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New Indian Express
16 hours ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Approval from TDP HQ necessary to admit leaders, Andhra CM Naidu says
VIJAYAWADA: As the induction of leaders from other parties into the coalition is creating minor rifts between the TDP-JSP-BJP cadres at times, TDP supremo N Chandrababu Naidu has directed the leaders to inform the party central office before doing that. In a release issued on Saturday, TDP State president Palla Srinivasa Rao said as per the directions of the party supremo it is mandatory to inform the party central office before inviting leaders from other parties into the TDP fold. Mentioning that the central office will critically analyse the leaders willing to join the TDP, Palla said Naidu gave clear instructions that induction of leaders from other parties should take place only with the approval of the central leadership. The TDP State chief asked the leaders serving in different positions in the party to make a note of the directions issued by the TDP supremo. In fact, admitting former YSRCP leader and Visakha Dairy Chairman Adari Anand Kumar into the BJP sparked a row with the TDP taking serious exception to it.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Invite leaders from other parties to TDP only after a thorough check of their background: Naidu
TDP national president N. Chandrababu Naidu has asked leaders to furnish information related to those keen on joining the party to its central office and invite them only after proper inquiry is done into their background and political allegiances. TDP State president and Gajuwaka MLA Palla Srinivasa Rao said in a press release that the TDP leaders should be cautious in welcoming leaders from other parties, as some of them could harm the party, therefore, a thorough check was essential. Mr. Naidu's advice assumed significance in the context of the exhortation by him in the Mahanadu held in Kadapa in May that the party should be wary of the presence of coverts and çriminals in its ranks, and the damage likely to be caused by them. He had observed that the TDP was doing politics in an era when leaders with ulterior motives would stoop to any extent, as low as getting their rivals murdered, citing the cold-blooded killing of former MP Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy as an example.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Over 550 players participating in Visakhapatnam district-level badminton tournament
The five-day Visakhapatnam District Badminton Championship-2025 was inaugurated at the S3 Sports Arena in MVP Colony, here on Saturday. The tournament is organised by the Shuttle Badminton Association of Visakhapatnam District (SBAD). This championship serves as the district selection trials for the under-11, 13, 15, 17, 19 boys and girls, and men and women categories to represent Visakhapatnam at the State-level badminton championship. As per the organisers, over 550 players from across the district are participating, making it one of the largest district-level selections in recent years. State TDP president Palla Srinivasa Rao attended the event as the chief guest. During his address, he highlighted the Andhra Pradesh government's latest G.O. to encourage professional athletes through significant cash awards and assured that under the Swarnandhra Vision 2029, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is focused on making the State a leader in sports development. He also emphasised the new policy of 3 per cent reservation in government jobs for achievers in sports. Mayor, Peela Srinivasa Rao affirmed Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation's (GVMC) commitment to improving sports facilities in the city. MLA Velagapudi Ramakrishna Babu, Visakhapatnam South MLA Ch. Vamsikrishna Srinivas, CEO of Andhra Pradesh Badminton Association (APBA) and executive president of SBAVD, Ch. Srinivasa Rao, also attended the event.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Council demands appointment of GVMC Commissioner
Visakhapatnam: The demand for the appointment of GVMC Commissioner for the civic body united not just the YSRCP public representatives but also the public representatives of alliance parties at the council meeting. Organised for the first time in Visakhapatnam on Friday after Peela Srinivasa Rao took charge as GVMC Mayor, the YSRCP corporators entered the council hall displaying placards highlighting the same demand. For the first time, the alliance corporators extended support to the YSRCP corporators in appointing the GVMC Commissioner. YSRCP MP Golla Babu Rao raised the issue in the meeting and it was supported by Visakhapatnam north constituency P Vishnu Kumar Raju. 'With Visakhapatnam being one of the most recognised cities across the world, it has been months since the GVMC Commissioner was appointed,' the MLA mentioned. YSRCP corporators wondered how the city could be considered as a financial capital of Andhra Pradesh if the GVMC Commissioner itself is yet to be appointed. 