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New Indian Express
18 hours ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Andhra Pradesh government fast-tracks TIDCO housing for poor people
ONGOLE: The State government is prioritising the completion of TIDCO housing units across the State, aiming to deliver 365 and 430 sq. ft. houses to beneficiaries by this Deepavali festival, announced Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAUD), P Narayana, on Friday. In a district-level review meeting at the Collectorate, the Minister confirmed that the long-delayed construction works had resumed, with L&T scheduled to begin work in Prakasam district within the next 15 days. MAUD Minister clarified that the TIDCO houses were categorised into 300 sq. ft., 365 sq. ft., and 430 sq. ft. units, and that the previous YSRCP government had left the scheme stalled. 'Despite bank loans being raised, many beneficiary accounts had turned into Non-Performing Assets (NPAs). Upon taking office, our alliance government paid Rs 140 crore to the bankers and got the scheme back on track,' he said. Narayana also revealed that the State is addressing the massive waste issue, with 85 lakh metric tons of garbage accumulated during the previous government's tenure. The government has already recycled 40 lakh tons and aims to clear the remaining waste by October 2. 'We are committed to providing safe drinking water, better sanitation, roads, and drainage facilities for urban citizens,' he said. The Minister also stated that the government is focusing on road expansion projects in Ongole, compensating affected families through TDR bonds. Despite the state's financial challenges, Narayana confirmed that under the leadership of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, the government has been able to secure central funds to drive its welfare and development agenda. 'We remain focused on fulfilling our promises, with plans to launch Anna Canteens in rural areas soon and generate 20 lakh job opportunities for the youth by attracting industrial giants to the state,' Narayana added.
Hans India
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Narayana accuses previous YSRCP govt of neglecting Nellore development
Nellore: Minister of Municipal Administration and Urban Development Ponguru Narayana has alleged that previous YSRCP government negleted the Nellore city development only because of political reasons. Addressing after inaugurating the municipal park developed with Rs 50 lakh at NTR Nagar in the 27th division here on Friday, the Minister recalled that when he was the Municipal Administration Minister in 2014, the government had sanctioned two major schemes like supply of drinking water from Sangam Barrage to Nellore city and Under Ground Drainage(UGD) each estimated to cost Rs 550 crore. e alleged that after coming to power in 2019 elections, the YSRCP government totally stalled the Sangam Barrage works, while abruptly stopped the UGD works which were completed 80 per cent by the previous TDP government just for political reasons. The Minister said that these two projects would be completed in a war-footing manner as Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has assured to release the funds very soon. The Minister said that it was proposed to establish 50 parks as part of beautification of Nellore city in a phased manner. While 30 have already been completed, remaining are under progress. The Minister said that it was decided to provide mineral water for 30,000 families each family getting 20 litres at a cost of Rs 2 per litre every day. The project is nearing completion. While asserting NDA government's commitment on providing corporate education to the poor students, Narayana said that following the directions of Human Resources Development Minister Nara Lokesh, it was decided to transform all 54 municipal schools like VR High School in the city. Later, the Minister inaugurated the sweeping machine set up at a cost of Rs 1.28 crores at Stone House Pet area in 7th division in the city. He said that already 28 sweeping machines are working in the interest of transforming Nellore into a dust-free city. Nellore Municipal Commissioner Y O Nandan, former nellore municipal commissioner Tallapaka Anuradha and local TDP leaders were present.
