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Hans India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Take steps to uplift tribals' living standards: Minister Sandhya
Nellore: Minister of Tribal Welfare and Women & Child Welfare Gummadi Sandhya Rani has directed the officials concerned to ensure to uplift the living standards of Tribals as the government launched various schemes for the purpose. Addressing a review meeting along with Sarvepalle MLA Somireddy Chandramohan Reddy here on Wednesday, she has pointed out that even after 75 years of independence, there is no change in the lifestyle of Tribals for various reasons including lack of proper education, social stigma etc. The Minister said the Union government initiated various welfare programmes worth Rs 500 crore with the association of State government in the current financial year. Apart from this, Rs 1,300 crore were spent under 16 various schemes in the State till date, she informed. Sandhya Rani said, at the same time official machinery should cooperate, otherwise the aim of uplifting the living standards of Tribals will not be fulfilled. Responding to the request of MLA Chandramohan Reddy that the tribals in the district do not have even Aadhar and ration cards, the Minister has directed district Collector O Anand to issue Aadhar and ration cards to all the eligible Tribal under warfoot manner by establishing Aadhar Enrolment Centres. She directed the administration to initiate steps for prevention of child marriages among tribals with the coordination of social organisations and community leaders in their respective areas. Recalling that 14 tribal students from Kavali, Tirupati and KV Palle, which were comes under Nellore Integrated Tribal Development Agency, have secured seats in IIT and medicine in the current educational year, Minister Sandhya Rani ordered Tribal Welfare department officials to identify students studying SSC and Inter and provide them special coaching. Stating that at present there are 13,000 lactating mothers, 12,000 pregnant women and 1,17,000 children between 3 to 6 years, she ordered Anganwadi workers to provide nutritious food to all. Earlier, the Minister met the 10-year-old Girijan girl of Kakarladibba village of Indukurpet mandal, who was undergoing treatment for burn injuries at Apollo Hospital, following ill treatment by a house owner in the village. She enquired the doctors about her health condition and instructed them to provide better treatment. District Collector O Anand, ITDA PD Hena Sujan, PO Mallikarjun Reddy and others were present.
The Hindu
05-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Govt. committed to restoring glory of anganwadi centres in Andhra Pradesh, says Minister Sandhya Rani
Minister for Women and Child Welfare, and Tribal Welfare Gummadi Sandhya Rani has launched the distribution of energy-efficient induction cooktop stoves to 11,400 out of 55,607 anganwadi centres in the first phase, and inaugurated a sapling planting drive on the occasion of World Environment Day here on Thursday. Addressing the gathering, Ms. Sandhya Rani said the State government was committed to restoring the past glory of the anganwadi centres, and stressed the need to spread awareness about the importance of making the State plastic-free. She said the induction stoves would not cause any pollution and were safe for children. She assured that the government would do justice to the anganwadi teachers in paying them salaries that they deserved, and in giving other benefits such as gratuity, while criticising the previous government for completely neglecting them. The government would provide funds for augmenting the infrastructure in the anganwadi centres and upgrading the mini-anganwadi centres to main centers. Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath commended the services being rendered by the anganwadi teachers, and said out of the 1,457 anganwadi centres in NTR district, 553 had permanent buildings, and proposals were submitted for the construction of compound walls for 226 anganwadi centres and for maintenance of 60 centres. Energy Efficiency Services Limited CEO Vishal Kapoor said Andhra Pradesh was ranked first in the country in the implementation of energy efficiency programme and that using energy-efficient technologies would not only help the environment but also reduce electricity bills. Vijayawada East MLA Gadde Rammohan and Principal Secretary A. Surya Kumari were present.
