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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Union Minister reviews implementation of Central schemes in Guntur district
Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar has stated that Central schemes in Guntur district are being implemented effectively through coordinated efforts of public representatives and officials. He chaired the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee meeting at the Collectorate here on Saturday. Rajya Sabha member Alla Ayodhya Rami Reddy, MLAs, ZP Chairperson, and Collector S. Nagalakshmi were among those present. The Union Minister reviewed progress on major schemes including the Jal Jeevan Mission, PM Awas Yojana, Ayushman Bharat, Amrit 2.0, and PM Surya Ghar. He stressed that constituency-wise data must reflect ground realities, and urged for wide awareness campaigns on Surya Ghar at the village-level. He announced that 90% work on the Western Bypass between Gollapudi and Chinakakani is complete and would be finished by September. Road and ROB projects under AIIMS and other key areas are being expedited. He said that out of 722 Jal Jeevan works and 400 non-starters were cancelled by the government, while others are under way. Notably, he flagged corruption and inefficiencies in housing layouts under the previous government, and ordered a full inquiry. On PM Surya Ghar, 1.10 lakh families have applied, with 10% vendor mapping completed. Banks were instructed to expedite disbursal of loans.
New Indian Express
13-06-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
AIIMS Mangalagiri to get cornea transplant centre soon
GUNTUR: In a major step towards strengthening eye care services in Andhra Pradesh, a Cornea Transplant Centre is set to be established at AIIMS Mangalagiri. The initiative, driven by Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Pemmasani Chandrasekhar, is expected to benefit patients across Guntur and nearby districts suffering from corneal blindness and other vision-related ailments. The development follows the Minister's visit to AIIMS Mangalagiri on February 28, where he reviewed hospital operations and identified key gaps in infrastructure and staffing. Based on discussions with medical officers, he recognised the urgent need for a specialised cornea transplant facility. As the establishment of such a centre falls under the purview of the state government, Dr. Pemmasani escalated the issue to the district medical and health officer. A committee from the State Health Department later conducted a site inspection and submitted a favourable report recommending the centre. Thanks to persistent follow-up and coordination with state health authorities, the proposal received formal approval. With clearances now granted, the Cornea Transplant Centre is expected to become operational soon, offering advanced eye care and transplant services to thousands in the region.
The Hindu
12-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Pemmasani lays stone for Shaadi Khana at Prattipadu in Guntur district
The Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications, Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, along with local MLA B. Ramanjaneyulu, laid the foundation stone for the construction of a Shaadi Khana at Prathipadu on Thursday. The facility is being built for the benefit of the Muslim community. Speaking at the event, the Minister lauded two families for making the project possible. He praised Nuthalapati Parameswara Rao and Prameela for donating land worth ₹1 crore for the facility. 'At a time when land prices are skyrocketing, donating such a valuable property for public welfare is truly commendable,' he said. He also acknowledged the contributions of Sudhanagunta Raghavendra Prasad and Kalyani, who, despite not being local residents, donated ₹4 crore to construct nine community halls across the Guntur parliamentary constituency, including the one in Prattipadu. The Shaadi Khana is being built at a cost of ₹45 lakh, consisting of a 2,000 hall with toilet facilities and guest arrangements. Criticising the previous YSRCP government, he alleged that no meaningful support or infrastructure was provided to the Muslim community in the last five years. 'Despite funds being available from the Centre under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram, the previous regime failed to provide matching funds, letting central aid lapse,' he stated. Plans for Guntur Mr. Sekhar also announced future development plans for Guntur, including a ₹30 crore radiotherapy equipment project for the government hospital, a ₹100 crore Ayurvedic hospital, and modernisation of the Guntur Channel. He assured that all ongoing public works would continue at the 2019 contract rates, without any escalation in cost.
The Hindu
19-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Centre sanctions ₹363.23 crore to improve drinking water supply in Guntur
In a major boost to Guntur's urban water infrastructure, the Central government has sanctioned ₹363.23 crore under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation 2.0 (AMRUT 2.0) scheme to improve drinking water supply, especially to three critically affected areas of the city. Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar told The Hindu on Monday that of the total funds, ₹331.10 crore will be utilised for the development of a dedicated pipeline to the Gorantla area, while ₹32.13 crore has been earmarked to supply water to layouts situated downstream of the Amrut water point. An additional ₹258 crore is expected to be sanctioned soon for newly-merged villages under the city corporation limits. Highlighting the urgent need for this intervention, Mr. Chandra Sekhar noted that the estimated population of Guntur is projected to grow from 10.65 lakh in 2020 to 14.81 lakh by 2041, and further to 24.5 lakh by 2056. To meet this demand, water treatment capacity needs to expand significantly. While the current treatment capacity stands at 157 million litres per day (MLD), the city already faces a demand of 169 MLD. By 2056, the city will require an additional 138 MLD. Under the AMRUT 2.0 initiative, water will be sourced from the Krishna river and directly supplied to the Gorantla area through a new pipeline. The plan includes a dual pumping mechanism — one at the river intake and another at Gorantla — to ensure efficient delivery. The Minister credited this long-term solution to the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. 'This project is designed not just for the present but to ensure that future generations never face a water crisis in Guntur,' he stated. He also expressed heartfelt gratitude to Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Housing P. Narayana, IT Minister Nara Lokesh, and Jana Sena Party (JSP) chief K. Pawan Kalyan for their support in realising this critical project. The pipeline works are expected to take two years to complete. The implementing agency has also been entrusted with a 10-year operations and maintenance contract to ensure sustainability.
New Indian Express
17-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Expedite works of Guntur Channel: Union Minister Pemmasani Chandrasekhar
GUNTUR: Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Pemmasani Chandrasekhar on Friday directed officials to immediately commence expansion works of the Guntur Channel, including land acquisition surveys and preparatory activities. Pemmasani chaired a review meeting and stressed the need to effectively utilise the Rs 400 crore allocated by the State government in the 2025–26 Budget for the project, which aims to improve irrigation in the Guntur and Palnadu regions. Of the total funds, Rs 75 crore has been earmarked for land acquisition and Rs 96 crore for channel expansion, to be released in phases. The Minister instructed officials to expedite both the expansion and acquisition processes and to assign a contract agency for conducting land surveys in four villages. He asked officials to closely monitor progress and ensure timely submissions for smooth implementation. Pemmasani, along with Guntur MLA Mohammad Naseer Ahmad, opened two mobile medical units set up with CSR funds from GAIL India Limited. Each van, staffed with a doctor and healthcare personnel, will offer free primary medical care and medicines in remote and tribal areas of Guntur.
