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Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Rs 24.62 cr sanctioned for road works
Rajamahendravaram: A sum of Rs 24.62 crore has been sanctioned through NABARD for the development of roads in East Godavari district, covering 13 specific projects. According to a statement released on Wednesday by district collector P Prasanthi, the funds have been allocated for construction and repair works covering a total of 38.61 kilometres across seven constituencies in the district. In Anaparthi constituency, Rs 3.20 crore has been sanctioned for the reconstruction of the Marripudi–RB Patnam road in Rangampeta mandal and the Duppalapudi–Kapavaram road in Anaparthi mandal. In Rajahmundry Rural constituency, Rs 3.30 crore have been allocated for road works from Kathethu bathing ghat in Rajahmundry Rural mandal and roads in Jerugupadu, Kadiyam, K Savaram, and Madhavarayudupalem villages in Kadiyam mandal. In Rajanagaram constituency, Rs 3.25 crore has been allotted for a 3.05 kms stretch up to Purushottamapatnam in Seethanagaram mandal. In Gokavaram mandal, Rs 1.50 crore has been sanctioned for 2.80 kms of road up to R Yerrapalem. Gopalapuram constituency will receive Rs 3.30 crore for road development between Chodavaram–Gundepalli and Kancherlagudem–Sanjeevapuram in Nallajerla mandal. In the Kovvur constituency, RS 2.70 crore has been granted for the construction of the BT road from Penakanametta to Kumaradevaram in the Kovvur mandal. In the Nidadavole constituency, Rs 7.37 crore have been sanctioned for various road works, including Paidimarru–Satyavada in Undrajavaram mandal, Kanuru–Nadupalli Kota in Peravali mandal, and Singavaram–Nandamuru in Nidadavole mandal, along with Kapavaram–Kothapalli Agraharam in Peravali mandal. The funds are part of the government's initiative to strengthen rural connectivity and infrastructure through NABARD assistance, with works expected to begin shortly across the approved locations, the collector stated.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Hans India
Yoga events planned at central prison, tourist spots
Rajamahendravaram: East Godavari district collector P Prasanthi announced on Sunday the launch of the 'Yogandhra Calendar' as part of the district's yoga awareness campaign. The initiative is in line with the 'Yogandhra Pradesh' calendar issued by the state government and is aimed at promoting yoga as a daily practice across all sections of society. As per the plan, starting from Monday, until June 20, yoga sessions will be held each day with participation from different occupational and social groups across the district. These sessions will be conducted under the direct supervision of trained and certified yoga instructors to ensure proper guidance and maximum benefit for the participants. Collector Prasanthi further announced that, on June 21, International Yoga Day celebrations will be held in Visakhapatnam with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expected to attend the event. In a special initiative, the state government has instructed that a state-level yoga programme be held on May 27, Tuesday inside the Central Jail and other prisons in East Godavari district, involving inmates who have undergone yoga training. Additionally, yoga practice sessions are scheduled to be conducted at four popular tourist destinations in the district. These include Saraswati Ghat, Rajamahendravaram on June 1; Satyadeva Nursery in Kadiyam on June 7; the sacred site of Goshpada Kshetram in Kovvur on June 14; and Nagaravanam, Diwancheruvu on June 20. To further promote yoga among the public, competitions will be held across the district up to International Yoga Day. Winners from these district-level events will be allowed to participate in the main Yogandhra Pradesh celebrations in Visakhapatnam in the presence of the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister. Meanwhile, following the instructions of East Godavari district collector Prasanthi, Superintendent of the Central Jail S Rahul announced that the yoga session will be held from 7 am to 8 am on Tuesday and will include around 1,500 participants. These will comprise approximately 1,300 inmates, as well as jail officials, guarding staff, ministerial employees, public representatives, and other officials. The session will be conducted under the guidance of certified yoga instructors to ensure safe and effective practice. On Sunday, joint collector S Chinna Ramudu and Rajamahendravaram RDO R Krishna Naik visited the Central Jail to inspect the arrangements. They reviewed the preparations and provided necessary instructions to the prison authorities to ensure the successful conduct of the event.
