Avula Chandrasekhar Felicitated as AP Launches Hanuman Wildlife Initiative

Mar 04, 2026 | 372 Views

Senior forest officer Avula Chandrasekhar, CEO of the Andhra Pradesh Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Board, received a prestigious award during World Wildlife Day celebrations held in Mangalagiri on March 3. The honor was presented by Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan at a formal event attended by Forest and Environment officials. The program highlighted this year’s World Wildlife Day theme declared by the United Nations, focusing on medicinal and aromatic plants and their role in promoting health, heritage, and livelihoods. On the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister launched the “Hanuman” Foundation project aimed at reducing human–wildlife conflict across the state. The initiative includes GPS tracking systems, 100 rescue vehicles for the Forest Department, 19 emergency response teams, and seven treatment and rehabilitation centers. He stated that the project is designed to prevent crop and life losses caused by wildlife and ensure swift response and compensation. Financial relief has been provided to victims of wildlife attacks, and measures such as bringing trained kumki elephants from Karnataka have been implemented to manage wild elephant movement. The event was attended by senior forest officials and other dignitaries who were also recognized for their contributions to wildlife conservation.

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Mar 04, 2026 | 341 Views

During the Andhra Pradesh Budget Session on Wednesday, Handlooms and Textiles Minister S. Savitha responded to questions raised by members in the Legislative Council, outlining the government’s focus on backward class (BC) communities. She stated that between 2014 and 2019, special priority was given to Vadderas, Rajakas, fishermen, and other BC groups under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. She highlighted the launch of the Adarana and Adarana 2.0 schemes during that period and announced that the upcoming Adarana 3.0 will extend focused support to Vadderas, including a proposal for 15% reservation in mining leases and a 50% concession in seigniorage fees, which are currently under review by the Finance Department. The Minister further detailed welfare measures for fishermen, including increasing financial assistance during the fishing ban period from ₹10,000 to ₹20,000, benefiting around 1.20 lakh families. Additional support includes insurance coverage of up to ₹10 lakh in case of accidental death, a ₹9 per litre diesel subsidy for fishing boats, dedicated residential schools for fishermen’s children, and ₹30 crore allocated for boat repairs. She also noted plans to provide modern washing machines and equipment to Rajakas under Adarana 3.0, and mentioned that the inclusion of certain communities in the SC and ST lists is under examination, with final approval resting with the Central Government.

YS Jagan Graces Wedding Ceremony in Araku Valley

Mar 04, 2026 | 476 Views

On March 4, 2026, in Araku, ASR district, former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party president Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy attended the wedding ceremony of the son of Araku MLA Regam Matsyalingam. The event was held at the Radha Krishna Temple in Tungalaguda village, located in the scenic Araku Valley region. During the ceremony, YS Jagan conveyed his heartfelt wishes to the newly married couple, Ashwini and Chanakya, and blessed them for a happy and prosperous life ahead. The occasion was marked by traditional rituals and the presence of local leaders, well-wishers, and family members.

AI-Driven Governance and Citizen Services Strengthened in AP

Mar 02, 2026 | 541 Views

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu chaired a high-level review meeting in Amaravati to enhance administrative efficiency through Artificial Intelligence across all government departments. During the review of RTGS and public perception systems, he directed officials to establish an integrated mechanism that consolidates data from drones, CCTV cameras, and satellite sources for better monitoring and faster decision-making. Stressing proactive governance, the Chief Minister instructed officials to conduct regular field visits, remain alert to recurring accidents, and adopt preventive safety measures. He also suggested studying safety protocols in Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, to prevent firework manufacturing accidents. With summer approaching, the Chief Minister emphasized ensuring uninterrupted drinking water facilities at RTC bus stations and improving overall passenger convenience from arrival to destination. He called for strict monitoring of pension distribution, particularly in vulnerable Swarna Grams and Swarna Wards, to avoid lapses. Officials informed that WhatsApp-based citizen services have been expanded to 953 services, and the Chief Minister directed that greater public awareness be created for easy access. He further instructed that future surveys should be conducted only when additional data is required, avoiding repeated collection of the same information from citizens and staff.

Krishna Riverside Gathering Hosted by Minister Nara Lokesh

Mar 02, 2026 | 342 Views

The banks of the Krishna River became the venue for a warm and engaging gathering as Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh hosted a dinner meeting at his Undavalli residence. Public representatives from the Eluru and Nandyal parliamentary constituencies, along with their family members, attended the event. The evening featured informal interactions and discussions, including a nostalgic conversation about Krishna water utilization and the historical role of N. T. Rama Rao in prioritizing irrigation projects for Rayalaseema after becoming Chief Minister, despite being from Krishna district. Minister Lokesh personally greeted the attendees, inquired about their well-being, and posed for group photographs constituency-wise. Representatives from Nandyal presented him with traditional bows as a symbolic gift, and in a light-hearted moment, he playfully tried one. Gifts were exchanged, including Mangalagiri silk sarees presented by the host. Leaders also submitted grievance status reports during the interaction. Among those present were Eluru MP Putta Mahesh Kumar and Nandyal MP Byreddy Shabari, along with several MLAs and MLCs from both parliamentary constituencies, making the event a blend of camaraderie, dialogue, and tradition.