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New Indian Express
an hour ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Aspirational Blocks Programme: Telangana's Gattu block placed fifth in NITI Aayog rankings
HYDERABAD: Gattu block of Jogulamba Gadwal district has secured the 5th rank at the national level in the Delta rankings of Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) announced by NITI Aayog on Friday. It also stood second in Zone-3, which includes the states of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. The rankings were announced as part of the Delta Rankings for the January-March 2025 quarter. Jogulamba Gadwal District Collector B M Santhosh in a statement said that Gattu block is set to receive a cash reward of Rs 1 crore from NITI Aayog in recognition of its good performance. He said that it is a remarkable achievement as a total of 500 aspirational blocks competed. As part of the initiative, a 'Wall of Fame' will be displayed at NITI Aayog's headquarters in New Delhi to showcase the success stories of top-performing blocks. The Delta Ranking is based on 39 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) spread across five critical sectors, including health and nutrition, education, agriculture and allied activities, basic infrastructure, social development. Between the October-December 2024 and January-March 2025 quarters, Gattu block recorded a notable composite score improvement from 61.24 to 69.43, marking a growth of 8.19%.
Hans India
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Delta Rankings for ABP: Ghattu Block in Gadwal dist in 5th place in nationwide rankings
Hyderabad: NITI Aayog has released the Delta Rankings for the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) for Q4 of 2024–25 (January–March 2025). Ghattu Block of Jogulamba Gadwal District secured the 5th rank out of 500 blocks nationwide and the 2nd rank in Zone 3, which comprises the states of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. In recognition of this outstanding performance, Ghattu Block has been awarded Rs 1 crore by NITI Aayog. The rankings were announced during a virtual national event hosted by NITI Aayog, which saw the participation of all 500 aspirational blocks across the country. The Delta Ranking is based on the progress made across 39 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) grouped under five core themes: 1) Health & Nutrition, 2) Education, 3) Agriculture & Allied Services, 4) Basic Infrastructure, 5) Social Development Between October–December 2024 and January–March 2025, Ghattu Block improved its composite score from 61.24 to 69.43, marking a significant incremental progress of 8.19% in just one quarter. District Collector Santhosh B M congratulated all Block Officers, sectoral departments, and frontline workers for their tireless efforts. He emphasized that achieving this milestone was possible due to strong coordination, real-time data monitoring, inter-departmental convergence, and a clear focus on KPI-based planning and implementation. 'This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our grassroots officers, who have worked relentlessly towards 100% saturation of all KPIs. The results reflect our collective commitment to translating the ABP's vision into reality,' said the Collector. As part of this initiative, the success stories and impact-driven models from the top-performing blocks will be showcased on the 'Wall of Fame' inaugurated today at NITI Aayog, New Delhi. This platform celebrates excellence and innovation under both the Aspirational Blocks and Aspirational Districts Programmes, and aims to inspire a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Business News Wales
9 hours ago
- Business
- Business News Wales
Regional Collaboration Key to Driving Newport Forward
I've often said that Newport's economic potential is enormous. We are the fastest growing area in Wales, and we offer something for everyone, from the smallest shop to the largest factory. We can boast the world's first compound semiconductor cluster and Newport is home to Vantage, Europe's largest data centre, IQE, KLA Corporation, and the Compound Semiconductor Applications Catapult. More than 1,500 people across the region are employed by the compound semiconductor cluster (predominantly in Newport) but is expected to grow to around 5,000 jobs over the next five years. The KLA Corporation has invested over $100m to expand operations in the city, developing their new base at Imperial Park. This is a huge boost to our city's economy, and proof that major companies see Newport as somewhere to invest in. There is also a strong regional supply chain with around 70 firms involved in supplying the four major companies in the cluster. Newport is at the heart of the emerging investment zone for southeast Wales with the priority focus being on the compound semiconductor sector. Working with both Welsh and UK governments who are supporting and prioritising this sector, we can attract further inward investment and deliver on local, regional and national commitments to economic growth. We also have the Associated British Ports (ABP) owned and operated Newport Docks in the city. Newport has a proud industrial past and thrived because of its port. When Welsh black gold was king, by 1914 over six million tonnes of coal was shipped from the port of Newport and today the port, the UK's biggest steel port, handles around £1 billion of UK trade every year. ABP are investing in and growing the offer at the port in order to deliver good quality and sustainable jobs, both now and in the future. By 2040, ABP's vision is of a highly efficient zero-carbon port integrated with a new 'clean growth hub'. Together, these facilities will be a powerful combination, attracting businesses looking to futureproof their manufacturing and supply chains. The port will offer connections to low-carbon sea and rail transport, solar energy, wind energy, heat networks, hydrogen production, and carbon capture facilities – all alongside the land needed to build the next generation of businesses. The results will bring new jobs and prosperity to Newport, drive growth across the sub-region, and help us improve the well-being of current and future generations across Wales. Our area's potential for growth is unmatched. South Wales and western England are forecast to grow faster than any UK region outside London and strengthen the union and as local leaders, we are committed to making sure we can deliver on that potential. We know business sees no borders and with over 100,000 car journeys across the Severn Bridge every day, cross border working will be essential for our area to ensure we can make decisions which capitalise on our potential. One of the great advantages