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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
NDA leaders celebrate ‘triumph of democracy' day across Andhra Pradesh
Vijayawada: The national democratic alliance (NDA) in Andhra Pradesh — comprising of TDP, Jana Sena, and BJP — celebrated the completion of one year of the historic 2024 election victory on a grand scale across the state. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The celebrations echoed the festive spirit of Sankranti, with vibrant programs and messages of gratitude and commitment shared by the leaders. Chief minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu hailed June 4 as a landmark in AP's political history. Taking to social media platform X, he described it as "the day when dictatorship ended and democracy was restored". He emphasized that people's revolution against the previous YSRCP regime laid the foundation for the state's ongoing journey of welfare, development, and good governance. Deputy chief minister echoed similar sentiments in his post, calling June 4 "a day for public verdict, public awareness, and the protection of democracy". He noted that Jana Sena achieved a 100% strike rate in the elections and credited the NDA's success to the tireless efforts of party workers and the courage of AP people. Highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and Naidu's experience, he reaffirmed the alliance's goal of "building a golden Andhra by 2047" as part of the national vision of Vikasit Bharat. IT and HRD minister Nara Lokesh also thanked people for their unwavering support and emphasized that the govt is prioritizing welfare and development with renewed energy and commitment. "Exactly a year ago, democracy triumphed," he posted on X. Civil supplies minister Nadendla Manohar participated in traditional celebrations conducted by Jana Sena at Vijayawada. A Rangoli festival was conducted as part of the celebrations.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Celebrate the ‘Year of good governance' on June 4: Pawan Kalyan
Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh is set to celebrate a significant milestone on June 4, marking one year since the ousting of the YSRCP regime and the establishment of the coalition government. This period, dubbed by the ruling alliance as a year of 'Good governance' and 'Relief from a nightmare,' will be commemorated with festivities reminiscent of Sankranti and Diwali. Jana Sena Party supremo Pawan Kalyan has called upon party leaders, Veer Mahilas (women's wing), and cadres to celebrate this auspicious occasion. The party's central office has issued directives for widespread digital campaigns across social media platforms to promote the celebrations. On the morning of June 4 under the theme, 'A year since good governance began,' party members are encouraged to adorn their doorways with traditional Rangoli designs. Rangoli competitions for women will also be organised. In the evening, to signify 'A year since the nightmare ended,' participants are urged to light lamps and set off firecrackers, much like Diwali. Visuals of these celebrations are to be posted on social media, clearly communicated to all cadres. The NDA government, formed under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Centre and Nara Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan in the State, is now completing its first year of what it terms as 'Good governance.' This upcoming celebration aims to highlight this transition and the positive changes experienced by the people of Andhra Pradesh.
Hans India
7 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Panels formed for awareness on Yogandhra programmes
Bhimavaram: West Godavari district Collector Chadalawada Nagarani said that a massive plan is being formulated and implemented to make the Yogandhra programme a success in the district in accordance with the government's orders. On Thursday, she personally participated in a yoga training programme organised at Alluri Seetharamaraju Smritivanam here and practiced yoga asanas. After the training programme, she said that committees have been formed at the respective levels to organise extensive awareness programmes at the village, mandal and district levels. She said that people from all walks of life, including public representatives, officials, students, youth and voluntary organisations are participating in this programme. She said that a Yoga Street has been set up at the Alluri Seetharamaraju Smriti Vanam in the district headquarters and a programme is being organised every day. She said that rallies and awareness programmes are being organised by selecting a mandal every day. As part of the Yoga Month programme, one hundred master trainers have been selected and completed a three-day training to train 50 trainers each. They will provide training within the mandal and village limits. Yoga demonstrations will be organised with at least 5,000 people at identified tourist places. A large-scale yoga demonstration on boats was already completed on May 27 at Valandara dock on the banks of Vasishta Godavari. Steps have been taken to organise a large-scale yoga on the premises of the famous pilgrimage site Penugonda Vasavi Kanyaka Parameshwari temple. Yogandhra programmes will be organised grandly on June 9th at Perupalem Beach in Mogalthur mandal, on the 16th at Alluri Sitarama Raju Smriti Vanam in Bhimavaram, and on the 19th at DNR College in Bhimavaram and VNM College in Narasapuram with 5,000 people. All the people are requested to participate in large numbers and make it a success. Yoga competitions at various levels will be organised at village and ward levels. She said that the competitions started from May 26 and will end on May 30. At the mandal level, competitions will be held from June 2 to June 7 and at the district level from June 9 to June 14. The winners of the Best Yoga Song, Best Yoga Painting, Best Yoga Essay, etc will be announced and prizes will be given away on June 17 and 18. She said that Rangoli competitions will also be held on June 2. Preparations are being made for a large-scale yoga demonstration programme on the occasion of International Yoga Day on June 21. DEO E Narayana, District Tourism Officer AV Apparao, Arogyasri District Coordinator Dr Kirti Sravan, AYUSH Department's Dr Hari Srinivas, Yoga Master Trainees U Venkateswara Raju, P Bhavani, P Rohini, Isha Foundation, Bhimavaram Coordinator Dr D Vijaya, prominent social workers Kanteti Venkataraju, Alluri Seetharamaraju Seva Samiti Yoga Master BHV Satyanarayana Raju, local people, children, and others participated in this programme.
