step in good governance' programme at Saibaba Nagar in Nandyal's 24th ward on Wednesday. As part of the campaign, the Minister visited households and explained the development and welfare initiatives being provided by the coalition government. He enquired residents about local issues, and directly recorded complaints using 'My TDP' App. He instructed officials to ensure that the grievances received are resolved promptly. The Minister reaffirmed that within the first year itself, the government has fulfilled 80% of its promises and moving ahead with a vision for a progressive Andhra Pradesh. Highlighting significant development works already carried out in Nandyal constituency including roads, canals, and drinking water projects, he said the next four years will witness even greater transformation with planned investments. He assured that this is just the beginning, and the coalition government is committed to bringing development to every doorstep and finding solutions to every problem.
Hans India
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Rs 10.89 cr sanctioned for road development projects in Nandyal
Nandyal: Minority Welfare Minister NMD Farooq announced that funds have been sanctioned for various road development projects in the district under different government schemes. On Wednesday, the Minister, along with district Collector G Raja Kumari, inaugurated construction works of a CC road from Sanjeev Nagar to Srinivasa Nagar at Sanjeev Gate. Addressing the gathering, the Minister stated that approvals have been granted for multiple infrastructure projects across the district. A total of Rs 10.89 crore has been earmarked for seven major road and related infrastructure works, including Rs 4.5 crore specifically allocated for the construction of CC road from Sanjeev Nagar to Srinivasa Nagar. He expressed his gratitude to R&B Minister Janardhan Reddy on behalf of the district people for his efforts in securing these approvals. Speaking on the occasion, Collector G Raja Kumari highlighted that as part of the State government's first anniversary celebrations, a wide range of welfare and development programmes are being initiated. She mentioned that 968 projects under various engineering departments, amounting to Rs 102.62 crore, are set to be launched, and foundation stones are being laid for an additional 198 projects worth Rs 206.14 crore. She called on local public representatives, elected officials, and citizens to actively participate in these development activities. Prior to the commencement of the road works, Minister Farooq and Collector Raja Kumari unveiled a commemorative plaque marking the sanctioned road development projects. The event was attended by R&B Divisional Engineer Sridhar Reddy, Additional Municipal Commissioner Dasu, and other officials.
Hans India
20-05-2025
- Hans India
2nd batch of AP Haj pilgrims departs from Hyderabad
Amaravati: The second contingent of Haj pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh, totalling 906 individuals, departed for Jeddah on Monday, marking a significant phase in the State's meticulously organised pilgrimage arrangements. Minister for Law and Minority Welfare NMD Farooq flagged off the pilgrims from Hyderabad, emphasising the State government's comprehensive efforts to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey for all, according to a communiqué released from the Secretariat here on Monday. The flag-off ceremony took place at Shah Function Plaza in Lakdikapul in Hyderabad, organised jointly by the Ministry of Minority Affairs and the Haj Committee. Minister Farooq accompanied by Minority Affairs Ministry Advisor MA Sharif, Haj Committee Chairman Hasan Basha and other committee members, extended their best wishes to the departing pilgrims. Minister Farooq stated that a total of 1,630 pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh are undertaking the sacred Haj journey this year. Of these, 1,170 are departing from the Hyderabad embarkation center, 451 from Bengaluru, and the remaining nine from other embarkation points. He further detailed that 818 Haj pilgrims are scheduled to travel from the Hyderabad embarkation center on Monday and Tuesday across three flights. An additional 88 pilgrims will depart on the final flight on May 27. Due to only 72 pilgrims opting for Vijayawada as their embarkation point, and resulting technical limitations preventing a special charter flight from being arranged by the Indian Ministry of Aviation, the Haj Committee of India, Mumbai, granted permission for these 72 pilgrims to depart from Hyderabad. Minister Farooq also highlighted that during the first phase last month, 724 pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh successfully travelled to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina from Hyderabad and Bengaluru embarkation centers. He assured that all these pilgrims reached their destinations safely and securely with the support of the state government, and similar arrangements have been made for the remaining pilgrims. The Minister extended his gratitude to the governments of Telangana and Karnataka for their full cooperation. Haj Committee EO Ghaus Peer and representatives from the Minority Ministries and Haj Committees of both Telugu states were also present.
