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Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Minister inspects SW hostels in Nandyal district
Nandyal: Social Welfare Minister Dola Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy stated that social welfare hostels were playing a vital role in shaping the future of underprivileged students. The Minister expressed hope that all girls residing in these hostels would study well and achieve high positions in life. As part of his one-day visit to the district, the Minister, accompanied by District Collector G Rajakumari conducted a surprise inspection of the Social Welfare Girls Post-Matric Hostels 1 & 2 located at Girinath Centre on Monday morning. During the inspection, the Minister enquired about the number of rooms, occupancy details, class-wise hostel admissions and cleanliness of the premises. He also reviewed whether nutritious meals were being provided as per the government-prescribed menu, and checked the condition of the kitchen, cleaning areas, bathrooms, and toilets. Furthermore, he interacted with students and staff to assess the functioning of study hours and overall hostel management. Minister Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy emphasised that Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu was giving special attention to the welfare of SC/ST communities. He urged students, particularly girls from poor families, to make the most of these government welfare schemes, study diligently and secure a bright future through education and discipline. District Collector Rajakumari reiterated the State government's commitment to education and welfare of the poor. She encouraged eligible families to utilise the benefits of social welfare hostels. She assured that students residing in these hostels while attending government schools or colleges receive quality education and meals at no cost. Later, the Minister and the Collector had lunch with the hostel students and expressed satisfaction over the food quality. Social welfare officials, hostel wardens, administrators and students participated in the programme.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Hans India
Intensified campaign launched to prevent plastic pollution
Nandyal: In a major move towards environmental protection, the Nandyal district administration has launched an intensified campaign to eliminate plastic pollution under the Swarna Andhra – Swachh Andhra (SASA) initiative. District Collector G Rajakumari has announced a one-month deadline for reducing the usage of banned single-use plastic (SUP) items across the district on Saturday. The Collector urged the public, traders and institutions to adopt eco-friendly alternatives and support the campaign for a cleaner and greener environment. The Collector emphasised that after the one-month grace period, stringent legal action will be initiated against those involved in the manufacture, storage, distribution, usage and transportation of prohibited SUP products. Enforcement will be carried out by the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board (APPCB), municipal bodies, panchayat departments, and other regulatory authorities. Action plans have already been drawn up to monitor violations and impose penalties as per established norms. As per the enforcement guidelines, manufacturers and importers of banned SUPs will face a fine of Rs 50,000 for the first offence, along with confiscation of the goods. Repeat offenders will be liable to pay Rs 1,00,000 in fines, face seizure of products and machinery, revocation of licenses, and prosecution under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. Distributors, importers, and e-commerce platforms found storing or distributing SUPs will be penalised Rs 25,000 initially, with additional charges of Rs 10 per kg of plastic seized. A second violation will attract a Rs 50,000 fine and legal prosecution. Penalties for retailers and vendors are also clearly defined. Street vendors found selling banned plastics will be fined Rs 2,500 for a first offence and Rs 5,000 for repeat violations, which may also lead to business closure. Shops and commercial establishments will face fines of Rs 20,000 for initial violations and up to Rs 40,000 and licence cancellation for subsequent offences. Transportation of SUPs will also be closely monitored, with special enforcement teams imposing fines and seizing vehicles, if necessary. The administration has appealed to the public to strictly avoid banned plastics and warned that violators will face tough consequences.
Hans India
06-07-2025
- General
- Hans India
Minister launches saplings plantation drive on birthday
Banaganapalle: Commemorating his birthday, Minister for Roads & Buildings, Investments, and Infrastructure, BC Janardhan Reddy, launched a large-scale tree plantation programme titled Haritha Banaganapalle on Saturday. The initiative, aimed at transforming Banaganapalle into a green and eco-friendly town, was spearheaded by the Minister and his wife B C Indiramma, who personally funded the purchase of saplings and plant containers worth Rs 30 lakh. The event commenced with a rally from the Minister's camp office to the local petrol bunk circle, drawing participation from students, government employees, coalition leaders and residents. A public meeting which was held at the rally's culmination point was attended by Nandyal District Collector G Rajakumari, who joined the Minister and his wife in planting saplings at the government hospital premises. Speaking at the gathering, Minister Janardhan Reddy emphasised the importance of restoring Banaganapalle's lost greenery and transforming it from a 'concrete jungle' into a model green town. He noted that around 5,000 rare and high-quality saplings were specially sourced from the Kadiyam nurseries of East Godavari district for this initiative. As part of the programme, saplings were planted along road dividers, in public institutions, hospitals and schools. The Minister called upon citizens to take ownership of the plants by nurturing them into full-grown trees, adding that community involvement is critical to the success of such environmental efforts. He also reiterated the town's progress in becoming plastic-free, a campaign launched six months ago under the leadership of B C Indiramma, and urged the remaining commercial establishments to join hands in achieving 100% plastic elimination. District Collector G Rajakumari lauded the Minister's commitment to sustainability and the enthusiastic participation of students and youth in the event. She stressed that meaningful change begins at the local level and praised the town's continued efforts to promote clean air, water and a healthy environment.
