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New Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Lorry owners felicitate Andhra Min Dola for reduction of Green Tax
ONGOLE: Members of the Singarayakonda Lorry Owners Association on Sunday felicitated Social Welfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy at his camp office in Turpu Naidupalem, expressing gratitude for the reduction of Green Tax on transport vehicles. Dola said the TDP-led NDA coalition government, under Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, is committed to the welfare of all sectors, including transport. He said the previous government had burdened transporters with taxes ranging from Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000, pushing the sector into a financial crisis, which was worsened by rising fuel prices. Recalling Naidu's promise to reduce the Green Tax during his opposition tenure, Dola said the coalition government is implementing promises in a phased manner. He listed fulfilled pledges such as enhanced NTR Bharosa pensions, reopening of Anna Canteens, free gas cylinders, and Talli Ki Vandanam. Dola said free bus travel for women will start on August 15, and the Anna Data Sukhibhava scheme will follow soon. AP Lorry Owners Association Vice President and Singarayakonda Association President Chigurupati Seshagiri, Secretary Patel, Subba Rao, and others attended the event.
Hans India
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
All poll promises will be fulfilled: Narayana
Anantapur: Ministerfor Municipal Administration and Urban Development Dr Ponguru Narayana stated that the coalition government was dedicated to fulfilling the promises made to the people during the elections. He emphasised that several key promises under the 'Super Six' initiative were being implemented one after the other. Large-scale welfare and development programmes are actively underway. Addressing the media at the Legacy Dumping Yard in Gooty Road, Anantapur, the Minister said, 'As per the directions of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, all legacy waste dumps in the State will be cleared by October 2.' He further noted that after assuming power, the government abolished the garbage tax imposed by the previous administration. On Friday, Dr Narayana, along with local MLA Daggubati Venkateswara Prasad and District Collector Dr Vinod Kumar, inaugurated the waste processing unit developed at a cost of Rs 12.217 crore for Anantapur cluster (covering 6 ULBs), focusing on zero residual legacy waste management through bioremediation and biomining. They also unveiled plaques for road and drainage works worth ₹1.70 crore funded by general municipal grants. The Minister also participated in a tree plantation drive at the site. Speaking to the press, Dr. Narayana criticised the previous government for leaving behind 85 lakh tonnes of untreated legacy waste and Rs 10 lakh crore in debt. He praised CM Naidu's vision and recalled his earlier implementation of Clean & Green initiatives during the united Andhra Pradesh era. He said that despite the availability of modern equipment and Central support, the previous government neglected solid waste management. The Minister reaffirmed the State government's resolve to eliminate all 85 lakh tonnes of legacy waste within a year. He said that so far, 55 lakh tonnes have been cleared and the remaining 30 lakh tonnes will be removed over the next three months with accelerated action. 'Several companies have come forward to support this massive cleanup,' he added. Specifically addressing Anantapur, he noted that a company named JIGMA was handling 6,000 tonnes of waste daily. The Anantapur dump yard still holds about 1.65 lakh tonnes, which is being cleared at the rate of 4,000–6,000 tonnes per day. He mentioned that the 12.3-acre dump site will soon be transformed into a public park. Highlighting the government's welfare focus, he stated that the NTR Bharosa pension scheme has been expanded, and under the 'Talli ki Vandhanam' initiative, Rs 10,000 crore was distributed in a single day to school-going children, with Rs 15,000 allocated per child. Despite financial constraints, the government is taking all measures to implement its manifesto promises. He also mentioned: Free LPG cylinders (three per year) for poor women, disbursement of Rs 20,000 to farmers in collaboration with the Central government, free bus travel for women starting from August 15, expansion of Anna Canteens in urban areas to address hunger. It has been proposed to provide tap water connections for every household under the AMRUT scheme at a cost of Rs 8,500 crore. The Minister assured that 100% of the election promises would be fulfilled. He stressed the need to attract industries to improve the State's economy and revenue. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and HRD & IT Minister Nara Lokesh have been making efforts in this regard, he pointed out. Speaking on the occasion, MLA Daggubati Venkateswara Prasad said the state is adopting foreign-model waste-to-energy plants and that the foundation was laid for drainage and CC road works in seven divisions of Anantapur. He accused YSRCP leaders of corruption while failing to clear 3.30 lakh tonnes of waste. He said, 'We are solving a 30-year-old issue by clearing 1.68 lakh tonnes of waste at a cost of ₹12.27 crore. By October 2, the dump yard will be fully cleared.' The MLA also urged Minister Narayana to release special grant funds. 'Earlier, Rs 30 crore was sanctioned, but only Rs 4 crore worth of works were executed. The remaining ₹26 crore should be released,' he said, appealing for special focus on backward Anantapur district. The program was attended by AP Labour Welfare Board Chairman Venkata Shivudu Yadav, AHUDA Chairman T.C. Varun, Anantapur Municipal Commissioner Balaswamy and others.
