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Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Collective efforts needed to ban plastic usage: Minister
Banaganapalle (Nandyal district): In a major step towards achieving a cleaner and greener Andhra Pradesh, Swarnandhra-Swachh Andhra (SASA) campaign was held at Kovelakuntla village on Saturday. Minister for Roads & Buildings, Infrastructure, and Investments BC Janardhan Reddy participated in the campaign. He led a rally from Kovelakuntla bus stand circle, accompanied by students, teachers and officials from various departments, forming a human chain to raise awareness about the harmful effects of plastic usage and the benefits of tree plantation. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Reddy emphasised that the government, under the leadership of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, was organizing Swachh Divas on the third Saturday of every month with the vision of achieving a 'Swarnandhra by 2047.' He informed that the theme for July is, 'Ending plastic pollution – avoid non-essential plastics and related pollution.' Awareness campaigns were being conducted across the State as part of this initiative. He urged that this movement should begin at the grassroots level to make it truly successful. Highlighting the health hazards of plastic pollution, including the rising cases of cancer due to plastic consumption by cattle and humans alike, the Minister stressed the need for collective efforts to eliminate plastic from homes, villages and towns. He also announced that the Kovelakuntla gram panchayat would pass a resolution against plastic use, giving shopkeepers one month to switch to alternatives like paper plates, cotton bags and reusable utensils. Minister Reddy proudly shared the success of his wife BC Indiramma's efforts in transforming nearly 80% of Banaganapalle into a plastic-free zone and called upon Kovelakuntla to emulate the same model. He appealed to teachers to educate students daily on plastic hazards and encouraged students to influence their families. 'A plastic-free Kovelakuntla is possible only with your cooperation,' he said, urging everyone to segregate waste at home and maintain cleanliness to ensure a healthy, oxygen-rich environment.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Science
- Hans India
One-day space edu camp held at Govt Girls High School
Banaganapalle: Ina landmark initiative, the first-ever 'One Day Space Education Camp' in Andhra Pradesh was inaugurated at the Government Girls High School in Banaganapalle constituency on Friday. The camp is being organised under the guidance of Roads and Buildings, Infrastructure and Investments Minister B C Janardhan Reddy, aligning with the vision of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Education Minister Nara Lokesh to promote innovative learning experiences for students in government schools. AP Science City CEO Kesineni Venkateswarlu formally inaugurated the programme, which aims to provide rural students with a comprehensive introduction to space science. As part of the initiative, students were given hands-on exposure to space-related equipment, including the assembly and dismantling of model rockets. Practical demonstrations on drone technology and its use in modern defense applications were also conducted. In a captivating session, students interacted with a model rover to understand its role in missions like Chandrayaan. Using augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) tools, the students were virtually shown how Chandrayaan made its lunar landing, making space science both immersive and accessible. The event witnessed participation from representatives of Muskan company, Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan officials, Deputy DEO of Dornala, headmasters, and teachers from across the Banaganapalle mandal. The camp was praised by educators and students alike, who extended their heartfelt thanks to Minister B C Janardhan Reddy for facilitating such a pioneering educational experience in their constituency. Many locals expressed pride in being represented by a visionary leader who prioritises science and technology education for the youth. CEO Kesineni Venkateswarlu further revealed that the Andhra Pradesh Science City (SCAP) has launched this Statewide programme with the aim of creating scientific awareness and nurturing technological aspirations among government school students. As part of the first phase, the Space Education camps will be held across 10 selected districts from July 18 to August 6.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
TDP is always committed to irrigating Seema, asserts minister
