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The Hindu
8 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Sharmila slams NDA govt. in Andhra Pradesh for ‘abandoning' Aadabidda Nidhi scheme
Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Y.S. Sharmila slammed the NDA government in the State for 'abandoning' the promised 'Aadabidda Nidhi' scheme. 'Looks like the government has already done away with the scheme, which was included in the much-hyped Super Six promises,' she posted on X. Referring to Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu's statement that the government would have to sell Andhra Pradesh to implement the scheme, Ms. Sharmila said the TDP should have known this before including it in the Super Six promises. Under the scheme, the TDP had promised a monthly financial assistance of ₹1,500 to all eligible women aged between 18 and 59. She criticised the ruling party's claim on 'good governance' and alleged that women were being betrayed under the guise of welfare. She said Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu owed an explanation to the people on why were women being taken for a ride by his government.
Indian Express
13 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Women in Andhra Pradesh will soon travel for free on buses. How much will it cost the exchequer?
The Chandrababu Naidu government's free bus scheme for women in Andhra Pradesh will cost the exchequer Rs 3,500 crore, officials have said. The scheme, which will be launched on August 15, is part of the Telugu Desam Party government's election 'Super Six' election guarantees, made ahead of the May 2024 election. Significantly, Telangana's Revanth Reddy scheme has also implemented a similar policy. Under the Naidu government's new bus scheme, 'Zero Fare Tickets', will be issued to all women travelling on state road transport corporation, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said. The ticket will include details such as the route travelled, the amount of money saved per trip through the free service, and the full 100 percent subsidy the government provides. Issuing Zero Fare Tickets would help women passengers clearly understand the benefit they are availing, the CM said. The CM also discussed financial aspects of the scheme in states with similar policies to understand how much it would cost, officials said, adding that the Naidu government is seeking more funds from the Centre while also exploring 'alternative revenue sources and reducing operational costs to become a profitable entity'. According to Minister for Transport, Youth Affairs and Sports Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy, approximately 25 lakh women — a majority of them who travel for work including farm labour and daily wagers — will benefit from the scheme. 'Providing cost-free transportation increases their mobility, they can travel farther, and explore new opportunities,' he said. While the finer details of the scheme are still being worked out, sources say that luxury and premium segment bus services are likely to be excluded. 'He directed officials to come up with an action plan on the possible revenue-generating methods and the necessary policy changes. Simultaneously, the chief minister instructed officials to purchase only AC electric buses in the future. He noted that converting existing buses to electric buses would reduce maintenance costs and recommended that the required electricity be produced in-house,' one official said, adding that the chief minister 'emphasised the need to study the establishment of charging stations in all RTC depots across the state'. The Andhra Pradesh RTC has a fleet of about 11,000 buses, of which over 70 per cent are non-AC regular buses. According to estimates, the scheme will cost over Rs 200 crore/month. The scheme implemented by the neighbouring Telangana is estimated to cost the exchequer Rs 3,000 crore. In Telangana, the scheme is applicable to women, children, and transgender people. This comes at a time when the Naidu government is pushing for securing more funds for various schemes and key developmental projects in the state. Apart from the bus scheme, the TDP's `Super Six' guarantees promised three free LPG cylinders to eligible beneficiaries; Rs 3,000/month in unemployment allowance and Rs 15,000 for each school child; Rs 20,000 to farmers, and increasing social security pensions for people with disabilities.
New Indian Express
16 hours ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Rs 2 crore assured for Pedana sanitation
VIJAYAWADA: Urban Development and Municipal Administration (MAUD) Minister Ponguru Narayana asserted that the people of the State have been happy over the past year under the NDA government. He stated that the experienced Chief Minister, N Chandrababu Naidu, has been striving to bring the State back on track after it was completely neglected and ruined by the previous YSRCP government. The minister, along with APSRTC Chairman Konakalla Narayana Rao and Pedana MLA Kagitha Krishna Prasad, conducted a door-to-door campaign in Pedana Municipality as part of the 'Suparipalano Tholi Adugu' (First Step towards Good Governance) programme on Tuesday. During the campaign, Narayana explained various schemes being implemented for public welfare and assured the release of Rs 2 crore for the construction of drainage systems in Pedana Municipality. He further stated that despite the financial crisis caused by the previous regime, the current administration is committed to fulfilling all its election promises, including the 'Super Six'. He accused the YSRCP government of pushing the State into Rs 10 lakh crore debt.
Hans India
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
State govt committed to implementing ‘Super Six': Anam
Panyam: Endowments Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy participated in the 'First Step in Supervision' programme at Durvesi village in Gadivemula mandal in Nandyal district on Tuesday. Speaking to mediapersons, the Minister highlighted the government's commitment to public welfare through the 'Super Six' schemes. He remarked that although many had initially criticised these schemes, the people believed in their benefits and supported the government. He confirmed that the schemes were currently being implemented across all mandals of the Panyam constituency. Fulfilling a local demand, Minister Anam announced the construction of a temple for Goddess Sunkulamma in Durvesi. He strongly criticised the previous YSRCP government, alleging that it had misused land documents for political gains and conspired to mortgage large extents of farmers' land under the pretext of government ownership. The Minister also announced that from August 15, the State would implement a free bus travel scheme and soon launch the 'Adabidda Nidhi' initiative to support women until they secure marriage or employment. In a series of announcements related to temple development, the Minister said temple priests would receive a monthly honorarium of Rs 10,000 for conducting rituals such as Dhupa-Deepa-Naivedyam. He revealed that Rs 43 crore had been allocated for 47 temples in the district and Rs 4 crore had been sanctioned for development works in Kalvabugga. Lauding Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's leadership, he said the Chief Minister fulfills promises with action, unlike others who merely issue empty assurances.
Hans India
a day ago
- Politics
- Hans India
NDA govt focusing both on development, welfare
Visakhapatnam: Transport, Sports and Youth Minister M Ramprasad Reddy opined that the state is witnessing development and welfare in a fast track mode. Along with TDP state president Palla Srinivasa Rao, the minister took part in 'suparipalanalo tholi adugu' programme at Gajuwaka on Tuesday. As part of the Super Six, the minister assured that women in the state can avail free bus service from August 15. 'It is unfortunate that the YSRCP leaders are bent on campaigning against the NDA government despite implementing welfare schemes as promised. The YSRCP neglected development in the state during its tenure and now it is resorting to false propaganda against the alliance,' he pointed out. The Jagan Mohan Reddy government indulged in various scams and to divert the public, it is now using diversion tactics, he criticised. However, he expressed confidence that people are aware of the facts and that is the reason why they elected the NDA government with a huge majority, the minister added. In future, the minister said that those who committed crimes will not get away from getting punished. MLC Vepada Chiranjeevi Rao, corporator Gandham Srinivasa Rao,TDP leaders Ch Gopi, Prasadula Srinivas, K Sankara Rao, JSP leader Murali and women leaders were present.
