Lokesh Invites Trafigura to Invest in Port-Based Infra in Andhra Pradesh

Oct 07, 2025 | 539 Views

Mumbai: Andhra Pradesh Minister for IT, Electronics, and Education Nara Lokesh met Sachin Gupta, CEO of Trafigura India, a global leader in logistics, oil, minerals, and food exports. During the meeting, Lokesh urged Trafigura to explore investment opportunities in port-based infrastructure, cold storage, and export facilities across Andhra Pradesh. Trafigura, which recorded $243.2 billion in business operations in FY 2024–25, had earlier signed a $1.4 billion LNG supply deal with Indian Oil Corporation in April. The company already exports coal, zinc, and aluminum through the Visakhapatnam Port and operates in multiple sectors including oil, petroleum transport, metals, minerals, gas, renewable energy, and logistics. Highlighting Andhra Pradesh’s strong export potential, Lokesh noted that the state contributes 70% of India’s shrimp production and is a leading rice producer. He invited Trafigura to set up modern warehousing facilities at Visakhapatnam and Kakinada ports, participate in the renewable energy trade, and consider establishing an LNG regasification terminal to support gas-based power generation. With 82.62 million tonnes of cargo handled by Visakhapatnam Port this year, Lokesh also proposed the creation of a commodity trading desk in Vizag to boost the region’s logistics and export ecosystem.

Ex-Minister Ambati Rambabu’s Daughter Srija Ties Knot in USA

Oct 06, 2025 | 547 Views

Illinois, USA: YSRCP senior leader and former minister Ambati Rambabu’s elder daughter Dr. Srija entered a new chapter in her life with a grand wedding ceremony in the United States. She tied the knot with software engineer Harsha in a traditional Hindu ceremony held at the Mahalakshmi Temple in Illinois, following Telugu customs and rituals. The wedding was attended by close relatives and friends in person, while many well-wishers from India joined virtually to shower blessings on the couple. Ambati Rambabu shared that a formal wedding reception will soon be organized in Andhra Pradesh to celebrate the occasion with extended family and supporters. Dr. Srija, who completed her higher studies in the US, is currently pursuing a fellowship in Endocrinology at the University of Illinois. Her husband Harsha is employed as a software engineer with Deutsche Bank in the US. Hailing from Tanuku in West Godavari district, Harsha belongs to the Kamma community. The event marked a beautiful blend of tradition and modern celebration, strengthening family ties across continents.

CM Naidu Pushes Agri Growth, FPOs & Dairy Clusters

Oct 06, 2025 | 549 Views

Amaravati, October 4, 2025: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu emphasized the need to fully leverage the Central Government’s Purvodaya Scheme for strengthening allied agriculture sectors in the state. Reviewing developmental plans with senior officials at the camp office, the CM directed departments to prepare strategies for growth in horticulture, micro-irrigation, fisheries, aquaculture, and food processing, ensuring both economic advancement and improved living standards for dependent communities. He stressed on crop diversification, identifying high-demand national and international products, and guiding farmers towards export-oriented cultivation. Highlighting the importance of linking farmers with industries, the CM said this would protect farmers from market losses and boost income. He instructed officials to promote Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) with central government’s financial support and to organize joint workshops for horticulture farmers and food processing industries. Certification, traceability, and enhanced logistics were identified as key factors in strengthening the supply chain. Plans were also discussed to set up an Aqua Culture University and double aquaculture production. On the livestock front, Chandrababu directed officials to focus on cluster-based cattle sheds and suggested that their management and maintenance be entrusted to DWCRA groups. He also emphasized integrating milk production units, chilling centers, fodder banks, and biogas plants, ensuring higher milk yield, healthier livestock, and disease control. Additionally, the CM underlined that every Rythu Seva Kendra should provide farmer awareness on crop patterns across its jurisdiction. He also confirmed that the state is setting up MSME parks in all 175 constituencies, with dedicated food processing zones to promote rural industries. The review meeting was attended by Minister Atchannaidu and senior officials from multiple departments.

AP Kapu JAC Welcomes GO 7, Demands Complete Repeal of GO 5

Oct 04, 2025 | 542 Views

Vijayawada, October 3, 2025: The Andhra Pradesh Kapu Joint Action Committee (JAC) has welcomed the issuance of GO 7 by the state government, while demanding the complete repeal of GO 5, which had controversially categorized certain Kapu sub-groups under the “Giri Balija” label. Addressing a press conference at Vijayawada Press Club, JAC President Chandu Janardhan expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, Minister Nara Lokesh, BC Welfare Minister Savitha, Secretary S. Satyanarayana, and Rajya Sabha member Sana Satish for their support in addressing Kapu community concerns. Chandu Janardhan criticized GO 5 for causing social and cultural insult to the Kapu community, noting that decades-old issues require immediate resolution. The JAC demanded solutions for Kapu sub-caste problems, allocation of funds to the Kapu Corporation, completion of housing projects, and honoring the memory of the late Vangaveeti Mehan Ranga in Krishna district. They also urged priority in nominated and political positions based on population and fair postings for Kapu employees. The JAC highlighted that to address BC reservation and other community issues, they will continue their agitation, including meetings across Annamayya district and a planned hunger strike to press for their demands. Chandu Janardhan also acknowledged the contributions of Kapu employee associations, teacher groups, and Balija community leaders from various districts who supported the movement for repealing GO 5. The press conference was attended by several Kapu JAC and district-level leaders, including Sanjeev Kumar, Samatam Ramu, Chandu Bhavanarayana, Bhaskar, Mullapudi Nageswara Rao, Sunkara Sambasiva Rao, and others, emphasizing the united stance of the Kapu community in achieving social justice and recognition.

AP Extends Deadline for Kharif e-Crop Survey Registration Until October End

Oct 04, 2025 | 560 Views

Amaravati, October 2025: The Agriculture Department of Andhra Pradesh has announced an extension for the registration of land and crop details under the Kharif e-Crop Digital Survey 2025. Originally set to close earlier, the last date for recording crop cultivation data has now been extended to October 25, 2025, while social verification and corrections can be made until October 30, 2025. The final lists will be displayed on notice boards by October 31, 2025. According to Sri Dilli Rao, IAS, State Agricultural Director, progress in the e-Crop survey has been affected by specific field challenges. Of the 290 lakh land parcels statewide, only 36% (88 lakh parcels) have been recorded so far. Delays were primarily due to new field staff unfamiliar with survey numbers, concurrent responsibilities such as seed and fertilizer distribution, and heavy rainfall affecting field operations. Districts like Krishna, East Godavari, and Kakinada reported better coverage above 50%, while YSR, Chittoor, Anakapalli, Visakhapatnam, and Alluri Sitaramaraju districts showed less than 22% coverage. The department emphasized that all crop and non-cultivated fallow land data must be completed by the end of October. District Agricultural and Horticultural officers have been instructed to ensure active participation of Village Revenue Officers (VROs), proper supervision of farmer service center staff, and daily monitoring of survey progress. The e-Crop database will serve as a centralized platform for farmers’ land and crop data, supporting welfare programs and development schemes across the state. The Agriculture Department further advised allocation of additional staff, coordinated inter-departmental supervision, and continuous monitoring to ensure complete and high-quality data collection within the revised timeline. Farmers and officials are urged to cooperate fully to achieve 100% coverage for the Kharif 2025 season.