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Time of India
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
10 MLAs raise objections to VMRDA's master plan
1 2 Visakhapatnam: The objection submission period, part of the ongoing revision exercise of the VMRDA master plan–2041, concluded on July 17. Over the past two days, nearly 10 MLAs and other public representatives from Anakapalli, Vizianagaram, and Visakhapatnam visited the VMRDA office to submit representations outlining their objections and suggestions regarding the proposed master plan roads and other projects proposed in the plan. While the majority of objections and recommendations pertain to the proposed road extensions across these three districts, some submissions focused on designating areas for parking facilities and enhancing green cover. Several MLAs advocated for prioritising the development of master plan roads while avoiding alignments that pass through VMRDA-approved layouts. They voiced the concerns of residents in their respective constituencies regarding various aspects of the proposed developments. Among those who submitted suggestions were Vizag North MLA Vishnu Kumar Raju, Vizag South MLA Vamsi Krishna Srinivas, Vizianagaram MLA Aditi Gajapathi Raju, Yelamanchili MLA S Vijay Kumar, Pendurthi MLA P Ramesh Babu, Vizag West MLA Gana Babu, Vizag East MLA V Ramakrishna Babu, and Nellimarla MLA L Naga Madhavi. As part of the master plan-2041, drafted under the previous YSRCP administration, at least 30 major and arterial roads are proposed to be widened—some by as much as threefold—potentially impacting existing commercial and residential zones. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search Ads Get Info Undo For example, during public consultations held on July 16 and 17, there was a request to halt the road widening from Nowroji Road to Waltair Main Road in Daspalla Hills. Similarly, locals requested that the existing 40-foot road in Madhurawada survey number 374/1 be retained instead of widening it to 60 feet. GVMC corporator AJ Stalin submitted a letter requesting the continuation of a 60-metre road, rather than the proposed 80-metre road, from Lankalapalem to Sheila Nagar. Members of the Visakhapatnam Cooperative House Building Society have requested that their land near Diamond Park be exempted from inclusion in the proposed green belt. Another request was made to reclassify land in Gambheeram gram panchayat (survey Nos. 71–78, 81, 82, 111–139) from an eco-sensitive zone to a mixed land use zone. Villagers from Bheemili Chinna Bazaar appealed for the removal of a proposed road that would result in displacement from their homes. The secretary of the Fisherman Youth Welfare Association recommended incorporating fish landing centres into the master plan to support livelihoods in approximately 84 fishing villages across the combined Visakhapatnam and Vizianagaram districts. Nellimarla MLA Lokam Madhavi submitted suggestions for changes to road alignments within her constituency, including routes such as Bhogapuram–Subbannapeta, Bhogapuram–Kongavanipalem–Mukkam, Bhogapuram–Baireddipalem, Denkada–Singavaram, and Denkada–Nathavalsa. Speaking to TOI, VMRDA chairman MV Pranav Gopal said that the response from stakeholders regarding the consultation and feedback process has been overwhelmingly positive. "Chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu has instructed us to ensure transparency in bringing out the master plan. Accordingly, we undertook a comprehensive process of collecting suggestions and feedback. A white paper on the master plan will be soon released," Pranav said.
The Hindu
06-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Provide proper amenities to devotees taking part in ‘Giri Pradakshina' of Simhachalam temple, BJP MLA urges GVMC officials
Visakhapatnam North MLA P. Vishnu Kumar Raju has urged the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) to ensure basic amenities to devotees participating in the 'Giri Pradakshina' of Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy, Simhachalam, scheduled on July 9. He noted that the arrangements for the annual ritual were not up to the mark last year and also alleged that the devotees faced inconvenience. He also reminded that it is the responsibility of the corporation to ensure proper drinking water, toilets, good roads and illumination to devotees without fail. He was speaking during the zero-hour of the council meeting here on Friday, chaired by the newly-elected Mayor Peela Srinivasa Rao and District Collector and in-charge GVMC Commissioner M.N. Harendhira Prasad. Mr. Vishnu Kumar Raju, represents the North constituency, which covers some part of the 'Giri Pradakshina' trek route. He alleged that colonies like NGGOs Colony and a few others did not even have proper street lighting for devotees who walk the entire night. 'Even the drinking water was not supplied properly. There were no staff to supply drinking water after 12 a.m. How can the devotees manage?. The number of bio toilets being arranged for the devotees are completely inadequate' he said, asking the corporation to make elaborate arrangements this time. A wide variety of civic issues were brought to light during the zero-hour of the council meeting. Along with Vishnu Kumar Raju, other public elected representatives like State TDP president Palla Srinivasa Rao, Rajya Sabha member Golla Babu Rao and corporators spoke about several issues. Need for roads Mr. Palla Srinivasa Rao said stressed the need for constructing good roads on the outskirts of the city and merged villages in the corporation. He pointed out that though the corporation growing leaps and bounds, some areas like Akkireddipalem and a few others still have bad roads. He also stressed on the need for development of road between Vantillu Junction and Y-Junction under Gajuwaka limits. Proper drainage system The MLA also stated that due to lack of proper drainage system, an industry in Ward No. 68 has been releasing effluents to the agricultural fields, which is affecting a number of farmers. He urged the Mayor and the Collector to visit the area and ensure solution to the victims. TDP corporator K Hanok has asked the corporation to take steps to reduce traffic congestions in the city. He has sought to increase free-lefts at major traffic junctions and suggested to utilise green-belt area if necessary for expansions. YSRCP corporators Allu Shankar Rao and P.V. Suresh mentioned about alleged unauthorised constructions in the city and also encroachments of government lands. Mr. Suresh alleged negligence on the part of the GVMC officials in taking action in this regard. BJP Corporator (ward 48) Gangula Kavitha reported increase in thefts of vehicle parts, lack of proper illumination and drinking water issues on hillock areas in her ward. YSRCP corporator Bipin Jain questioned why was the food court not removed despite the GVMC council twice passing the resolution. Mr. Golla Babu Rao said that the NDA government should not neglect Visakhapatnam focusing on Amaravati.
The Hindu
22-04-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
‘Poshan Pakhwada' held for pregnant, lactating women in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam North MLA P. Vishnu Kumar Raju called upon pregnant women and lactating mothers to take advantage of the '1,000-day protection' programme, being organised under the aegis of the Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS). The MLA was the chief guest at the 'Poshan Pakhwada' programme, held under the aegis of the ICDS Urban Project, Marripalem Sector, at Madhava Swamy Kalyana Mandapam of 51st ward, on Monday. He distributed fruits and sweets to pregnant women as part of the 'Seemantham' programme. He said that the programme was being organised to create awareness of the need for a balanced diet for the proper growth of children. Urban CDPO Ramani Kumari said that the 'Poshan Pakhwada' programme, which commenced on April 8, would continue till April 22. Marripalem Sector Supervisor J.N. Jyothi was present. Earlier, the MLA went around the stalls put up by the Anganwadis.