Hans India
26-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Call to participate in Yogandhra programme
Eluru: District joint collector P Dhatri Reddy has appealed to the people of Eluru district to participate in the International Yoga Day to be held on June 21 on a large scale. On Sunday, the joint collector held a meeting with the relevant officials here on the organisation of the Yogandhra programme. Speaking on the occasion, she said that 200 master trainees have already been trained in the district, and they have instructed the relevant officials to actively undertake the programme of training 10 more trainees in each secretariat. As many as 5,445 yoga trainees should be made available at the mandal level. Yogandhra competitions should be organised at the village, mandal and district levels. They should be organised at the village and ward levels from May 26th to 30th, at the mandal level from June 2nd to 7th, and at the district level from June 9th to 14th. Regarding the Rangoli competitions, she said that district officers of the respective departments have been appointed to organise competitions in each field under the auspices of ICDS and the Department of Education for students. Yoga programmes should be organised every day from 7 am to 8 am under the auspices of the Municipal Corporation and respective department-wise. Yoga streets should be set up in the remaining municipalities and yoga programmes should be organised without disrupting traffic. Similarly, to show the importance of Yogandhra, everyone should register through QR code or web to participate in the International Yoga Day celebrations on June 21st. She said that a target of registering about 8 lakh people in the district has been set. Accordingly, the concerned officials were advised to intensify the registration process. She clarified that on June 21st, people can participate in the programmes at the yoga centres set up near village and ward secretariats. The district joint collector said that everyone should register through QR code or website with the aim of large-scale participation of the people of Eluru district. It was advised to register through the link to participate in the International Yoga Day celebrations First, open the above link, click on Launch below on the next screen, and click on Register above on the next screen. It was explained that the following details will have to be entered in the next screen and finally confirmed with OTP. It was advised to include mobile number, Aadhaar number, date of birth and address for registration.
Fashion Network
25-04-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Rangoli to showcase desi brands at three fashion fairs this May
Business to customer fashion fair Rangoli will bring together a range of desi brands for five events in cities including Akola, Amravati, and Chhindwara this May, designed to cater to premium and wedding shoppers. From May 3 to 4, Rangoli will bring pan-India fashion labels to Akola for an event at the Hotel Shagun, the event organisers announced on Facebook. The event will then travel to Amravati for an edition at the Hotel Mehfil Inn from May 6 to 7 then set up shop in Chhindwara from May 9 to 10 at the city's Hotel Dev International. Rangoli will take place at Gondia's Hotel Grand Sita from May 12 to 13 then at Yavatmal at the Hotel Radhamangal Inn from May 15 to 16. The events will feature product categories ranging from bridal wear, occasion wear, and traditional wear to accessories, homeware, lifestyle goods, sleep wear, and handbags among others. The events aim to give up and coming brands a platform from which to reach new consumer demographics and give shoppers a chance to discover new labels. Rangoli launched its summer and wedding themed fashion exhibition in Sangli on April 24. The two day fair ran at the city's Hotel New Pride and featured a total of over 60 designers from across the country at its 32nd edition.
