Healthy, Wealthy, Happy Andhra Pradesh – CM Chandrababu Naidu

Sep 18, 2025 | 575 Views

Visakhapatnam, Sept 17: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu reiterated that “Healthy, Wealthy, Happy Andhra Pradesh” is the state’s vision, with women’s health being the foundation of family well-being. Participating in the Swast Nari – Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan alongside Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the CM said women’s wellness directly strengthens families and society. The event included a live telecast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address. CM Naidu announced that every family in the state is covered under a universal health insurance scheme worth ₹2.5 lakh, with additional coverage of up to ₹25 lakh provided through the NTR Vaidya Seva Trust for the poor. He highlighted that Andhra Pradesh is spending nearly ₹20,000 crore on public health this year, reflecting the government’s commitment to healthcare accessibility. Over the next 15 days, 13,944 health camps will be conducted across the state, offering free tests for anemia, hypertension, diabetes, oral and breast cancer, cervical cancer, TB, and more, with specialists from multiple disciplines providing services. The CM stressed lifestyle changes such as reducing sugar, salt, and oil consumption to maintain good health. He also mentioned Project Sanjeevani, developed with Tata and Gates Foundation, which will digitize health records for all citizens. Additionally, Andhra Pradesh’s MedTech Zone in Visakhapatnam is producing world-class medical equipment for export, strengthening the state’s healthcare ecosystem. Focusing on women’s empowerment, CM Naidu pointed out that the government has provided welfare schemes like three free gas cylinders under Deepam, free travel under Stree Shakti, and financial empowerment through DWCRA and MEPMa groups, where women’s savings have crossed ₹20,000 crore. He lauded Prime Minister Modi’s leadership in granting 33% reservation for women in legislatures, calling it a milestone in women’s empowerment. The CM also assured that Visakhapatnam will be developed as one of the leading cities in India, citing Google’s upcoming presence as a testimony to the city’s growth potential.

Andhra Pradesh Aims for Garbage-Free State – Minister P. Narayana

Sep 18, 2025 | 595 Views

Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P. Narayana announced that the state is committed to transforming Andhra Pradesh into a garbage-free state. Participating in the Swachhata Hi Seva program in Vijayawada’s KP Nagar, the minister highlighted that the government is adopting innovative methods to achieve the vision of Swachh Andhra and Swachh Bharat. He urged citizens to actively participate in maintaining cleanliness and public hygiene. The minister stated that the state will soon call for tenders under AMRUT 2.0, which will ensure that every household receives clean drinking water through tap connections within the next two years. Despite inheriting financial challenges from the previous government, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has prioritized urban development while simultaneously addressing public welfare through flagship “Super 6” schemes. Highlighting the government’s efforts, Narayana noted that nearly 83 lakh tonnes of accumulated garbage from previous years has already been cleared, with the remaining waste to be removed in the coming days. He stressed that the state is also planning to establish six new waste-to-energy plants to ensure effective solid waste management. The minister further pointed out that cities in countries like Japan and Singapore have set high benchmarks in cleanliness and that Andhra Pradesh is moving in the same direction. The government is also focusing on clean water supply, efficient waste management, smooth roads, and improved urban infrastructure to match public expectations.