Hans India
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
All poll promises will be met: Narayana
Anantapur: Ministerfor municipal administration and urban development P Narayana reaffirmed the coalition government's commitment to fulfilling election promises under the 'Super Six' initiative. Speaking at the Legacy Dumping Yard on Gooty road here on Friday, he announced that free bus travel for women will commence from August 15, alongside other welfare and development programmes. Following Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's directives, all legacy waste dumps across the state will be cleared by October 2. Narayana also noted the abolition of the garbage tax imposed by the previous YSRCP government. Accompanied by local MLA Daggubati Venkateswara Prasad and district collector Dr Vinod Kumar, Narayana inaugurated a Rs 12.217 crore waste processing unit for the Anantapur cluster, covering six urban local bodies (ULBs). The unit focuses on zero residual legacy waste management through bioremediation and biomining. Additionally, plaques were unveiled for road and drainage works worth Rs 1.7 crore, funded by municipal grants. The minister participated in a tree plantation drive at the site, emphasising environmental initiatives. Narayana criticised the previous government for leaving 85 lakh tonne untreated legacy waste and Rs 10 lakh crore in debt. He praised Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's Clean & Green initiatives from the united Andhra Pradesh era, lamenting the prior previous government's neglect of solid waste management despite modern equipment and central support. He announced that 55 lakh tonne legacy waste has been cleared, with the remaining 30 lakh tonne targeted for removal within three months. In Anantapur, JIGMA is processing 6,000 tonne waste daily, with 1.65 lakh tonne still at the 12.3-acre dump yard, which will soon become a public park. Talking about welfare measures, Narayana noted the expansion of the NTR Bharosa pension scheme and the 'Talli ki Vandhanam', which disbursed Rs 10,000 crore in a single day, providing Rs 15,000 per school-going child. Other promises include three free LPG cylinders annually for poor women, Rs 20,000 for farmers in collaboration with the Centre, and the expansion of Anna canteens to combat hunger. The government is also negotiating to release withheld Central funds and ensure tap water connections for every household under the AMRUT scheme, with Rs 8,500 crore allocated. Tap water connections are being extended to households in Anantapur, Tadipatri, Guntakal, Rayadurg, Gooty, and Kalyandurg. MLA Daggubati Venkateswara Prasad highlighted the adoption of foreign-model waste-to-energy plants and accused the previous YSRCP government of corruption and neglecting 3.3 lakh tonne waste. He noted that 1.68 lakh tonne is being cleared at a cost of Rs 12.27 crore, with the dump yard set to be cleared by October 2. He urged Narayana to release Rs 26 crore of previously sanctioned funds for Anantapur's development, emphasizing the district's backwardness. AP Labour Welfare Board chairman Venkata Shivudu Yadav, AHUDA chairman T C Varun, Anantapur municipal commissioner Balaswamy, and other officials and corporators.
The Hindu
18-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Government focused to bring revolutionary changes to Anantapur landscape, says MA&UD Minister
Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development P. Narayana on Friday said that the State government is determined to bring revolutionary changes to the urban landscape of Anantapur despite financial constraints. The Minister, who took part in the 'Suparipalana Tholi Adugu' initiative here, said that Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's administration has proved to be a landmark of sorts in giving good governance. 'As part of our election promises, we are delivering roads, maintenance of drainage system, drinking water, and a plethora of welfare schemes to the people irrespective of political affiliations,' he added. Mr. Narayana asserted that the government is focusing on key welfare programmes, which include free LPG cylinders, NTR Bharosa pensions, revival of Anna Canteens, and Thalliki Vandanam, apart from the mega DSC for the recruitment of teachers. He highlighted that women and youth employment were accorded utmost importance, in addition to the revival of mega irrigation projects such as Polavaram and Handri Neeva, and other projects linked to ports, finishing harbours and airports, steel plants and railway lines. 'Industries would always remain the backbone of the economic revival. Very soon, we are going to change the face of the State,' the Minister said. Later, the Minister reviewed the civic works under the Anantapur corporation and other municipalities in the district. At a review meeting with officials of housing and the municipal departments, the Minister directed them to identify availability of additional lands within the Anantapur Hindupur Urban Development Authority (AHUDA) limits for developing MIG Layouts and boost urban infrastructure. He reiterated that the officials should focus on quality land close to urban centres and be ready with plans to create roads, drainage, and other basic facilities for the proposed layouts. Mr. Narayana said that smaller municipalities would also get special attention and receive funds to ground balanced development.
Hans India
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Govt keen to address people's problems: MP
Eluru: State development is possible only under the capable governance of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, said MP Putta Mahesh Kumar. He inaugurated the 'First Step in Good Governance' programme at MRC Colony here on Wednesday, organised under the leadership of MLA Badeti Radhakrishna to mark one year of the coalition government coming to power. APCOB Chairman Ganni Veeranjaneyulu, Municipal Corporation Chairperson Shaik Noorjahan, Eluru Urban Development Corporation Chairman Peddiboyina Sivaprasad, APSRTC Zone Chairman Reddy Appalanaidu, officials, coalition leaders, and public representatives participated in the programme and distributed pamphlets door-to- door. MP Putta Mahesh Kumar explained the developmental and welfare initiatives undertaken by the coalition government in its first year under the leadership of Naidu. As part of the door-to-door campaign, the MP enquired about public issues and directed officials to take prompt action for their resolution. Speaking at a media meet afterward, Mahesh Kumar stated that under the Talli Ki Vandanam scheme, the government deposited Rs 15,000 per student directly into the accounts of their mothers. He further informed that under the NTR Bharosa scheme, the government is providing Rs 4,000 per month to the elderly and widows, Rs 6,000 to the disabled and leprosy patients, Rs 10,000 to kidney, liver, and thalassemia patients, and Rs 15,000 to the completely disabled. He clarified that under the Deepam-2 scheme, every eligible household is being provided with three free LPG cylinders per year. In addition to implementing various welfare schemes, the government has also accelerated the construction works of Amaravati Capital and the Polavaram Project, the MP said.
