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Hans India
16-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Ponguleti ploughs field, extends erukava greetings
Khammam: Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy inaugurated the Eruvaka programme at Kusumanchi Mandal Centre as part of his visit to Palair constituency on Sunday. The minister donned the hat of a farmer and took to the fields ploughing it much to the attraction of the attendees. Later, he extended Erukava greetings to farmer brothers and women labourers. Speaking on the occasion, the minister hoped that this year's rains will make Telangana the top dairy exporter in the country. 'I am happy to have participated in the Eruvaka programme organised by the farmers of the Palair constituency that I love so much,' he said, adding, 'Happy Eruvaka to the farmers who work tirelessly across the state to provide food security to the people of the country.' 'By the grace of God, the southwest monsoon greeted us fifteen days early this year. The agricultural season has also begun,' said the minister. 'The government has made plans to catch every drop of water. I wish that all the farmers in the state are happy and contented.' Adding a note on the government's schemes for farmers, he lauded the Indiramma government for encouraging farmers and improving their financial situation. 'For agriculture, we will give Rs 12,000 for investment for every eligible acre from tomorrow. On behalf of the people of the state, we thank the Chief Minister,' assured Ponguleti. 'The government is working with all sincerity to implement the promises made to the farmers. Plans have been prepared to supply quality seeds and fertilisers without any problems,' he said. 'Even after the collapse of Kaleshwaram, we are the first state in the country in terms of grain production. We are implementing programmes like free electricity, farmer assurance, quality seeds according to plan,' said the minister.
United News of India
15-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Local body polls in Telangana soon: Minister Ponguleti says notification by month-end
Khammam (Telangana), June 15 (UNI) Telangana Revenue, Housing and Information and Public Relations Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy on Sunday announced that the field is ready for the local body elections in the state. He said the election notification is expected to be issued by the end of June, and a cabinet decision on the schedule will be taken on June 16. The MPTC and ZPTC elections will be held first, followed by Sarpanch and Municipal elections. Speaking to party leaders at the Kusumanchi MLA camp office in Khammam district, the Minister stressed the need for unity among local leaders and urged them to resolve public issues on priority. He added that candidates will be selected based on reservation and their winning chances. As a part of development programmes in the Paleru constituency, the Minister participated in the Eruvaka (starting of cultivation) celebrations and extended greetings to farmers. He highlighted that under the Indiramma government scheme , all eligible farmers will receive Rythu Bharosha (investment support) of Rs 12,000 per acre starting June 16, up from the previous Rs 10,000. He also stated that Rs 21,000 crore in farm loans have been waived, surpassing the previous government's Rs 17,000 crore waiver. Ponguleti assured that Rythu Bharosa will be provided for the third time from tomorrow and emphasised the government's commitment to delivering free electricity, quality seeds, and fertilizers to farmers. He criticised the previous government for abandoning irrigation projects like Sitarama and Kaleshwaram and vowed that the current administration will complete them to ensure water for every acre. UNI VV BD
The Hindu
13-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Eruvaka Pournami: When bulls are worshipped at beginning of crop sowing season
Farmers in some parts of Telangana have celebrated Eruvaka or Erokka Pournami on Wednesday (June 12, 2025) marking the beginning of the farm activity for crop sowing, and worshiped bulls used in ploughing. On the occasion, farmers gave bath to the cattle, embellished their horns, fed them with local dishes, prepared farm implements like plows and ceremoniously ploughed fields. Bullock cart procession was also taken out in some villages. A farmer from Cheriyala village of Sangareddy, Pocharam Ramulu said that after waking up in the morning, they take bulls to a nearby lake or other water body to wash them. 'Later, their horns are painted with colours. And, we give them polelu (sweet dish), pulgam (made of Sorghum), raw eggs, oil, panakam (a drink made of jaggery, pepper and other ingredients). Farm related work, cleaning fields of earlier crop remnants and leveling begins,' C. Sailu, Peerampalli village in Vikarabad said that the celebrations are held to worship bulls and mark the sowing season. Turmeric bulbs are crushed and fed to them. Yokes too are cleaned. 'From 4 to 5 p.m., the edlu (bulls) are taken to fields, fed polelu and they are worshipped. On this day, neither bulls or farmers work. It is a holiday for both. If someone does not have a bull or cow at home, they ask others in the village to bring the cattle to worship at home,' said Mr. Sailu Bonthu Rambabu, Telangana State Joint Secretary of Rythu Sangham said, 'In simple words, it [Eruvaka Pournami] is the beginning of Kharif season.' However, people in some parts of the State said that relatively fewer people are celebrating the festival now. Mr. Sailu said that instead of a procession only of bullock carts, some people follow a few carts in tractors, cars or bikes.
The Hindu
11-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Steps will be taken to develop Nakkapalle hospital and Revupolavaram in Anakapalli district, says Home Minister
Home Minister V. Anitha has said that Nakkapalle government hospital is being developed as a 100-bed hospital. She also stated that the government is taking steps to develop Revupolavaram as a major tourist destination. The Minister took part in 'Mukha Mukhi' programmes at Namavaram villages in S. Rayavaram mandal in Payakaraopeta constituency in Anakapalli district on Wednesday. Interacting with people as part of 'Mukha Mukhi', Ms. Anitha alleged that during the previous YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government, not a single village saw development activity. But under the NDA government, villages are witnessing all-round development, she said. She said that Jalluru and Panduru bridges are nearing completion. She also announced that soon, an Anna Canteen is going to be opened at Payakaraopeta. She said that Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has been working with a vision for the future generations and under his leadership, several industrialists are evincing interest to invest in the State. Anakapalli district is also receiving a significant number of investments. The arrival of bulk drug and steel plants will create significant employment opportunities, she said. During the programme, Ms. Anitha has assured to provide door-to-door tap water connection. She also said that steps are also being taken to ensure there are no issues related to irrigation water. The Home Minister also received petitions from several persons and many issues were resolved on the spot. 'Eruvaka' programme Earlier, Ms. Anitha participated in 'Eruvaka' programme at Geddapalem village. As part of the programme, she performed a traditional ritual, offering prayers and ploughed the field with oxen. She distributed subsidised seeds to farmers and also launched drone services for farmers. Speaking to the farmers, Ms Anitha said the government is committed to providing modern, technology-based equipment to farmers. She noted that drones are making agricultural tasks easier for farmers. She said that the NDA government has been giving high priority to the welfare of farmers.
Hans India
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
AP Home Minister Anitha wishes on Eruvaka Pournami, says govt. committed for farmers welfare
Andhra Pradesh's Home Minister, Vangalapudi Anitha, extended her warm greetings to farmers in celebration of Eruvaka Pournami, highlighting the crucial role they play as the backbone of the nation. During her visit to the Payakaraopet constituency on Wednesday, she reiterated the commitment of the NDA government to farmer welfare. Participating in the Eruvaka programme in Geddapalem village, within the S Rayavaram mandal, Home Minister Anitha engaged in the traditional practice by ploughing the fields alongside party members. Speaking to the media, she underscored the government's prioritisation of agricultural development. Minister Anitha detailed initiatives aimed at modernising farming practices, mentioning the provision of advanced equipment in line with technological advancements. She noted that farmers are now utilising drones in their agricultural activities, with the government offering an 80 per cent subsidy for drone acquisition. Anitha expressed her hope for prosperous dairy farming in Andhra Pradesh, reinforcing the government's dedication to enhancing the agricultural sector.
