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Hans India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
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NTR remembered as visionary leader on birth anniversary
Kurnool: A grand celebration marked the birth anniversary of legendary actor and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) on Wednesday at the Sunayana Auditorium, Kurnool Collectorate. District Collector P. Ranjith Basha led the tributes, hailing NTR as a visionary who championed welfare governance through groundbreaking reforms. Born on May 28, 1923, in Nimmakuru village, NTR rose from humble beginnings to become a towering figure in Telugu cinema and politics. Collector Basha, recalling a visit to Nimmakuru during his tenure as RDO, noted that NTR's journey—from student to celebrated actor to political icon—continues to inspire generations. 'NTR exemplified how talent and determination unlock great opportunities,' said Basha, highlighting the actor-politician's meteoric rise in politics. Within just nine months of launching the Telugu Desam Party, NTR became Chief Minister—a rare achievement in Indian history. His impactful welfare schemes, including the iconic Rs. 2 per kg rice program, transformed food security and influenced similar initiatives across India. NTR served nearly seven years as Chief Minister and was honoured with the Padma Shri and multiple Filmfare awards. Celebrated for his mythological and patriotic film roles, NTR's portrayals in Sardar Paparayudu and Bobbili Puli stirred national pride. His depictions of Lord Rama and Lord Krishna left audiences in awe, said the Collector. Joint Collector Dr. B. Navya praised the government's decision to declare NTR's birth anniversary a state festival. Cultural performances and nostalgic songs by local artist Maddaiah added colour to the tribute. Floral tributes were paid to NTR's statue, with dignitaries and NGO representatives attending the event.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Health
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Top priority to make Kurnool TB-free district: Collector
Kurnool: District Collector P Ranjith Basha on Monday directed officials to effectively implement the 'TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan' campaign and work towards making Kurnool a tuberculosis (TB)-free district. The Collector unveiled the campaign posters of 'TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan' at the Sunayana Auditorium in the Collectorate. Addressing the gathering, the Collector announced that the campaign will formally commence on June 2. As part of the Intensified TB Screening initiative, individuals belonging to high-risk groups across the district will be identified and screened. Those exhibiting symptoms will be subjected to NAAT or X-ray testing. If TB is diagnosed, prompt medical treatment will be initiated, he stated. He elaborated that the high-risk population has been classified into seven categories: people above 60 years of age, those with diabetes, hypertension, cancer, individuals who had undergone TB treatment in the past five years, smokers, alcohol consumers, mine and factory workers, prisoners, the homeless, and residents of orphanages and shelters. All these groups will be screened for ten common TB symptoms. The Collector also emphasized the importance of community involvement through the Nikshay Mitra and Jan-Bhagidari initiatives, appealing to district and mandal-level officials, industrialists, NGOs, corporate bodies, elected representatives, and other willing individuals to register as Nikshay Mitras. These volunteers are expected to provide nutritional support and moral assistance to TB patients, thereby aiding the goal of eradicating TB from society. He stressed the need to organise TB awareness sessions through local leaders, self-help groups, health committees, and urban/rural institutions to foster widespread community awareness. Further, he urged active participation from departments such as Panchayati Raj, PD-DRDA, and PD-MEPMA in the national priority initiative and called for coordinated implementation of the campaign. District Leprosy, AIDS, and TB Officer Dr L Bhaskar, District Medical and Health Officer Dr Shanti Kala, District Malaria Officer Nookaraju, DNMO Dr G Mallikarjuna Reddy, and several TB support staff attended the meeting.
Hans India
22-04-2025
- Hans India
Use WhatsApp governance services: Collector Basha
Kurnool: District Collector P Ranjith Basha has called upon the public to actively utilise the WhatsApp Governance services recently launched by the State government. On Monday, the Collector officially released the poster for 'AP Government WhatsApp Services' at Sunayana Auditorium in the Collectorate. Speaking at the event, the Collector explained that the state government introduced WhatsApp Governance service, accessible via number 9552300009, to bring a multitude of citizen services directly to the people. This initiative, named 'Mana Mitra' and launched on April 15, allows citizens to access over 250 public services conveniently from their homes. He highlighted the platform's ability to provide fast and transparent service delivery for services such as document verification, licenses, tax payments, utility bills, temple bookings, and examination results, effectively eliminating opportunities for corruption and marking a significant advancement in good governance. The Collector stressed that all residents should seize this valuable opportunity to access essential civic services swiftly and efficiently. The platform's user-friendly design includes Artificial Intelligence support for voice-based services, going beyond simple text messaging. He further announced that SMS-based services will soon be available for individuals without smartphones. By integrating data from all departments through the Real-Time Governance System (RTGS), services will be personalized and delivered based on each citizen's information. The system also incorporates features like QR code-based document verification. Currently, the 'Mana Mitra' WhatsApp service is accessible in both Telugu and English, with plans for future expansion to include more languages. Joint Collector Dr B Navya, DRO C Venkata Narayanamma, Zilla Parishad CEO Nasar Reddy, and other officials participated in the event.