Hans India
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Collector stresses timely selection of mentors for adopted ‘Golden Families'
Nandyal: District Collector G Rajakumari has directed officials to expedite the process of selecting mentors for the identified 'Golden Families' under the P4 initiative. The Collector emphasized that the selection process should be carried out efficiently to ensure timely support and guidance for the families aimed at economic upliftment. The directive came following a Zoom video conference held on Friday by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu with district collectors, ministers, and MLAs from the state secretariat in Vijayawada. During the meeting, the Chief Minister outlined a clear roadmap of actions to be taken under the Public-Private-People Participation (P4) model. He stated that the initiative aims to reduce economic disparities and enhance the overall quality of life for every citizen. The Chief Minister described the P4 model as a game-changer for the future, stressing the need to identify zero-poverty households and provide them with consistent support, guidance, and skill development opportunities. He urged that mentors must take personal responsibility in transforming these families into economically self-reliant units. He also announced the establishment of the 'Swarnandhra P4 Foundation,' which will focus on improving standards in education, healthcare, and livelihoods. The ultimate goal, he said, is to eliminate poverty in the first phase by 2029, calling on all stakeholders to dedicate themselves to this collective mission. After the video conference, Collector Rajakumari reaffirmed the district's commitment to implementing the P4 initiative effectively. She stated that all guidelines and instructions issued by the Chief Minister would be carefully followed to ensure the program's success at the grassroots level. Chief Planning Officer Venu Gopal and other key officials also participated in the meeting.
Hans India
28-06-2025
- Health
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Take proactive measures to make Nandyal garbage-free dist: Collector
Nandyal:District Collector G Rajakumari has ordered the MPDOs, EOPRDs, and panchayat secretaries to take proactive responsibility in transforming Nandyal into a garbage-free district. She emphasised that collective and sincere efforts were essential to ensure cleanliness in rural areas under the Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2025 initiative. The Collector issued these directives during a one-day district-level workshop held at the Centenary Hall at the Collectorate on Friday, aimed at sensitising key officials on improving rural sanitation outcomes. Addressing the workshop, the Collector stated that special focus must be placed on maintaining hygienic conditions in villages, especially as evaluation teams from Swachh Survekshan are expected to visit the district soon. These teams, under the guidance of the Academy of Management Studies (IIMS), will inspect sanitation activities and award ranks based on cleanliness standards. Villages will be assessed on sanitation efforts at primary health centres, market places, Anganwadi centres, schools and other areas with high public footfall. Officials were directed to ensure that accurate data is updated in the PR-1 App. Furthermore, ASHA and ANM workers have been instructed to upload photos of unhygienic areas using the Vector Hygiene App. Upon receiving these alerts, panchayat secretaries must promptly act to clear garbage and verification must be done by health workers. With the onset of monsoon, there is also a heightened risk of diarrheal diseases, prompting the Collector to advise MPDOs to remain vigilant and take preventive action. The Collector also highlighted that the Chief Minister is personally reviewing PGRES and village secretariat surveys. Therefore, district and mandal-level officials must prioritise timely resolutions of grievances. She also instructed MPDOs to personally review applications under the 'Thalliki Vandhanam' scheme and coordinate with departments concerned to ensure swift resolution. Requests for medical and financial aid must be forwarded to the district administration without delay for consideration under the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. The workshop concluded with a PowerPoint presentation by the master trainer on action plans and implementation strategies under the Swachh Survekshan Grameen framework. Notable attendees included DPO Lalitha Bai, Deputy CEO Subba Reddy, RWS SE Manohar and DLP Officer Manjula Vani.