Film Permissions Made Easier in Telangana – FDC Chairman Dil Raju

Sep 16, 2025 | 567 Views

Hyderabad, September 15: Telangana is set to become a more film-friendly state with the launch of a dedicated online platform, “Films in Telangana”, aimed at simplifying permissions related to film shooting, theatre operations, and other industry requirements. The initiative will allow national and international filmmakers to access all necessary approvals through a single-window system. At a workshop held at Tourism Plaza, Begumpet, Telangana Film Development Corporation (FDC) Chairman Dil Raju, FDC Managing Director C.H. Priyanka, Tourism Corporation MD Valluru Kranti, senior officials, and representatives of the film industry discussed the framework of this new portal. Dil Raju emphasized that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is fully supporting the growth of the film industry, and this opportunity must be utilized by filmmakers and stakeholders. The portal will provide end-to-end information, from shooting locations and required permissions from different departments to technical crew availability and hospitality options in Hyderabad and other cities across the state. In addition, the government is working on digitizing the process for issuing B-Form licenses for cinema theatre operations, which until now were issued manually by local authorities. Soon, these will also be made available online through coordination with the Home Department. Dil Raju stated that such a facility is being implemented for the first time in Telangana, making the state more attractive for filmmakers. Once the portal is fully developed, it will be officially launched by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy.

CM Revanth Reddy Calls for Higher Standards in Education, Mandatory Facial Recognition for Students and Staff

Sep 02, 2025 | 679 Views

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy directed officials to raise quality benchmarks in education across schools, colleges, and universities. Reviewing the education department’s functioning, he emphasized that facial recognition attendance must be made mandatory for both students and teaching staff to ensure transparency and discipline, particularly in professional institutions. He also stressed the need to prioritize sports in every educational institution, even suggesting the appointment of physical education trainers on a contract basis where necessary. The Chief Minister further instructed that all construction works—such as classrooms, kitchens, toilets, and boundary walls for educational institutions—should come under a single authority for better accountability. He said the Education and Welfare Infrastructure Development Corporation (EWIDC) would oversee all such works, including the Young India Integrated Residential Schools. He added that engineering and other required staff should be deputed to the corporation immediately for speedy execution. Revanth Reddy also directed that midday meal payments be cleared through a green channel without delays, container kitchens with solar panels be prioritized, and sanitation facilities in women’s colleges and girls’ schools be completed quickly. He urged the immediate release of pending sanitation bills under Amma Adarsha schools and instructed that women counselors be appointed in welfare residential schools to guide girl students. Highlighting that more than 90% of students in government institutions belong to BC, SC, ST, and minority communities, the Chief Minister stressed that public spending on education should be treated as an investment, not an expense. He said Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka had requested Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to exempt education loans, including those for Young India Integrated Residential Schools, from the FRBM borrowing limits.

Health Minister Reviews Patient Care at NIMS, Calls for Vigilance in Emergencies

Sep 01, 2025 | 554 Views

Telangana Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha reviewed the quality of medical services being delivered to patients at Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad. In a meeting with NIMS Director Dr. Beerappa and senior officials at the Aarogyasri Trust office, the minister was briefed that in the first seven months of 2025, the hospital treated over 5.44 lakh patients, with more than half of them receiving free treatment under government health schemes like Aarogyasri and EHS. The director highlighted that the hospital has already performed over 100 kidney transplant surgeries this year. Minister Rajanarasimha praised the doctors and staff but stressed that the hospital must remain highly vigilant in handling emergency cases. He instructed that patients arriving in critical conditions be admitted and treated without delay, stabilized in the emergency ward, and then shifted to the appropriate department. With 80 to 100 patients arriving at NIMS emergency daily, many of them transferred from private hospitals at advanced stages, the minister emphasized prioritizing direct arrivals and government referrals while still treating private referrals with compassion. Concerns were raised over some private and corporate hospitals discharging patients prematurely after surgery and directing them to government facilities like NIMS, Osmania, and Gandhi hospitals. The minister ordered strict action against such practices and called for stronger coordination among major government hospitals to ensure emergency beds are managed efficiently. He further instructed that when patients are transferred, they must receive initial stabilization and, if necessary, be accompanied by a doctor in the ambulance to ensure safe transfer. The minister also issued a stern warning to duty doctors and RMOs, stating that negligence in patient admission or referral management would invite strict disciplinary action. The meeting was attended by senior officials including Health Secretary Christina Z. Chongthu, NIMS Director Dr. Beerappa, Additional Director of Medical Education Dr. Vani, and Osmania Medical College Principal Dr. Rajarao.