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Hans India
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- Business
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Ration shops reopened in line with public demand: Minister BC Janardhan Reddy
Banaganapalle: In a move aligned with public sentiment, the coalition government has reopened fair price shops across the state starting today. Minister for Roads & Buildings, Investments, and Infrastructure, BC Janardhan Reddy, inaugurated the reopening of ration shops near the old bus stand in Banaganapalle town. Speaking at the event, the Minister stated that the decision to resume operations of the ration shops from June 1 was taken after extensive public feedback gathered through the IVRS (Interactive Voice Response System). 'The previous system of mobile ration distribution caused significant inconvenience to beneficiaries due to the lack of fixed timings and proper planning,' he said. He criticized the earlier government's approach of distributing ration through vehicles parked randomly on roads, forcing beneficiaries to stand in long queues without a clear schedule. 'People were put to hardship. It was never true door delivery; rather, it was centralized distribution at locations chosen by dealers and at timings of their convenience,' he noted. The newly reopened ration shops will operate with fixed hours and will remain open for 15 days each month, providing greater flexibility and accessibility for beneficiaries. Beneficiaries will be allowed to collect their ration from any shop during this period. Minister Janardhan Reddy further announced that special provisions are being made to deliver ration directly to the homes of the elderly and persons with disabilities who are unable to visit the shops. Strict action will be taken against dealers who fail to adhere to the new timing regulations. 'If necessary, we will suspend those who violate operational guidelines,' the Minister warned. In Banaganapalle mandal alone, there are 30,685 ration cardholders, of whom 2,665 will receive doorstep delivery of essential commodities as part of the initiative. Also present at the event were Banaganapalle Tahsildar Narayana Reddy and Deputy Civil Supplies Officer Nageswara Reddy, who extended their support to the new measures. The government's renewed focus on structured and accessible public distribution reflects its commitment to transparency, efficiency, and the welfare of ration beneficiaries.
New Indian Express
09-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Set benchmark in quality standards of roads: CM Chandrababu Naidu
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to ensure that roads in the State are constructed and maintained with the high quality standards. He emphasised the need to fast-track all ongoing road projects, and ensure that they are completed within specified deadlines. Naidu made it clear that every road project should have a set deadline, and be completed on time, especially before the onset of the monsoon. Andhra Pradesh's 8,744 km of State and National Highways should set a benchmark at the national level in terms of quality standards and maintenance, he said. Additionally, he instructed officials to develop 2,683 km of completely damaged roads in the State. The Chief Minister held a review meeting with the Roads & Buildings (R&B) Department officials at the State Secretariat on Thursday, and issued guidelines on several key aspects. He suggested that the R&B Department fill the 304 vacant Assistant Engineer posts. The officials informed the Chief Minister that 97% of works taken up at a cost of Rs 860 crore to make 20,060 km of roads pothole-free have been completed, and the remaining works will be finished by the end of this month. In all, 146 road projects spanning 3,510 km, and worth Rs 78,295 crore are underway. In the last financial year, 22 projects covering 546 km, and costing Rs 11,682 crore were completed. For 2025-26, 46 projects covering 1,186 km, and costing Rs 47,788 crore are to be executed under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, NHAI and R&B, they added.
Hans India
09-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
State highways must set benchmark at national level
Vijayawada: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed the officials to ensure that roads in the State are constructed and maintained with the highest standards. He emphasised the need to fast-track all the ongoing road projects and ensure they are completed within the specified deadlines. The CM made it clear that every road work must be completed on time, especially before the onset of the monsoon. Naidu stated that the State's 8,744 km of state and national highways must set a benchmark at the national level. Additionally, he instructed the officials to develop 2,683 km of completely dilapidated roads across the State. The Chief Minister held a review meeting with the Roads & Buildings (R&B) Department at the Secretariat on Thursday and issued guidelines. He suggested that the department fill the 304 vacant Assistant Engineer (AE) posts by utilizing the services of civil engineering staff currently working in village and ward secretariats. The officials have informed the CM that repair works aimed at making 20,060 km of roads pothole-free - undertaken with an allocation of Rs 860 crore - have been completed. They also reported that 146 road projects spanning 3,510 km and worth Rs 78,295 crore are currently underway under NHAI and MoRTH. In the financial year 2024–25, 22 projects covering 546 km and costing Rs 11,682 crore have been completed. For 2025–26, 46 projects covering 1,186 km and costing Rs 47,788 crore are planned to be completed under NHAI, MoRTH, and the R&B department.
Hans India
06-05-2025
- Sport
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Suhana wins national target ball c'ship
Banaganapalle: Sheikh Suhana, an eighth-grade student from Nehru English Medium High School, Banaganapalle, has brought laurels to Andhra Pradesh by playing a pivotal role in securing first place at the National Target Ball Championships held in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Recognising her achievement, Minister for Roads & Buildings, Investments, and Infrastructure BC Janardhan Reddy personally felicitated Suhana at his office on Monday. He praised her outstanding performance and lauded her contribution to the Andhra Pradesh team, which emerged as the national champion in the tournament conducted from April 25 to 29. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said Suhana's success is a matter of pride not only for the State but also for the Banaganapalle constituency. He commended her for earning a place in the State team and representing it with distinction at the national level. Janardhan Reddy also appreciated the role of Suhana's parents, the management of Nehru High School, and her physical education teachers in nurturing her talent. He assured that the State government remains committed to supporting and developing sports and young athletes. School correspondent Koduru Harinath Reddy, academic director Koduru Kamal Teja Reddy, managing director Koduru Raviteja Reddy, and the school's physical education staff also congratulated Suhana, expressing their happiness over her achievement.
Hans India
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Minister inaugurates overhead tank at Illuru Kottapeta
Banaganapalle: State Minister for Roads & Buildings, Investments, and Infrastructure, BC Janardhan Reddy on Monday inaugurated a newly constructed overhead storage tank at Illuru Kottapeta village. Aiming to ensure safe and secure drinking water for every household, the minister stated that under the Central Government's Jal Jeevan Mission, a drinking water scheme has been implemented with an allocation of Rs.35.60 lakh. To address the longstanding drinking water issues in Illuru Kottapeta, the government has constructed an overhead storage tank with a capacity of approximately 60,000 litres. Additionally, a new borewell with a capacity of 7.5 HP has been drilled, and drinking water will be supplied directly to every household through a dedicated pipeline network as part of this scheme. On this occasion, the villagers of Illuru Kottapeta extended a warm welcome to BC Janardhan Reddy during his visit. Several residents felicitated the him and presented him with books and pens as a token of appreciation. During the visit, he also offered prayers at the Sri Anjaneyaswamy temple in Illuru Kottapeta.
