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Indian Express
01-08-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
TDP rolls out one more Super Six promise, Annadata Sukhibhava for farmers to be launched tomorrow
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP)-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh is set to roll out its Annadata Sukhibhava scheme aimed at farmers from Saturday. A part of the 'Super Six' promises guaranteed by the TDP in its election manifesto, the scheme promises to give Rs 20,000 per year to farmers in the state, with support from the Centre. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will launch the scheme at Veerayapalem in Prakasam district on Saturday, and 46,85,838 farmers in the state are expected to benefit from it. Naidu said that the coalition government's promise of Rs 20,000 per year per farming family will be fulfilled through the Annadata Sukhibhava and PM Kisan schemes. Along with an annual aid of Rs 6,000 from the Centre, the state government will provide an additional Rs 14,000. The state will disburse this in three instalments. In the first phase, the state government will directly deposit Rs 5,000 into each farmer's account, amounting to a total outlay of Rs 2,342.92 crore. The Centre will contribute Rs 2,000 per farmer in the first phase, amounting to Rs 831.51 crore. Thus, Rs 7,000 will be credited to each farmer on Saturday. The money is expected to help farmers purchase raw materials, including seeds and fertiliser, ahead of the sowing season. The government will release Rs 5,000 in the second phase, and Rs 4,000 in the third. Apart from extending financial help to farmers, efforts were also being made to improve irrigation facilities by encouraging inflows into the Srisailam Project, Naidu said. Meanwhile, 59,750 grievances were registered under the Annadata Sukhibhava scheme, of which 58,464 have been resolved. A toll-free number, 155251, has been issued to resolve queries regarding the scheme, officials said. 'We are fulfilling our promises to farmers by launching Annadata Sukhibhava. Politicians may frame policies, but officials are the ones who implement them. Everyone in the system must act with accountability. Intimation messages must reach beneficiary farmers a day in advance through Manamitra. Ensure that farmers are aware and able to activate their accounts,' Naidu said. 'There are reports of declining papaya prices. These issues must be reviewed and justice ensured for farmers. District collectors must be responsible regarding fertiliser supply; no shortage should be allowed. With continued inflows into the Srisailam project, projects like Gandikota, Brahmasagar, Somasila, and Kandaleru must be filled to 100 per cent capacity. Reservoir water levels must be assessed, and water management should be done meticulously,' Naidu directed district collectors.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
We don't want confrontation with Telangana on river water sharing, says Naidu
A day after holding talks with Telangana over river water sharing, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday asserted that there is no need for a confrontation with the neighbouring State and advocated for `give and take' policy to resolve the issues. 'Both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana should prosper and develop. Andhra Pradesh will bear the cost of repairs to the Srisailam Project plunge pool. I have asked Telangana to utilise the Godavari river waters, if needed, and asked it to cooperate with inter-linking of rivers,' Mr. Naidu said, addressing a gathering of water users associations and farmers at Malyala in Nandikotkur mandal of Nandyal district. Earlier, Mr. Naidu offered Jala Harathi and released water from the Malyala pump house into the Handri-Neeva Sujala Sravanthi canal which has been expanded within 100 days after commencing the works by the NDA government. Water to Rayalaseema Explaining his efforts to resolve water sharing issues, he said they have decided to establish the Godavari River Water Board in Hyderabad and the Krishna Board in Vijayawada. 'I want to provide water to every acre of land in Rayalaseema. Completion of the Vedavati project will provide water to Aluru, Adoni and Mantralayam Assembly Constituencies. We want to take water till Chittoor district. We will complete the Adivipalli reservoir and take water from Handri to Neeva branch canal,' he said. They will provide water to Chittoor next year, he added. 'The water that starts from the footsteps of Mallanna (Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna swamy temple at Srisailam) will be taken to Venkanna (Lord Venkateswara temple at Tirumala) at Tirupati. This is not just inter-linking of rivers but also Gods. We will prepare plans accordingly,' he said. Industrial development Mr. Naidu said the party general secretary and IT Minister Nara Lokesh had released the Rayalaseema Declaration during his Yuvagalam Padayatra and the same will be implemented. 'People of Rayalaseema have elected us with huge margins and we will never forget the promises made to the region. We will develop the region industrially. We will commence Drone City in Orvakal of Kurnool district. We will set up High Court bench in Kurnool and also complete the Rayalaseema Steel Plant in Kadapa,' Mr. Naidu said. Taking potshots at the previous government, the Chief Minister said earlier schools were run without teachers while they have started recruitment of 16,000 teachers through DSC soon after coming to power. ''Similarly, we have come to the rescue of the mango farmers by providing ₹4 per kg support price and also purchased tobacco from farmers,' he said and added that the government would deposit Annadata Sukhibava financial assistance to farmers in three instalments. Mr. Naidu reiterated that the promise of free bus ride to women would also be fulfilled and they would also extend financial assistance to the unemployed as promised. The Chief Minister recalled launching the Handri-Neeva project in 1995 at Uravakonda, a 554-km-long canal many once called impossible. He highlighted sanctioning ₹3,890 crore for canal expansion, completed in just 100 days. Mr. Naidu promised that within 10-15 days, water will reach the last villages and all reservoirs in drought-prone Rayalaseema will be filled.