we have to us is our location. Visitors and businesses can be in Bristol with 20 minutes or London within 90 minutes by train, and can access international airports within 45 minutes. Importantly we have 3.3 million people living within a one-hour drive of the city. Newport is also a team player. We thrive and succeed in working together with partners, investors and agencies to deliver economic growth and positive outcomes. Newport was proud to be part of the former Western Gateway partnership which was a unique pan-regional partnership for south Wales and western England, bringing together business, local leaders and academia to grow a greener, fairer future for the area. While the Western Gateway no longer exists as a formal entity, we have established strong links with partners, and we are committed to retaining these close ties despite the loss of funding for the partnership. We cannot allow the progress made on exploring the potential to harness tidal energy in the Severn Estuary go to waste. I'm pleased to see colleagues in Cardiff Capital Region and West of England Combined Authority picking up the baton on this. Newport has also been part of the Cardiff Capital Region since 2016. This is an incredibly powerful partnership between the 10 local authorities in southeast Wales and brings a wealth of opportunity to share knowledge and expertise and also align national and strategic priorities. The Cardiff Capital Region partnership has directly invested in the Newport Mega-Foundry at Imperial Park, Tŷ Hotel Newport and also a housing development in Ringland. It has also invested in Simec Atlantis Energy's project to transform the former Uskmouth power station into one of the UK's largest battery energy storage systems. This is a major project, which represents a tremendous economic and sustainable energy opportunity for Newport, bringing over 500 jobs to the region while growing our capacity to generate clean energy. The phrase 'stronger together' applies in Newport, whether we are working together with our residents, businesses, stakeholders, investors and partners. The collaborative working is the key to us unlocking our potential and driving Newport forward to be the city we all know it can be.
Business News Wales
9 hours ago
- Business
- Business News Wales
ABP's Millie Barnes Wins Rising Star Award at Maritime UK Awards 2025
Millie Barnes, assistant operations manager at Associated British Ports' (ABP) Port of Newport, has been named the winner of the prestigious Rising Star Award at the Maritime UK Awards 2025. Millie's journey at ABP began in 2022 as part of the ABP Graduate Scheme, where the firm said she quickly distinguished herself through her hands-on approach, operational insight, and leadership potential. Now in a permanent role, Millie has played a pivotal part in managing steel and container operations, contributing directly to ABP's mission of Keeping Britain Trading, it said. In 2024, Millie relocated from the Humber to South Wales to support a customer's major supply chain transformation. She was instrumental in scaling ABP's operations in South Wales, transitioning the Port of Newport to 24/7 working, recruiting new operatives, and implementing a new IT system. Her leadership and strategic thinking were further recognised when she joined ABP's senior leadership team on a visit to India to strengthen international partnerships. Beyond operations, Millie has made a lasting impact through her work with ABPGEN, ABP's Diversity & Inclusion group. As a coordinator, she has championed gender equality and inspired colleagues across the business. Millie said: 'I'm incredibly honoured to receive the Rising Star Award. It's a reflection of the amazing support I've had from my colleagues at ABP and the exciting opportunities I've been given to grow and lead. I'm passionate about driving positive change in maritime – whether that's through operational innovation or building a more inclusive industry – and I'm excited for what the future holds.' Craig Stephen, head of ABP's South Wales operations, said: 'Millie's drive, innovation, and commitment to inclusivity make her a true rising star. We are incredibly proud of her achievements and delighted to see her recognised on a national stage.' The Rising Star Award celebrates individuals under 30 who are making significant contributions to the maritime sector.
Hans India
11 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Gattu Block Ranks 5th Nationally in NITI Aayog Delta Ranking, Earns ₹1 Crore Award for Outstanding Development Progress
Gadwal: In a remarkable achievement, Gattu Block in Jogulamba Gadwal district has secured 5th place nationally and 2nd place in Zone-3 (comprising Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala) in the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) 2024–25 Delta Ranking for Q4 (January–March 2025) released by NITI Aayog. District Collector B. M. Santosh, IAS shared this proud update, stating that Gattu Block's exceptional performance in the latest national rankings has earned it a recognition award of ₹1 crore, which will soon be presented by NITI Aayog. The rankings were announced during a virtual event organized by NITI Aayog, where representatives from all 500 Aspirational Blocks across the country participated. As part of the celebrations, the "Wall of Fame" at the NITI Aayog Headquarters now features the success stories of top-performing blocks. This initiative highlights how Aspirational Blocks and District Programmes are working in alignment with India's vision for a Developed Nation by 2047. Ranking Methodology: The Delta Rankings were assessed based on 39 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) categorized under five crucial development themes: 1. Health and Nutrition 2. Education 3. Agriculture and Allied Services 4. Basic Infrastructure 5. Social Development Between the third quarter (October–December 2024) and the fourth quarter (January–March 2025), Gattu Block's composite score improved from 61.24 to 69.43, recording an impressive 8.19% growth. Collector's Appreciation: District Collector lauded the tireless efforts of Gattu Block officials, departmental heads, and frontline workers, stating: 'This is a result of collective and coordinated efforts. All departments have shown dedication and commitment towards achieving 100% KPI targets.' He extended heartfelt congratulations to all stakeholders involved and expressed confidence that the district would continue to excel in national-level development programmes. This milestone not only reflects the administrative efficiency and grassroots commitment in Gattu Block but also serves as an inspiration for other blocks across the country to strive for accelerated, inclusive, and sustainable development.