'It is practically difficult for district Collector and GVMC in-charge Commissioner MN Harendhira Prasad to focus on the corporation as he is quite busy with administration engagements,' they stated. Speaking at the council meeting, TDP State president and Gajuwaka MLA Palla Srinivasa Rao assured that the appointment of the new Commissioner for the corporation would be taken to the notice of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and efforts will be taken to appoint in the next few days. 'Compared to the corporation budget in North Eastern states, GVMC is allocated with a higher budget. Efforts will be taken to appoint a young and capable Commissioner for it,' Palla Srinivasa Rao assured. Meanwhile, ward corporators explained issues in their respective wards to Mayor Peela Srinivasa Rao and appealed to him to resolve them at the earliest by visiting the wards. During the meeting, Ward 20 corporator Muvvala Lakshmi Suresh protested by climbing on a chair. She alleged that the coalition party leaders had occupied a park in her ward. However, Mayor Peela Srinivasa Rao warned her that action would be taken if she did not step down from the chair. Announcing that a council meeting will be held once in every 45 days, the Mayor underlined that equal opportunity will be given to all corporators in the council meeting irrespective of the party they belong to. 'Also, I will be available for the corporators on all working days and they can get their problems resolved,' the Mayor assured.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Provide proper amenities to devotees taking part in ‘Giri Pradakshina' of Simhachalam temple, BJP MLA urges GVMC officials
Visakhapatnam North MLA P. Vishnu Kumar Raju has urged the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) to ensure basic amenities to devotees participating in the 'Giri Pradakshina' of Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy, Simhachalam, scheduled on July 9. He noted that the arrangements for the annual ritual were not up to the mark last year and also alleged that the devotees faced inconvenience. He also reminded that it is the responsibility of the corporation to ensure proper drinking water, toilets, good roads and illumination to devotees without fail. He was speaking during the zero-hour of the council meeting here on Friday, chaired by the newly-elected Mayor Peela Srinivasa Rao and District Collector and in-charge GVMC Commissioner M.N. Harendhira Prasad. Mr. Vishnu Kumar Raju, represents the North constituency, which covers some part of the 'Giri Pradakshina' trek route. He alleged that colonies like NGGOs Colony and a few others did not even have proper street lighting for devotees who walk the entire night. 'Even the drinking water was not supplied properly. There were no staff to supply drinking water after 12 a.m. How can the devotees manage?. The number of bio toilets being arranged for the devotees are completely inadequate' he said, asking the corporation to make elaborate arrangements this time. A wide variety of civic issues were brought to light during the zero-hour of the council meeting. Along with Vishnu Kumar Raju, other public elected representatives like State TDP president Palla Srinivasa Rao, Rajya Sabha member Golla Babu Rao and corporators spoke about several issues. Need for roads Mr. Palla Srinivasa Rao said stressed the need for constructing good roads on the outskirts of the city and merged villages in the corporation. He pointed out that though the corporation growing leaps and bounds, some areas like Akkireddipalem and a few others still have bad roads. He also stressed on the need for development of road between Vantillu Junction and Y-Junction under Gajuwaka limits. Proper drainage system The MLA also stated that due to lack of proper drainage system, an industry in Ward No. 68 has been releasing effluents to the agricultural fields, which is affecting a number of farmers. He urged the Mayor and the Collector to visit the area and ensure solution to the victims. TDP corporator K Hanok has asked the corporation to take steps to reduce traffic congestions in the city. He has sought to increase free-lefts at major traffic junctions and suggested to utilise green-belt area if necessary for expansions. YSRCP corporators Allu Shankar Rao and P.V. Suresh mentioned about alleged unauthorised constructions in the city and also encroachments of government lands. Mr. Suresh alleged negligence on the part of the GVMC officials in taking action in this regard. BJP Corporator (ward 48) Gangula Kavitha reported increase in thefts of vehicle parts, lack of proper illumination and drinking water issues on hillock areas in her ward. YSRCP corporator Bipin Jain questioned why was the food court not removed despite the GVMC council twice passing the resolution. Mr. Golla Babu Rao said that the NDA government should not neglect Visakhapatnam focusing on Amaravati.