Hans India
19 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
TIDCO houses distribution by Diwali: Narayana
Ongole: Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P Narayana announced that the pending construction works of TIDCO houses will be completed and houses will be handed over to the beneficiaries by Diwali festival. He held a review meeting on the activities related to Ongole Urban Development Authority at the Collectorate here on Friday. Later addressing the media, Minister Narayana explained that the TIDCO houses are being constructed in three categories with areas of 300, 365, and 430 square feet. He announced that houses measuring 365 and 430 square feet will be completed first and delivered to beneficiaries by Diwali. He alleged that the previous government had raised bank loans in beneficiaries' names without providing houses, leading to non-performing assets (NPAs) in bank accounts. After Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's instructions and paying Rs 140 crore to the banks, the Minister explained that the banks enabled the beneficiaries to take out fresh loans. He said the construction activities have commenced across the State, with L&T representatives expected to begin construction work in Prakasam district within the next 15 days. The MAUD Minister announced that four of the eight and a half million tons of waste accumulated State-wide during the previous government's tenure had been recycled already, and the remaining will be recycled by October 2. He informed that tenders have been called for to provide safe drinking water through taps in the State. He said that within four years, every household will receive water from surface sources like rivers rather than borewells. Narayana said for road expansion in Ongole, TDR (Transferable Development Rights) bonds will be provided to affected parties. He emphasised the government's commitment to creating 20 lakh jobs as promised, focusing on bringing industries to the state. He said that free bus travel for women will begin from August 15, as announced by the Chief Minister. He said that the government is coordinating with the Central government to provide financial assistance to farmers. He announced that they are planning to extend Anna Canteens, which are addressing hunger among the poor and currently serving 2.25 lakh people daily, to the rural areas. Joint Collector R Gopalakrishna, Markapur MLA K Narayana Reddy, Ongole Mayor Gangada Sujatha, Deputy Mayor Vemuri Suryanarayana, Ongole Municipal Commissioner K Venkateswar Rao, and Urban Development Authority officials attended the review meeting.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Nara Lokesh to inaugurate V.R.C. High School in Nellore on July 6
Minister for Education, IT and Electronics Nara Lokesh will inaugurate the recently renovated V.R.C. High School in Nellore on July 6, said Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) Minister Ponguru Narayana. The Minister made the announcement after inspecting the school along with his daughter Ponguru Sharini on Thursday. Later, he conducted a review meeting with the teachers at the school premises and gave directions to the teachers on topics related to teaching and child care. He suggested the teachers to be role models for everyone and lauded the staff of NCC and municipal corporation officials for completing the renovation works at a fast pace. Speaking to the media, he said, 'The school is being renovated with international standards. The sports ground is very attractive. The classrooms and labs are suitable to provide digital education. The music and dance rooms have also been set up. Of the 5,000 admission applications, 1,050 poor students have received the opportunity to study.' 'On the lines of V.R.C. High School, 11 more high schools will be developed in the city within a year. The remaining schools will also be modernised in the next four years. The goal is to establish Nellore-based schools as a model in the country. I thank Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and Education Minister Lokesh for providing this opportunity.' Though the Education Minister will officially inaugurate the school on July 6, the classes will be commence for Class VI to IX from July 7, Class I to V from July 8, and for nursery from July 9. Joint Collector K. Karthik, Municipal Commissioner Y.O. Nandan, V.R.C. High School principal Venkat Rao and others participated in this programme.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Andhra's first Smart Bazaar to come up in Nellore city
Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAUD) Minister Dr Ponguru Narayana, who represents the Nellore City constituency, is personally overseeing the project along with NMC engineers. HRD and IT Minister Nara Lokesh is expected to inaugurate the Smart Bazaar upon completion. The project is envisioned as a flagship pilot under the coalition government's urban innovation mission. 'This is not just a market; it's a platform for women to achieve financial independence and dignity. Nearly 200 women will gain direct livelihood opportunities here, making it one of the largest such initiatives under the new government,' a senior municipal official told TNIE. Funding is sourced from multiple streams: Rs 3 crore from MEPMA (Mission for Elimination of Poverty in Municipal Areas), Rs 3 crore from the Swachh Andhra initiative, and the remainder through beneficiary contributions and bank loans. Each shop allottee will receive a Rs 1.5 lakh loan from banks. Once operational, the Smart Bazaar will host a diverse range of shops, including fast-food stalls, tea centres, boutique outlets, textile shops, vegetable stalls, and ice cream and cold drink parlours. Authorities are ensuring all essential amenities are in place—clean drinking water, electricity, Wi-Fi, public restrooms, 24/7 security, and designated parking zones. As of now, 35–40% of the work has been completed, and officials are confident the remaining construction will be finished within the next three months.
