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New Indian Express
2 hours ago
- General
- New Indian Express
CM Naidu vows to empower 20 lakh poor families through P4 initiative
TIRUPATI: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday said he would serve as a guardian for poor children across Andhra Pradesh, calling the opportunity a 'God-given responsibility'. He was addressing a gathering at the Praja Vedika during an awareness meeting on the newly launched P4 (People-Public-Private-Partnership) programme. Naidu reiterated his long-standing goal to eliminate poverty from the State by 2029. 'My dream is to make Andhra Pradesh a State without poverty. Through the P4 initiative, we aim to uplift 15 to 20 lakh poor families,' he said, adding that the programme will be a global model and succeed with the blessings of Lord Venkateswara. 'If we support these golden children, their confidence will grow, and they, in turn, will uplift others,' he added, referring to the Bangaru Kutumbams (golden families) scheme under P4. P4 beneficiaries share their journeys of struggle & hope Beneficiaries of the P4 initiative shared emotional stories of hardship and aspiration at the Praja Vedika, drawing applause and support from officials, community leaders, and NGOs. A beneficiary named D Vinutha said that she scored 986 marks in Intermediate BiPC and is currently pursuing long-term coaching for medical entrance. Her sister Anitha has completed Intermediate, and her brother Ganesh is in Class 10. The siblings lost their mother in 2014 and their father during the COVID-19 pandemic and have been raised by their grandparents. 'If we get the right guidance, we will study well, reach good positions, and guide others,' Vinutha said. Rotary Club President Rajendra Shetty praised the Chief Minister for his vision and pledged that the Rotary Club would sponsor the education of Vinutha and her siblings. 'Chandrababu is a boon from Lord Venkateswara,' Shetty said. Another beneficiary, Eshwari, lost her husband in 2019 and receives no support from her in-laws. She is raising two sons, currently in Classes 8 and 5. Moved by her story, Senior Scientist Srinivas from Ras Vignana Kendram announced that his organisation would sponsor her sons' education and offer her a beautician training course.
Hans India
4 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
CM asks Sri City team to actively support ‘P4'
Sri City: Sri City Chairman Srini Raju, and MD Dr Ravindra Sannareddy took part in a dinner hosted by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu at his camp office in Undavalli on Friday. The gathering brought together distinguished leaders from industry and business sectors to discuss the P4 (Public-Private-People Partnership) initiative, which is designed to uplift underprivileged communities across the state. Following the meeting, Srini Raju, Sannareddy, Taizo Iwami (MD, IMOP), and Yuichi Tomita (Plant Head, Aisan Auto Parts) met the Chief Minister on behalf of the Sri City industrial community. The Chief Minister urged them to actively support the initiative and help uplift the underprivileged across the State. The delegation pledged Sri City's full backing for the P-4 programme, expressing confidence in its potential to drive inclusive and transformative development in Andhra Pradesh.
GMA Network
a day ago
- Politics
- GMA Network
Senate bill eyes abolition of travel tax
A bill filed in the Senate is seeking to abolish the travel tax which has been described as "outdated" by the author. 'It is high time to give travelers a break and allow for tourism to flourish by removing one of the barriers to travel," said Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, who authored Senate Bill No. 424. The travel tax, imposed under Presidential Decree No. 1183, was signed nearly five decades ago. Cayetano said that this no longer aligns with current economic and regional goals. 'All Filipinos, especially senior citizens and persons with disabilities, must be able to travel freely, without any form of hindrance... By abolishing the travel tax, we inch closer towards realizing the freedom of movement that our fundamental law envisions for every citizen,' said Cayetano. Cayetano cited studies explaining that while the government may lose P4 billion in revenue as a result of the measure, the country's economy would earn around P299 billion through increased tourism and spending. He is also proposing exempting ASEAN nationals from the travel tax, fulfilling the Philippines' commitment under the ASEAN Tourism Agreement of 2002, which calls for the phasing out of travel levies among member states. —Jiselle Anne Casucian/ VAL, GMA Integrated News
New Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Help end poverty through P4: Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has said though he took up several programmes, the Zero Poverty P4 programme is close to his heart. He hosted dinner to 'Margadarshulu' came forward to extend support to the poor as part of the P4 programme at his camp office on Friday. He shared his views and targets with regard to the P4 programme, and also elicited the opinions of Margadarshulu. Asserting that poverty can be eradicated with the rich in the society supporting the poor, Naidu said his intention is to see 15 lakh 'Bangaru Kutumbalu' adopted by 'Margadarshulu' by August 15, 2025. He appealed to the rich, corporate institutions, industrialist and voluntary organisations to come forward for making the innovative programme a success. He recalled that right from BR Ambedkar to Abdul Kalam, several persons rose to higher positions because of the help they got from others in life. 'I have been in politics for 47 years. After becoming the Chief Minister, I initiated the second phase of reforms. I gave top priority to the IT sector and highest importance to education. These measures have yielded remarkable results,' he said. Naidu emphasised that Telugu people progressed in every field due to these reforms. 'My aim is to eradicate poverty in the State by 2029. My goal is always uplift the poor,' he said.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Naidu urges party MPs to prioritise state issues and secure central funds
Vijayawada: Chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu advised TDP MPs to raise issues such as support prices for farmers, water concerns, and the necessary funds needed for the state. He emphasised explaining the initiatives of the state government for industrialisation, creating job opportunities, and technological adoption. Naidu asked the MPs to focus on bringing more funds to the state from the Centre under various schemes. Naidu held a Telugu Desam Parliamentary Party (TDPP) meeting with all MPs at his residence on Friday. The meeting, also attended by TDP national general secretary Nara Lokesh, saw Naidu express satisfaction over the performance of MPs. He said that TDP MPs regularly attended Parliament sessions, which was reflected in the attendance rate of 86.2%, compared to the average MPs' attendance of 85%. He also expressed satisfaction over the questions raised and participation in debates in Parliament. Naidu urged MPs to raise issues pertaining to Andhra Pradesh whenever an opportunity arises. He also suggested highlighting the good work done by Prime Minister Modi. Naidu said that the MPs should participate in discussions on topics like Operation Sindoor and the 50th anniversary of the Emergency and support the central government's stance. The chief minister further advised MPs to maintain continuous coordination with the departments allocated to them. Parliament members should have first-hand information on what is happening in their respective departments and should immediately take advantage of bringing funds and projects to the state. He asked them to focus on schemes like Jal Jeevan Mission and Health Mission to secure additional funds. Naidu warned MPs to stay away from unnecessary controversies and to work closely with people. He asked them to address people's issues like the mango price crisis, required assistance from the Centre, and issues like the reduction of GST on mango pulp. He also suggested explaining the progress happening in the state and innovative programmes like Quantum Valley, Green Hydrogen Valley, population management, and P4 in Parliament. He said that the criminal political issues of the opposition should also be mentioned. "It is unfortunate that we have to do politics with people having a criminal mindset. They should be exposed at the national level as to how the opposition is behaving like a spoilsport in Andhra Pradesh," said Naidu.
