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New Indian Express
24-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Andhra HC seeks explanation on staff rationalisation
VIJAYAWADA: The AP High Court sought an explanation from the State government regarding GO No. 1, issued on January 25, and GO No. 4, issued on April 10, which reduced staff in village and ward secretariats, and introduced a rationalisation system categorising secretariats into A, B and C. The petition challenging the GOs was filed by the Village Horticulture Assistant Welfare Association. Justice Challa Gunaranjan directed the Principal Secretary of Agriculture and Horticulture, the Secretary of Village and Ward Secretariats, and the Horticulture Commissioner to submit a counter affidavit within four weeks. Perni's petition dismissed The HC dismissed a petition filed by YSRCP leader Perni Venkataramaiah (Nani) and his son, stating legal action cannot be based solely on news articles in the fake house deeds case. They were permitted to approach the court if an FIR is filed. Krishnam Raju's case The High Court directed Thulluru police to treat the case against journalist VVR Krishnam Raju—accused of making vile remarks against Amaravati women—as the primary case. Related FIRs across the State were deemed as statements under CrPC Section 162. It cited SC ruling prohibiting multiple FIRs for the same incident. Mithun Reddy's anticipatory bail plea The anticipatory bail plea of YSRCP MP Mithun Reddy in the liquor scam case was referred to the Chief Justice due to procedural overlap. The prosecution assured that no arrest would be made until further orders.
New Indian Express
06-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
CS tells officials to gear up for monsoon eventualities
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Secretary K Vijayanand instructed officials to ensure comprehensive preparedness for the southwest monsoon season, emphasising proactive measures to mitigate disasters like cyclones and floods. During a video conference held at the State Secretariat on Thursday, he engaged with various State departments, alongside representatives from the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Disaster Relief Force (NDRF), and other Central government bodies, to review monsoon readiness. He stressed the need for advanced action plans to address potential heavy rains or cyclones. He urged the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) and other departments to anticipate risks such as overflowing rivers, streams, and canals, and to collaborate with Vassar Labs for effective planning. He directed the SDMA and Real-Time Governance Society (RTGS) to coordinate with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for enhanced disaster management. He emphasised minimising loss of life and property during calamities, calling for the timely restoration of normalcy through department-specific action plans. The Water Resources Department was instructed to strengthen flood embankments, stockpile sandbags, and intensify floodplain patrolling. The Roads and Buildings (R&B) Department was tasked with keeping JCBs, cranes, and power shovels ready to clear fallen trees and restore traffic on major roads. The Panchayat Raj & Rural Development (PR&RD) Department was directed to ensure standby generators for water supply schemes and leak-free pipelines, while the Municipal Administration Department was asked to complete desilting of urban drains and canals. The Energy Department was told to stock standby generators, tree cutters, and electricity poles, and the Medical and Health Department was to ensure adequate medicine supplies and raise public awareness about preventing infectious diseases in flood-prone areas. The Civil Supplies Department was instructed to maintain sufficient stocks of essential commodities at MLS points. He directed Revenue Principal Secretary G Jayalakshmi to circulate GO No. 1 and GO No. 13, which outline increased compensation for disaster victims, to all departments. He recommended biweekly departmental reviews to ensure effective disaster preparedness.