Banakacharla (Nandyal distrtict):Roadsand buildings, infrastructure minister B C Janardhan Reddy released Krishna river waters from the Banakacharla Complex into the Srisailam Right Branch Canal (SRBC), as part of efforts to channel water to the Gorukallu reservoir. Speaking at a public meeting following the event on Friday, Janardhan Reddy, joined by MLAs Budda Rajasekhar Reddy and Gitta Jayasurya, expressed optimism over the seasonal rains aiding water availability and emphasised the state government's commitment to sustainable irrigation. The minister praised the TDP's legacy, noting that from the era of NT Rama Rao to current leader N Chandrababu Naidu, the TDP has consistently initiated and completed local irrigation projects that directly benefit farmers. Highlighting the Gorukallu reservoir, he stated that while successive governments had failed to complete it, the project was revived and strengthened during the TDP regime (2014–2019) with over Rs 300 crore in investments. Initially designed for 6 tmc ft water, the reservoir's capacity was expanded to 12 tmf ft under TDP's leadership, an extraordinary achievement, he remarked. Reddy explained the strategic use of Krishna waters for irrigation in Kadapa and Chittoor districts via the SRBC canal, and reiterated the importance of utilising surplus waters by channeling them to the Avuku reservoir through the Galeru-Nagari system, eventually reaching Pulivendula. Janardhan Reddy said that their government is driven by genuine concern for Rayalaseema farmers, unlike the previous regime which ignored critical works and diverted attention from projects like the Galeru-Nagari Sujala Sravanthi. He further noted that despite having seven YSRCP MLAs in Nandyal Parliament constituency during the previous government, none of them secured funds for canal expansion works. In contrast, the current government has swiftly mobilised Rs 2.35 crore for urgent repairs to the Gorukallu reservoir and sanctioned Rs 22 crore for canal maintenance, executed directly by the department, not via contractors. He called upon officials and water user association leaders to ensure efficient use of water during both rabi and kharif seasons, urging a collective responsibility to preserve every drop and deliver irrigation to the last acre of farmland.
Hans India
11-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
PTM held to ensure holistic development of students
Banaganapalle: Minister for Roads & Buildings, Investments and Infrastructure, BC Janardhan Reddy, attended the Mega Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) held at Zilla Parishad High School, Kolimigundla, under the Banaganapalle constituency on Thursday. The event, organised under the auspices of the State government for the second consecutive year, saw enthusiastic participation from parents, teachers and students. The PTM initiative, spearheaded by HRD Minister Nara Lokesh, aims to strengthen parent-teacher collaboration and ensure holistic development of students in government schools, offering education on par with private institutions. During the meeting, several issues concerning the school's infrastructure and student welfare were brought to the Minister's attention. These included the need for a dining hall to facilitate midday meals, repairs to damaged washrooms, incomplete disbursal of the 'Thalli Ki Vandanam' benefits, and lack of safe drinking water. Teachers also highlighted the absence of classroom doors, deteriorating building slabs and a shortage of funds to renovate three damaged classrooms. Responding positively, the Minister assured swift action and directed officials to address the issues without delay. Minister Janardhan Reddy further pledged to either repair the existing water purification plant or install a new one using his personal funds if necessary. He also announced plans to develop greenery within the school premises by planting saplings every 15 feet, promising to procure the plants from Kadiyam nurseries. With local borewells failing to yield water, he instructed officials to prepare proposals to draw drinking water from the Avuku reservoir as an alternative solution. In a humane gesture, the Minister intervened in the case of Niharika, a Class IX student suffering from paralysis, and instructed the District Medical and Health Officer (DMHO) to arrange daily physiotherapy sessions for her. Addressing transport concerns raised by students and parents, the Minister assured that RTC bus timings would be adjusted to suit school schedules. Highlighting the impact of the 'Thalli Ki Vandanam' scheme, he noted that over 9,000 students in the Kolimigundla mandal had benefited from the programme so far.
New Indian Express
05-07-2025
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
Andhra launches road project works based on Danish technology
KURNOOL: In a pioneering move, the State government has launched a pilot project using Danish Asphalt Fibre Reinforcement Technology to build durable roads. Roads and Buildings, Infrastructure and Investments Minister, BC Janardhan Reddy, laid the foundation stone for the road project in Sanjamala mandal of Nandyal district on Friday. The two-lane road between Mudigedu and Sanjamala village is being constructed using a mix of bitumen and high-tensile synthetic fibres such as aramid and polyolefin, which promise stronger, longer-lasting roads. Minister BC Janardhan Reddy also visited the technology plant near Ravvalakonda and participated in the mixing process.
