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Hans India
4 hours ago
- General
- Hans India
Singareni boss plants 204 saplings of fruit-bearing trees
Kothagudem: Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) N Balaram planted 204 fruit-bearing saplings on Monday as part of the Vanamahotsavam celebrations held at the Kothagudem Bungalows area. With this, his personal tree plantation tally has reached 19,775 saplings, planted across different areas of the Singareni company from 2019. Balaram began this journey on June 5, 2019, World Environment Day, by planting 108 saplings. Since then, he has actively participated in afforestation drives in all Singareni operational zones, aiming to lead by example. Speaking on the day, the CMD urged citizens to actively participate in protecting the environment. 'Environmental protection is not the sole responsibility of the government or public institutions. Every individual must take part. Let us all plant at least three saplings each and encourage our families and communities to do the same,' he said. Highlighting the company's ongoing initiatives, he announced that Singareni has so far planted 5.47 crore saplings across 15,231 hectares, and continues to nurture them as part of its long-term ecological mission. He also stated that 2.29 crore fruit-bearing saplings have already been distributed to nearby villages, enabling rural families to grow their own produce and contribute to a greener tomorrow. He added that Singareni is ready to distribute fruit saplings free of cost to anyone interested in growing them.
Hans India
3 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Collector Santosh Orders Swift Action on Indiramma Housing Scheme — Warns Officials Over Delays
Gadwal: Gadwal District Collector B.M. Santosh has issued strict orders to officials to work with sincerity and urgency at the field level to ensure visible progress in the construction of Indiramma housing units. The Collector conducted a review meeting on the progress of the Indiramma housing scheme on Friday at the IDOC Conference Hall. During the meeting, he expressed serious concern over the slow pace of construction, stating that although 7,000 Indiramma houses have been sanctioned in the district, only 543 houses have reached the basement level so far. He emphasized that any form of lethargy in executing the housing project will not be tolerated. Despite regular reviews and clear directions aimed at achieving set targets, the Collector noted that some officials were acting negligently, which would no longer be accepted. He warned that stringent action will be taken against officials failing to deliver tangible progress in housing construction. Key Directions from the Collector: The district should strive to be among the top 10 districts in the state in implementing the housing scheme. Panchayat Secretaries, Assistant Engineers (AEs), and Ward Officers were instructed to visit the construction sites, monitor progress, and motivate beneficiaries to expedite construction. Immediate marking of house sites, commencement of basement work, and uploading of photographs during each visit were mandated. Construction status must be updated regularly, ensuring complete transparency and real-time tracking. The required sand and soil for housing construction will be available in all mandals from Monday, ensuring no material shortages delay the work. All Municipal towns and Gram Panchayats are to complete online registration of beneficiary details on the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin portal. Additional Topics Discussed: As part of the Vanamahotsavam (Tree Plantation) campaign, the Collector called for collective efforts to plant saplings in the district to meet pre-set targets. Department-wise responsibilities were assigned, and officials were directed to complete plantation drives in Municipal and Gram Panchayat limits. With the ongoing rains in the district, the Collector stressed the importance of maintaining public hygiene to prevent the spread of seasonal diseases. Officials were asked to ensure that water does not stagnate on roads or in potholes, which could become breeding grounds for mosquitoes and other disease vectors. Meeting Participants: Additional Collector Narsing Rao Special Deputy Collector Srinivasa Rao AD Mines Venkata Ramana Housing PD Kashinath MPDOs from all mandals Municipal officials This high-level review signals the administration's strong commitment to both affordable housing for the poor and environmental and public health safety through coordinated governance and accountability.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
State Ministers Urge Collectors to Accelerate Welfare Delivery and Housing Projects: Key Initiatives Reviewed via Statewide Video Conference
Gadwal: Telangana State Ministers Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, Ponnam Prabhakar, Konda Surekha, and Adluri Laxman Kumar have directed district collectors to play a key role in the effective implementation of the government's flagship development and welfare schemes. The ministers emphasized that necessary steps must be taken to ensure that the benefits of these welfare programs reach the poorest sections of society. On Tuesday, a comprehensive video conference was conducted from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Secretariat, Hyderabad, led by the State Government's Chief Secretary Sri Ramakrishna Rao, in the presence of various department principal secretaries, secretaries, and heads of departments. The conference brought together all district collectors across the state. The review focused on major state initiatives, including: Indiramma Housing Scheme Bhoobharati Land Records System Improved facilities in various residential schools (meals and infrastructure) Vanamahotsavam plantation drive Jogulamba Gadwal Collector B.M. Santhosh Outlines District-Level Implementation During the meeting, Jogulamba Gadwal District Collector Sri B.M. Santhosh briefed the state leadership on the district's progress and local implementation measures. He reported: Hostel Welfare: In hostels under Social Welfare, BC Welfare, and Minority Welfare departments, nutritious meals are being provided in line with the recently increased diet charges. Regular inspections are being conducted to ensure quality food and proper maintenance of hostels. Cleanliness and greenery are being prioritized within hostel premises. Indiramma Housing Scheme: Collector Santhosh confirmed that eligible poor beneficiaries have been sanctioned houses under the Indiramma Housing Scheme. Constant supervision is underway to ensure speedy construction of houses. He also assured that no shortage of sand is being allowed and that steps have been taken to ensure hassle-free sand transportation for beneficiaries. Bhoobharati Land Services: Applications filed under the Bhoobharati program are being addressed promptly and in accordance with established rules and procedures. Vanamahotsavam (Plantation Drive): A strategic plan has been drafted to conduct massive plantation drives at the field level as part of the Vanamahotsavam celebrations, aimed at enhancing environmental protection and greenery across the district. Participants in the Video Conference: In addition to the Chief Secretary and state ministers, the following officials participated in the video conference: Additional Collectors: Lakshminarayana, Narsing Rao, Survey & Land Records Officer: Deepti, Collectorate Official: Srinivasa Rao, Various departmental officers from the district. Conclusion: The video conference underscored the government's commitment to grassroots development and ensuring last-mile delivery of welfare schemes. District Collectors were urged to work with urgency, responsibility, and coordination to bring visible outcomes, especially in housing, land reforms, education infrastructure, and green initiatives.
