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Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Party workers' role key in delivering schemes: Gottipati
Addanki: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar announced that the coalition government, under Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, aims to ensure that welfare schemes reach all eligible beneficiaries and effectively communicate its initiatives to all citizens across the state. The minister, along with the Bapatla MP Tenneti Krishna Prasad unveiled a statue of NT Rama Rao and NTR Kalakshetram, and participated in 'Suparipalanalo Tholi Adugu-Intintiki Telugu Desam' programme, at Chandaluru village in J Panguluru mandal, on Sunday. During the village-level campaign, Minister Gottipati visited households to assess the implementation of coalition government welfare programmes and gathered feedback from beneficiaries. Additionally, he distributed three-wheeler scooters to ten differently-abled individuals. Speaking on the occasion, Gottipati praised NTR as the pioneer of welfare schemes for the poor, noting that programmes like two-rupee rice and women's property rights are still implemented by numerous states nationwide. The minister announced infrastructure funding, including Rs 30 lakh for road construction in Chandaluru village, Rs 2 crore for the Chandaluru-Gangavaram BT road, and Rs 35 lakh for constructing a dining hall at the district council high school. Gottipati explained that the primary objective of the 'Suparipalanalo Tholi Adugu- Intintiki Telugu Desam' initiative is to monitor how welfare schemes reach eligible beneficiaries during the coalition government's 15-month tenure. He emphasised that programmes such as pensions, Talliki Vandanam, and the Deepam gas scheme distribution should be verified by relevant department officials and secretariat staff. He emphasised the crucial role of party workers in implementing government schemes.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Energy Minister distributes bicycles to 453 students
Addanki: EnergyMinister Gottipati Ravi Kumar distributed free bicycles to 453 students across two schools in the Addanki constituency on Friday and announced plans to distribute bicycles to 10,000 students in the constituency by December. The distribution began at the Elementary High School in Kommalapadu village, Santhamaguluru mandal, where 104 students received bicycles funded through CSR initiatives. Subsequently, at the Zilla Parishad High School in Makkenavaripalem village, 349 students were provided with free bicycles. Speaking at the Kommalapadu school premises, Minister Gottipati announced ambitious plans to distribute bicycles to 10,000 students studying from 6th to 10th grades across all primary and high schools in the Addanki constituency by year-end, utilising CSR funds. When teachers at Makkenapadu school requested an RO water plant, the Minister immediately ordered for its installation. He also promised to complete the incomplete buildings and construct new structures, if needed, for the students. Speaking at both schools, Gottipati emphasised the health benefits of cycling, noting that bicycle usage has declined even in rural areas. He explained that bicycles would help students reach school faster while providing essential physical exercise for better health. He highlighted the coalition government's comprehensive approach to creating a conducive learning environment. This academic year has seen the provision of quality meals, good bags, and standard textbooks to students. He criticised the previous government for placing political symbols on student bags and books, stating that Minister Lokesh has shown special care for students without any political affiliations. He instructed officials to ensure the 'Talliki Vandanam' scheme reaches everyone, even those facing technical difficulties. He also inaugurated newly constructed CC roads and side drains worth Rs 30 lakh in Makkenavaripalem village. During the 'Suparipalanalo Tholi Adugu- Intintiki Telugu Desam' programme at Santhamaguluru, he distributed cheques and LOCs to 46 beneficiaries under the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. Regarding irrigation, Minister Gottipati assured farmers of water supply to the last field, mentioning cleaning of major and minor canals and desilting work.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Over 400 bicycles handed over to school students
Minister for Energy Gottipati Ravi Kumar on Friday handed over 349 bicycles to the students of Zilla Parishad High School (ZPHS) in Makkenavaripalem and 104 bicycles to the students of Government Upper Primary School in Kommalapadu, both villages at Santhamaguluru mandal in Bapatla district. The bicycles are part of 1,000 bicycles donated by SEIL Energy India Ltd., Nellore-based independent power producer, to school children in Addanki Constituency of Bapatla district, under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The initiative is part of a broader plan to provide bicycles to 10,000 students in the region by the end of the year. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said, 'This is not just a gesture of support, but an investment in the future of rural students. The bicycles help improve school attendance, punctuality, and physical fitness. The decline in cycle usage in rural areas needed to be addressed with practical interventions like this'. He also lauded the CSR partners for their contribution and personally thanked the company representatives. He mentioned the success of 'Talliki Vandanam' scheme, under which financial assistance is being deposited to eligible students' families. He instructed officials to resolve any pending disbursements without delay. Highlighting the Coalition government's commitment to education, Mr. Gottipati said that the school students are being provided with quality meals, bags, and textbooks free of political branding under the leadership of Minister for Education Nara Lokesh. He said that the government is ensuring a supportive learning environment across all government schools. During the visit, the Minister responded to requests for an RO water plant at the Makkenavaripalem ZPHS and immediately directed its installation. He also assured to complete the repair works at all school buildings and to construct new ones wherever required. As part of the visit to the village, he also inaugurated new CC roads and side drains worth ₹30 lakh. Janmejaya Mahapatra, CEO of SEIL Energy India Ltd, said, 'We believe that education is the most powerful tool for community transformation. Through this initiative, we are not just donating bicycles – we are helping unlock the future potential of 1,000 children. We are proud to partner with the State government in advancing this noble and meaningful cause.' All 1,000 beneficiaries are underprivileged school students from rural areas, and many of them are first-generation learners. This project is part of SEIL's broader CSR commitment across four key pillars: education, health, decarbonisation and skill and entrepreneurship development. Over the past decade, it has positively impacted about one million lives through the CSR initiatives, he added. It may be noted here that Mr. Gottipati Ravi Kumar had last week handed over 137 bicycles to the students of ZPHS at Vellalacheruvu village in the same mandal, and earlier distributed 452 bicycles to students of ZPHS at Medarametla village in Korisapadu mandal of the district. The beneficiaries include girl students from Classes 6 to 10.
New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Expedite setting up of Reliance CBG plants: AP energy minister
VIJAYAWADA: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar directed Reliance representatives to coordinate with the Energy Department to ensure the swift and efficient construction of Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants in Andhra Pradesh. Gottipati said that the establishment of CBG plants in the State would not only benefit local farmers but also create employment and livelihood opportunities for educated youth, encouraging people to voluntarily come forward to support the setting up of these plants. A high-level meeting was held under the chairmanship of Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar at the Secretariat on Thursday to review the progress of Reliance's green energy investments in the State. During the review meeting, Gottipati instructed that the officials to expedite setting up of Reliance CBG plants and said that a review would be conducted once every 15 days. He stated that the plants at Vayumadugu and PC Palli are scheduled to be completed and commissioned by March 2026. In addition to Prakasam district, CBG plants are also being established in select constituencies of Sri Sathya Sai, Nandyal, and Anantapur districts. In the next phase, plants will be set up in the Kandukur, Atmakur, and Udayagiri areas of Nellore district. Reliance representatives expressed satisfaction with the full cooperation extended by the State government. They said that the CBG plants would provide support to local farmers and create employment opportunities for local youth across the State. On the occasion, Gottipati instructed the concerned line agencies to extend all necessary support to fast-track land allotments, resolve inter-departmental issues promptly, and coordinate closely with Reliance teams at the district level. He emphasised that this mega green energy initiative holds great potential for rural development, job creation, and industrial growth. He responded positively to Reliance on the support required from the State government. Reliance representatives said that the organisation has already invested over `1,000 crore in the last 18 months for the establishment of eight CBG plants.
New Indian Express
7 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Rs 110 crore worth of roads completed in Addanki: Min Gottipati Ravi Kumar
GUNTUR: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar on Tuesday announced that road works worth Rs 110 crore have been completed in Addanki constituency within a year, highlighting the coalition government's focus on development. Participating in the Intintiki Telugu Desam campaign in Addanki, he laid the foundation for the Rs 5.10 crore Vemparala–Mailavaram BT road and a Rs 55 lakh Jal Jeevan Mission project. He assured completion of the road within five months, with funding from Panchayat Raj, NABARD, and Roads and Buildings departments. Gottipati criticised the previous YSRCP government for neglecting even basic road repairs. 'They did not lay even a single kilometre of road in five years,' he alleged. He praised Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu for extending infrastructure to rural areas on par with urban development. The minister also accused YSRCP leaders of involvement in scams, including the liquor scam, and of spreading false propaganda to deflect from their failures. Highlighting welfare schemes, he said the government had allocated Rs 33,000 crore annually in pensions to 65 lakh beneficiaries and Rs 10,000 crore was transferred in a single day through Talli Ki Vandanam, and free LPG connections are being provided despite financial hurdles left by the previous regime.