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Celebration marks RMC annual awards function
Rajamahendravaram: The Rajamahendravaram Municipal Corporation (RMC) hosted its inaugural RMC annual awards ceremony on Thursday night with grandeur at the BVR Sri Convention Hall on Gadalammanagar Road. Municipal Commissioner Ketan Garg presided over the event, while District Collector P Prasanthi, Joint Collector S ChinnaRamudu, and SP D Narasinha Kishore graced the occasion as chief guests. The celebration featured vibrant cultural programmes, including music and dance performances by municipal officials and staff, creating a festive atmosphere. The cultural displays, especially the dance performances by employees, were the highlight of the evening. Speaking on the occasion, Collector Prasanthi said that such events offer a welcome break and refreshments for officials and staff who work under constant pressure. She noted that the awards not only boost morale but also instill a sense of responsibility. She urged everyone to maintain the same level of dedication and continue working wholeheartedly for public welfare. Commending Commissioner Ketan Garg, she appreciated the initiative for combining vision-driven governance with uplifting programmes for staff well-being. Commissioner Ketan Garg stated that the objective of the event was to recognise the dedication and excellence of officials and staff who have excelled in their duties. He explained the corporation's achievements over the past year in areas such as revenue generation and the Swachh Andhra initiative, attributing this success to the collective efforts of all departments. Expressing confidence in continued teamwork, he expressed hope that RMC would soon become the top municipal body in the state. Outstanding performers from the Revenue, Engineering, Health, and City Planning departments were honoured with certificates and cash awards. Staff from various ward secretariats across the city were also recognised for their contributions. Among the dignitaries present were RDO Krishna Naik, Regional Director of Municipal Administration Naga Narasimha Rao, APEPDCL SE Tilak, Additional Commissioner PV Ramalingeswara Rao, Deputy Commissioner S Venkata Ramana, Secretary G Shailaja Valli, SE (Engineering) MCH Koteshwar Rao, EE Madarsha Ali, City Planner G Kotayya, MHO Dr Vinuthna, Manager MD Abdul Malik, Revenue Officer Ch Srinivasa Rao and others participated.
Hans India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Take acknowledgment, officials urge PGRS complainants
Rajamahendravaram: East Godavari district collector P Prasanthi directed officials to ensure that all complaints received through the Public Grievance Redressal System (PGRS) are properly acknowledged and that complainants receive confirmation. She said that a state-level audit report revealed that around 50% of complainants had not received endorsements for their grievances. She spoke at a PGRS grievance redressal session held at the Collectorate on Monday. The collector said that most grievances received through PGRS were related to the Revenue and Survey departments, followed by Police, Panchayat Raj, and Municipal departments. During the PGRS session, the Revenue department received 127 complaints, Panchayat Raj 40, Police 30, Agriculture 16, and various other departments 73. The collector distributed artificial limbs worth Rs 25,000 to four beneficiaries, provided by the District Rehabilitation Centre for Differently-Abled Persons. A woman from Garikapatnam in Korukonda mandal complained that despite having her husband's death certificate, the village secretariat staff were denying her a pension. D Vijaya Shiva Keerthi, a differently-abled woman from Rajamahendravaram, said her disability pension was stopped because her brother secured a government job. She requested that she be identified separately in the family mapping process and be granted a pension. Srinivasa Rao alleged corruption and irregularities in Hukumpeta Gram Panchayat and sought an inquiry. Joint collector S Chinna Ramudu, DRO T Sitarama Murthy, CPO L Appala Konda, and DRDA PD NVVS Murthy attended the programme. Meanwhile, Municipal Commissioner Ketan Garg instructed officials to ensure the timely and satisfactory resolution of PGRS complaints. A total of 27 grievances were received during the PGRS session held at the Municipal Office on Monday. Garg stressed that the government prioritises resolving public issues. Residents of VAMBAY Apartments in Aava Road submitted a petition requesting the construction of drainage for Blocks 6, 7, and 8. Another resident, Rella Bindu from Rajendranagar, complained that she was being charged a tax for a tap connection that does not exist in her house.
Hans India
12-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Officials told to ensure transparent supply of PDS rice
Rajamahendravaram: East Godavari district collector P Prasanthi has instructed officials to implement a robust action plan to ensure a transparent and efficient supply of PDS (Public Distribution System) rice without any irregularities. She said that adequate stocks of fortified rice, specified for PDS, should be maintained well before the start of the Rabi season. During a review meeting on Rabi paddy procurement, CMR (Custom Milled Rice) targets, PDS rice distribution, kernel variety, and stock availability, the collector directed officials to ensure the availability of fortified rice for public distribution. This fortified rice is essential to restore the micronutrients lost during the milling and processing of paddy and to add additional vitamins and minerals for better nutritional value, she said. Collector Prasanthi stressed that the fortified rice must be mixed in specified proportions with the PDS rice distributed to the public. She directed officials to inspect CMR mills to verify paddy stocks, the rice produced through milling, and the existing stock at these mills to ensure compliance with fortified rice standards. The district has so far received 1,258.664 metric tonnes of fortified rice, of which 232 metric tonnes have been distributed locally, and 67 metric tonnes have been sent to Nellore. The remaining stock is stored in district godowns. She highlighted the importance of vigilance and enforcement monitoring in the PDS transportation system to prevent any malpractices. Joint collector S Chinna Ramudu, In-charge District Civil Supplies Officer M Prem Kumar, and District Manager T Radhika, and others were present.
