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Time of India
26-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel attends Niti Aayog governing council meet in Delhi
Gandhinagar: Speaking at the 10th governing council meeting of Niti Aayog in Delhi on Saturday, chief minister Bhupendra Patel said that the Gujarat State Institution for Transformation (GRIT) will institutionalise the vision of achieving the goals set for 2047. GRIT has been modelled on the lines of Niti Aayog. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the governing council meeting of Niti Aayog. Quoting the CM, an official statement said that a digital dashboard and over 500 key performance indicators (KPIs) will be implemented for data-driven decision-making as part of the monitoring mechanism of the Viksit Gujarat@2047 vision. The CM said that under the development of the implementation roadmap, strategies are being developed to implement projects in key sectors like water resources, agriculture, energy, sports, health, school education, and skill development. Patel added that under the regional economic planning segment, the Surat Economic Region Development Master Plan is underway, and Regional Economic Master Plans are being prepared for five additional regions across the state. Poll Do you think the implementation of over 500 key performance indicators (KPIs) will improve governance in Gujarat? Yes, it will help No, it won't make a difference Patel stated that Gujarat has prioritised green growth and renewable energy in alignment with the Union govt's vision. He added that under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the state completed 3.36 lakh solar rooftop installations, accounting for 34% of the total installations under this scheme in the country. The meeting in Delhi was attended by chief ministers of all states. State chief secretary Pankaj Joshi also attended the Niti Aayog governing council meeting, the statement added.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Gujarat chief minister Nitin Patel attends Niti Aayog governing council meet in Delhi
Gandhinagar: Speaking at the 10th governing council meeting of in Delhi on Saturday, chief minister Bhupendra Patel said that the Gujarat State Institution for Transformation (GRIT) will institutionalise the vision of achieving the goals set for 2047. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now GRIT has been modelled on the lines of Niti Aayog. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the governing council meeting of Niti Aayog. Quoting the CM, an official statement said that a digital dashboard and over 500 key performance indicators (KPIs) will be implemented for data-driven decision-making as part of the monitoring mechanism of the Viksit Gujarat@2047 vision. The CM said that under the development of the implementation roadmap, strategies are being developed to implement projects in key sectors like water resources, agriculture, energy, sports, health, school education, and skill development. Patel added that under the regional economic planning segment, the Surat Economic Region Development Master Plan is underway, and Regional Economic Master Plans are being prepared for five additional regions across the state. Patel stated that Gujarat has prioritised green growth and renewable energy in alignment with the Union govt's vision. He added that under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the state completed 3.36 lakh solar rooftop installations, accounting for 34% of the total installations under this scheme in the country. The meeting in Delhi was attended by chief ministers of all states. State chief secretary Pankaj Joshi also attended the Niti Aayog governing council meeting, the statement added.
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
CM seeks Centre's support for defence mfg hub, RE projects
Vijayawada: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday met several Union ministers here and sought the Centre's support for defence manufacturing hub, renewable energy projects, and a major water transfer project. In his meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Naidu presented a strategic vision to position Andhra Pradesh as a national hub for defence manufacturing and aerospace innovation. The proposals include development of integrated defence facilities, revival of critical manufacturing units, support for indigenous aviation programmes, establishment of testing and training centres, and creation of thematic defence hubs. "We discussed a comprehensive roadmap for Andhra Pradesh to emerge as a cornerstone of India's defence and aerospace future. With proposals ranging from thematic defence hubs and DRDO-linked Centres of Excellence to strategic infrastructure and policy innovations, Andhra Pradesh is fully geared to contribute to Atmanirbhar Bharat," the Chief Minister said. Naidu also met Union New and Renewable Energy Minister Prahlad Joshi and urged him to allocate rooftop solar capacity under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. He requested the Minister to expedite approval of the proposals submitted by state electricity distribution companies (DISCOMs) in January. "With the Centre's support, we will reduce energy costs, empower our people, and lead India's clean energy transition. We will transform AP into a green energy hub," Naidu, a key ally of the NDA, said. The Chief Minister said the State had set a target of installing 20 lakh rooftop solar units by 2025. Under the scheme, SC/ST households will receive free rooftop solar systems, while backward caste households will get Rs 10,000 per kWp subsidy for up to 2kWp installations. The state's Clean Energy Policy 2024-29 targets an additional 72.6 GW of renewable energy, including 40 GW of solar power. Naidu expressed confidence that with the Centre's support, Andhra Pradesh can set a national benchmark in inclusive renewable energy adoption. Rs 80k-cr Banakacharla link project game changer Naidu also met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman and Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil and submitted a proposal for the Polavaram–Banakacharla Link project. He sought support for the massive Rs 80,000-crore project. The Chief Minister said the project is aimed at diverting surplus Godavari floodwater to drought-affected areas in Andhra Pradesh through a three-part water transfer system. It includes the Bollapalle reservoir, lift irrigation systems, and tunnels through the Nallamala hills. He said the project supports national missions like Jal Jeevan, Blue Revolution, and Make in India. He also highlighted Andhra Pradesh's rightful access to surplus water as a downstream state after bifurcation. According to him, the Detailed Project Report (DPR) will be submitted soon and requested timely approvals to move the project forward. 'This project is a game changer for Andhra Pradesh's irrigation sector. No one should have any objection to the project as we will tap water flowing into the sea,' Naidu told the media after the meetings. The Chief Minister also met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and requested him to include Amaravati as capital city in the AP Reorganisation Act, 2014.
New Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Andhra CM Naidu seeks Centre's backing for key energy, water, defence projects
NEW DELHI: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu met three Union ministers on Friday, pushing for central support on key initiatives including renewable energy expansion, a defence manufacturing hub, and a major water transfer project aimed at drought mitigation in the state. In his talks with Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi, Naidu urged swift approval of state DISCOM proposals and allocation of rooftop solar capacity under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The state aims to install 20 lakh rooftop solar units by 2025, offering free systems to Schedule Caste and Schedule Tribe households and subsidies for backward caste families. 'Had a fruitful meeting... With the Centre's support, we will reduce energy costs, empower our people, and lead India's clean energy transition,' Naidu posted on X. Andhra Pradesh's Clean Energy Policy 2024–29 targets 72.6 GW in additional renewable capacity, including 40 GW of solar.
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Business Standard
23-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Andhra CM Naidu seeks Centre's support for solar and defence projects
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday met three Union ministers here and sought the Centre's support for the state's renewable energy initiatives, a defence manufacturing hub proposal and a major water transfer project. In his meeting with Union New and Renewable Energy Minister Prahlad Joshi, Naidu requested for the allocation of rooftop solar capacity under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and urged expediting approval of the proposals submitted by state electricity distribution companies (DISCOMs) in January. "Had a fruitful meeting... With the Centre's support, we will reduce energy costs, empower our people, and lead India's clean energy transition," Naidu, a key ally of the NDA, said in a post on X after meeting Joshi. The chief minister has set a target of installing 20 lakh rooftop solar units by 2025. Under the scheme, SC/ST households will receive free rooftop solar systems, while backward caste households will get Rs 10,000 per kWp subsidy for up to 2kWp installations. The state's Clean Energy Policy 2024-29 targets an additional 72.6 GW of renewable energy, including 40 GW of solar power. In a separate meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Naidu presented a strategic vision to position Andhra Pradesh as a national hub for defence manufacturing and aerospace innovation, an official statement said. The proposals include development of integrated defence facilities, revival of critical manufacturing units, support for indigenous aviation programmes, establishment of testing and training centres, and creation of thematic defence hubs, it said. "We discussed a comprehensive roadmap for Andhra Pradesh to emerge as a cornerstone of India's defence and aerospace future. With proposals ranging from thematic defence hubs and DRDO-linked Centres of Excellence to strategic infrastructure and policy innovations, Andhra Pradesh is fully geared to contribute to Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Grateful for his encouraging response and assurance of full support," the chief minister said in a post on X after meeting the defence minister. Naidu also underlined the state's readiness -- with its strong infrastructure base, skilled workforce, and proactive policy environment -- to play a leading role in advancing the Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission through self-reliant defence production and innovation, the statement said. During his meeting with Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil, Naidu submitted a proposal for the Polavaram-Banakacherla link project. The project aims to divert surplus Godavari floodwater to the drought-affected areas through a three-part water transfer system, including the Bollapalle reservoir, lift irrigation systems, and tunnels through the Nallamala hills. Naidu said the project supports national missions like Jal Jeevan, Blue Revolution, and Make in India, while highlighting Andhra Pradesh's rightful access to surplus water as a downstream state after bifurcation, the statement said. "Met Union Jal Shakti Minister Shri @CRPaatil today to discuss effective measures to enhance water security in drought-affected areas of Andhra Pradesh. "The Polavaram-Banakacherla initiative focuses on sustainable solutions to support irrigation, drinking water, and regional growth. Sought the Centre's full support to take this forward under our long-term vision for #SwarnaAndhra2047," Naidu posted on X. Assuring that a detailed project report (DPR) would be submitted soon, Naidu requested timely approval for the project, the statement said. Union Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu and TDP MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu were present during the meetings.
