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The Hindu
11-08-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Eluru MP takes up farmers' issues, key infrastructure projects with Prime Minister
Eluru MP Putta Mahesh Kumar has taken up the concerns of palm oil and cocoa farmers, along with several long-pending infrastructure projects, directly with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a meeting in Parliament on Monday. In a press statement, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MP said he urged the Centre to address the challenges faced by palm oil farmers through swift action on pricing and support measures. He noted that discussions with Union Ministers on these matters have been receiving positive responses. Highlighting recent progress on the long-delayed Kovvur–Bhadrachalam railway line, Mr. Mahesh Kumar expressed satisfaction over its sanctioning and completion of the Detailed Project Report (DPR). The Railway Minister, he said, has assured that works will commence soon, benefiting the people of Chintalapudi, Polavaram, Uttarandhra, and both Godavari districts. The MP also confirmed that 12 Railway Over Bridges (ROBs) have been approved by the Centre, with land acquisition to be completed within two to three months under the supervision of the District Collector. The Union Government has agreed to release funds for the process, and he has sought approval for four more ROBs in the Kaikalur Assembly constituency. On tobacco farmer concerns, Mr. Mahesh Kumar said he urged the Union Commerce Minister to remove the ceiling limit on procurement and allow the sale of excess produce. The Minister has assured that an order will be issued in the coming week. Regarding the palm oil sector, the MP said efforts are under way to secure a fixed price to safeguard farmers' interests. He reiterated his commitment to raising all pending projects and constituency issues during the current parliamentary session and following them up with Union Ministers until approvals and funds are secured.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
MP Tejasvi Surya presents 15-point action plan to transform Bengaluru
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Saturday proposed a comprehensive 15-point agenda aimed at modernising the city's civic administration, traffic management and public transport systems. The action plan was sent for consideration by Surya as Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar today convened a meeting of Bengaluru 's MPs and MLAs to deliberate on urgent issues concerning the city's infrastructure. Surya is currently en route to the United States as part of an all-party parliamentary delegation. According to a statement issued by Surya's office, the MP has suggested formation of a Bengaluru 2050 Vision Group, a think tank comprising domain experts, civic leaders and elected representatives to chart a long-term, future-ready roadmap for Bengaluru. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Gorgeous Female Athletes Ranked. But Did We Get It Right? Click Here He sought for technology-driven traffic management initiatives to decongest city roads through smart signals, real-time monitoring, AI-based interventions and better traffic flow optimisation on high-density corridors. Surya stressed on revamp of public transport services, including strengthening BMTC, integrating last-mile connectivity, promoting multi-modal transport options and accelerating Metro and Suburban Rail projects alongside 4,500 new electric buses under the PM-eBus Sewa scheme . Live Events He also emphasised on strengthening of BMLTA (Bengaluru Metropolitan Land Transport Authority) as the sole nodal agency for all mobility-related planning, execution and coordination. In addition to these, Surya's 15-point agenda covers a wide range of measures, including upgradation of key arterial and sub-arterial roads, execution of long-pending infrastructure works like flyovers, underpasses and ROBs (Railway Over Bridges) with strict deadlines, traffic engineering and junction decongestion initiatives and development of footpaths and pedestrian-friendly zones. "It also includes scientific overhaul of stormwater drains to prevent waterlogging and flooding, implementation of the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project with a dedicated, full-time MD for K-RIDE, and operationalisation of a city-level war room for traffic management and project coordination," he stated. Surya also called for local body elections, while highlighting the importance of opening of decongestion routes, including the NICE Road--Mysore Road link and Whitefield--Airport alternate corridors. In his letter to Shivakumar, he said, "The 15-point program has been formulated to address some of Bengaluru's most pressing and visible challenges, including traffic congestion, deteriorating civic infrastructure, environmental degradation, and gaps in local governance and institutional accountability. "I look forward to your positive consideration of the above and hope to see a welcome change in our approach to urban governance."
Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya proposes plan to transform Bengaluru, manage traffic
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Saturday proposed a comprehensive 15-point agenda aimed at modernising the city's civic administration, traffic management and public transport systems. The action plan was sent for consideration by Surya as Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar today convened a meeting of Bengaluru's MPs and MLAs to deliberate on urgent issues concerning the city's infrastructure. Surya is currently en route to the United States as part of an all-party parliamentary delegation. According to a statement issued by Surya's office, the MP has suggested formation of a Bengaluru 2050 Vision Group, a think tank comprising domain experts, civic leaders and elected representatives to chart a long-term, future-ready roadmap for Bengaluru. He sought for technology-driven traffic management initiatives to decongest city roads through smart signals, real-time monitoring, AI-based interventions and better traffic flow optimisation on high-density corridors. Surya stressed on revamp of public transport services, including strengthening BMTC, integrating last-mile connectivity, promoting multi-modal transport options and accelerating Metro and Suburban Rail projects alongside 4,500 new electric buses under the PM-eBus Sewa scheme. He also emphasised on strengthening of BMLTA (Bengaluru Metropolitan Land Transport Authority) as the sole nodal agency for all mobility-related planning, execution and coordination. In addition to these, Surya's 15-point agenda covers a wide range of measures, including upgradation of key arterial and sub-arterial roads, execution of long-pending infrastructure works like flyovers, underpasses and ROBs (Railway Over Bridges) with strict deadlines, traffic engineering and junction decongestion initiatives and development of footpaths and pedestrian-friendly zones. "It also includes scientific overhaul of stormwater drains to prevent waterlogging and flooding, implementation of the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project with a dedicated, full-time MD for K-RIDE, and operationalisation of a city-level war room for traffic management and project coordination," he stated. Surya also called for local body elections, while highlighting the importance of opening of decongestion routes, including the NICE Road--Mysore Road link and Whitefield--Airport alternate corridors. In his letter to Shivakumar, he said, "The 15-point program has been formulated to address some of Bengaluru's most pressing and visible challenges, including traffic congestion, deteriorating civic infrastructure, environmental degradation, and gaps in local governance and institutional accountability. "I look forward to your positive consideration of the above and hope to see a welcome change in our approach to urban governance."