News18
17-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Andhra-Telangana Meeting With Jal Shakti Ministry Washes Away Some Water-Sharing Disputes
The meeting between CR Patil, N Chandrababu Naidu, and A Revanth Reddy lasted for more than 90 minutes In a significant step towards resolving interstate river water issues, the chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, along with their respective irrigation ministers and senior officials, participated in a high-level meeting convened by the union ministry of Jal Shakti in New Delhi on Wednesday. The discussions, which focused on the sharing and management of Krishna and Godavari river waters, were held in a cordial and cooperative atmosphere, said sources. The meeting between CR Patil, N Chandrababu Naidu, and A Revanth Reddy lasted for more than 90 minutes. Key agreements reached included the decision to install telemetry systems at reservoir outflows and canal entry points to ensure accurate measurement and transparency in water usage. The proposal, originally suggested by Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, was accepted by Andhra Pradesh, marking a breakthrough in building mutual trust. Both states also agreed to undertake immediate repairs and protection works for the Srisailam Project, a critical irrigation asset for the region. The restoration will be executed jointly, as per Telangana's proposal, signalling a spirit of collaboration between the two Telugu states. A major outcome of the meeting was the decision to form a joint committee comprising technical experts and senior officers from both states. This committee, which will be formally set up by next Monday, has been tasked with addressing all outstanding technical issues, including long-pending water projects in the Krishna and Godavari basins such as Polavaram, Banakacherla, and others. The Centre has directed the committee to work swiftly and submit a feasible report within a short timeframe. In terms of institutional arrangements, it was agreed that the Krishna River Management Board (KRMB) will be based in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, while the Godavari River Management Board (GRMB) will remain in Hyderabad, Telangana. The union ministry of Jal Shakti will supervise the functioning of the committee and coordinate inter-state consultations whenever needed. Government sources described the outcome as a 'positive development," adding that the Centre had strongly encouraged both states to come to the table and engage in dialogue to resolve disputes. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to the principle of 'Telugu states, one people", emphasising mutual respect and cooperation. If required, the Centre may convene another round of talks at the level of chief ministers or through an apex committee to further accelerate the resolution process. Both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have also been advised to hold regular interstate meetings to address ongoing concerns and chart a path forward in a time-bound manner. view comments First Published: July 17, 2025, 05:24 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NDTV
16-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Amid Row Over Contentious Project, Andhra, Telangana Discuss Water Sharing
Amid a backdrop of heightened political sensitivities in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, the Chief Ministers Chandrababu Naidu and Revanth Reddy held a surprisingly cordial and productive meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday. Chaired by Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil, the discussions, while notably sidestepping the highly contentious Banakacherla project, yielded significant progress on several long-standing water-sharing issues, underscoring a pragmatic approach by both leaders. Given the domestic political pressures, observers had anticipated a potentially fraught encounter, especially with Naidu pushing forth on Banakacherla, even bringing it up in the meeting with Union home minister Amit Shah. The Telangana chief secretary wrote to the Centre on the eve of the meeting in Delhi that the state is unwilling to discuss the diversion of waters for the Banakacherla project. The tone of the meeting, however, was remarkably cooperative, suggesting a mutual understanding of the need for stability and resolution on shared resources. A key outcome saw Andhra Pradesh agreeing to Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's proposal for the installation of telemetry systems to monitor water release from various projects. This technical solution is a tangible step towards greater transparency and could depoliticise future water allocations. It was also decided that the Godavari River Management Board will be headquartered in Telangana, while the Krishna River Management Board will be located in Andhra Pradesh. Another critical agreement they reached was Andhra Pradesh's consent to undertake repairs of the Srisailam Project, a vital piece of infrastructure for both states. This practical decision addresses a maintenance need without wading into broader allocation debates. To resolve outstanding issues concerning other projects on Godavari and Krishna rivers, both states agreed to the formation of a committee comprising officials and technical experts. This committee, slated to be appointed within the next week, will be tasked with finding technical solutions to complex problems, effectively delegating some of the politically charged decision-making. While the absence of direct discussion on the Banakacherla project, a flashpoint between the states in recent times, was noticeable, its omission from the immediate agenda might be interpreted as a deliberate strategy to build trust on less contentious issues first.
New Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu calls for unified effort to tap unused river water
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu emphasized the urgent need for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to harness river water that flows unused into the sea, underscoring its transformative potential for agriculture and farmer prosperity in both Telugu states. Speaking at Srisailam, after performing a ceremonial Harathi to the River Krishna and offering prayers at the Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna temple, Naidu opened four gates of the Srisailam dam, releasing water downstream towards Nagarjuna Sagar. He described water as the state's greatest wealth, capable of alleviating farmers' hardships and fostering a greener, more prosperous region. Naidu called for unity beyond caste and religion, urging both Telugu states to utilise the 2,000 TMC of Godavari water flowing into the sea—200 TMC for Andhra Pradesh and 100–200 TMC for Telangana—to ensure shared prosperity and a thriving future. He highlighted the early filling of the Srisailam Project as a significant milestone, with its 215 TMC capacity receiving daily inflows of 17 TMC.