Hans India
09-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
MP Mallu Ravi Stresses Collective Effort for Effective Implementation of Welfare and Development Schemes in Nagar Kurnool
Gadwal: Member of Parliament (MP) Dr. Mallu Ravi emphasized that welfare and development benefits initiated by the Central and State Governments should reach the intended beneficiaries through the collective and coordinated efforts of district officials. He made these remarks while presiding over the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting, held on Wednesday at the Collector's office conference hall. During the meeting, the MP reviewed the progress and implementation of programs across various sectors, including education, healthcare, rural water supply, agriculture, rural development, banking, Panchayati Raj, child welfare, civil supplies, and industries. Recognition for Gattu Block's Achievement Mallu Ravi congratulated the district administration for Gattu Mandal's recognition as one of the Top-5 ranked blocks nationwide in a NITI Aayog assessment. He praised the District Collector B.M. Santosh and other officials for their dedication. Banking and Financial Inclusion He directed banking institutions – public, private, and rural – to ensure adequate disbursement of loans across priority and non-priority sectors. He instructed them to resolve all pending applications and provide crop loans without delay. He also recommended the immediate establishment of SBI branches in Erravalli and Dharur mandal centers. Additionally, he urged banks to take swift action to set up digital libraries in the region. MGNREGS and Rural Development The district issued 1.56 lakh job cards under the MGNREGS (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme). Over the past three months, 2,074 man-days were generated, paying ₹307 per day, with a total of ₹14.45 crore distributed as daily wages. Under the Vanamahotsavam program, MGNREGS funds are being utilized for nurseries, planting, fitting, and maintenance work. Swachh Bharat and Social Welfare Under the Swachh Bharat Mission, the district provided ₹12,000 per toilet for sanitation infrastructure. Also, 17,549 beneficiaries, including senior citizens and widows, are receiving pensions. Under the Mahila Shakti scheme, aimed at empowering one crore women to become economically independent, the district plans to set up petrol bunks and solar power units. Agriculture and Soil Health The Agriculture Department, with Central Government support, is collecting soil samples from 6,000 farmers to issue Soil Health Cards for improved crop productivity. Healthcare Initiatives Under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS): Medical screenings were conducted for women, with necessary medications provided. BP was detected in 57,400 individuals and diabetes in 26,000 individuals, who are now receiving treatment. 661 tuberculosis (TB) patients are receiving free treatment and a monthly allowance of ₹3,000. Healthcare infrastructure includes: 10 Primary Health Centers (PHCs) 57 sub-centers 3,328 people treated under the Aarogyasri scheme. Educational Progress Under the Education Department: 3,994 students are studying in 12 KGBV (Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya) schools. The district achieved 91% pass rate in the 10th-grade exams last year. A new menu has been introduced under the Midday Meal Scheme to provide nutritious food to all students. Textbooks and uniforms were distributed to all students. Instructions were issued to renovate dilapidated schools and repair toilets wherever needed. Drinking Water Supply Under the Mission Bhagiratha scheme, clean drinking water is being supplied via pipelines to households in 255 village panchayats and habitations. As part of the Summer Action Plan, water tankers and repaired borewells were arranged to ensure uninterrupted supply during the dry season. Infrastructure and Roads Pending road works under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) were instructed to be completed immediately. MP Mallu Ravi called for inter-departmental coordination to achieve the proposed targets and to effectively implement Central and State welfare schemes. Collector's Remarks District Collector B.M. Santosh, in his address, appreciated the MP's commitment to monitoring welfare programs. He informed that the district is actively reviewing the implementation of schemes from over 40 departments on a regular basis. Key Attendees The meeting was attended by: Alampur MLA Vijayudu DCCB Chairman Vishnuvardhan Reddy Additional Collectors Lakshminarayana and Narsing Rao Library Corporation Chairman Neeli Srinivasulu DISHA Committee members Saritha, Giribabu, Shankar, and Raju Officials from various government departments
Hans India
09-07-2025
- General
- Hans India
Govt targets 47.64 lakh palm & toddy saplings in Vanamahotsavam drive
Hyderabad: The Telangana government has decided to cultivate Palm and Toddy seedlings during the upcoming Vanamahotsavam in the state, with planting targets set at 47.64 lakh over the next two years. For the 2025 planting season, the total plantations will be 24.86 lakh (approximately 25 lakh), followed by 22.78 lakh (approximately 22.86 lakh) in the 2026 season. Nurseries established by the Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Department have raised 45.37 lakh palm seedlings and 5.04 lakh toddy seedlings. As part of the Vanamahotsavam programme, Forest Minister Konda Surekha stated that the government has decided to plant 47.64 lakh palm and toddy saplings across the state. Appropriate orders have been issued to forest officials in this regard, with the target set to be achieved within a two-year period. The Forest Department alone plans to plant 5.04 lakh palm saplings. Overall, the department is proceeding with a target of planting 18.02 crore saplings across the state during this year's Vanamahotsavam. Minister Surekha is leading efforts to increase Telangana's forest area from 24.05 per cent to 33 per cent, in line with the National Forest Policy. The government had set a broader target of 18.02 crore saplings for this year. To ensure this year's Vanamahotsavam is a success, 20 crore saplings were already prepared in 14,355 nurseries across the state.