Hans India
05-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
Energy-efficient induction stoves to be distributed to Anganwadi centres
VIJAYAWADA: Marking a significant step towards environmental sustainability and women's welfare, the State government has made all arrangements for distribution of energy-efficient induction cooktops and compatible utensils to 11,400 Anganwadi Centrrs (AWCs) across the State in the first phase. The programme is being conducted to mark the World Environment Day to be celebrated on Thursday. The initiative, led by the Department of Women and Child Welfare, aligns with the Union Government's Go Electric campaign and the National Efficient Cooking Programme (NECP), championed by the Ministry of Power, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) and Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). The State and Central governments are trying to transitioning from LPG to Induction Cooking in the Anganwadi Centres. Timed to coincide with the World Environment Day, the initiative reinforces the State's commitment to climate action and clean energy adoption. Implemented in collaboration with EESL - a joint venture of Central public sector undertakings under the Ministry of Power - the large scale distribution programme will be launched by Minister for Women, Child Welfare and Tribal Welfare G Sandhya Rani along with public representatives on June 5 in Vijayawada. They will oversee the distribution of the energy-efficient induction cooktops and compatible utensils to Anganwadi Centres. Plans are underway to extend this initiative to all 55,607 Anganwadi centres across the State. EESL CEO Vishal Kapoor along with top officers including CGM Animesh Mishra are currently overseeing implementation. Benefits of Transitioning from LPG to Induction Cooking: Energy Efficiency: Induction cooktops are 30 per cent more efficient than traditional LPG stoves. Cost Savings: Switching to 1200 W induction stoves is projected to reduce recurring LPG costs, with annual savings estimated at Rs 24 crore. Environmental Impact: Expected to avoid approximately 28,327 tons of CO₂ emissions per year. Safety and Health: Eliminates open flames, reducing fire hazards and improving kitchen safety. Better Working Conditions: Creates cooler, cleaner, and safer environments for Anganwadi workers, especially during hot summers. Minister Gummidi Sandhya Rani, Secretary Surya Kumari (Department of Women and Child Welfare), and Director M Venu Gopal Reddy expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Union Minister Khattar for their continued guidance. They also acknowledged the contributions of Chief Secretary K Vijayanand, BEE, EESL, and other State Designated Agencies for their collaborative efforts. In Vijayawada, the induction stoves distribution programme will be held at Funtimes Club, Teachers Colony from 11 am to 1 pm on June 5.
Hans India
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Minister Sandhya Rani worships Modakondamma during Jatara
Paderu (ASR District): State Tribal Welfare and Women & Child Welfare Minister Gummadi Sandhya Rani offered silk robes (Pattu Vastralu) on behalf of the state government to the presiding deity Modakondamma at the annual tribal festival, Modakondamma Jatara. On its third day, Tuesday, the minister performed special rituals and prayed for the well-being and prosperity of tribal communities. The temple committee members and officials received the minister with traditional honours. Speaking to the media later, Minister Sandhya Rani expressed her happiness at seeking the blessings of Modakondamma, whom she described as a wish-fulfilling divine tree (Kalpavriksha) for devotees. The minister said that the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, is committed to ensuring that all eligiblebeneficiaries receive government welfare schemes. She also told that the government is actively working to issue a new Government Order (GO) to replace the existing GO MS No 3. Minister Sandhya Rani further mentioned that Naidu would soon visit the Alluri Sitarama Raju district. Appreciating the coordinated efforts of officials and festival committee members, she praised them for successfully organising Modakondamma Jatara. Following the temple visit, the minister inspected various stalls set up by different government departments. The event was attended by Dr MJ Abhishek Gowda, In-charge District Collector, Amit Bardar, SP, V Abhishek, Polavaram Project Administrative Officer, Shauryaman Patel, Sub-Collector, Kidari Shravan Kumar, GCC Chairman, S Bojjireddy, ST Commission Chairman, Giddi Ishwari, former MLA, M Venkateswara Rao, ITDA Assistant Project Officer, M Hemalatha, Administrative Officer, N Surya Lakshmi, ICDS PD, and Jhansi Rani, Deputy Director, Tribal Welfare Department. Meanwhile, V Maniram, Joint Director of the Information and Public Relations Department, Zone-1, also visited the temple and offered prayers. District Public Relations Officer P Govinda Rajulu and Special Publicity Wing Assistant Project Officer P Ramulu welcomed him. Later, the Joint Director viewed a photo exhibition organised by the department, where he noted the importance of effectively promoting the development and welfare initiatives of the central and state governments. He encouraged officials to continuously collect public feedback on government schemes and report it to the administration while giving special focus to success stories. The Indian Red Cross Society, Paderu branch, organised a grand Annadanam (mass feeding programme) as part of the Jatara. District Collector AS Dinesh Kumar and other dignitaries attended.
The Hindu
07-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Government determined to ensure quality education in State-run schools, says Minister Veeranjaneya Swamy
Minister for Social Welfare Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy on Wednesday said that the TDP-led coalition government determined to develop public education and improve the State-run schools on a par with private educational institutions. Speaking at a function organised to present cash awards to students from Social Welfare schools and Tribal Gurukuls, who excelled in the SSC and Intermediate examinations, the Minister said this was the first time that cash incentives and appreciation certificates were being given to students for their achievements. Mr. Swamy claimed that Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh have been working relentlessly to ensure that students from economically disadvantaged sections are not deprived of quality education. He pointed out that funds to the tune of ₹143 crore were spent on repairs and improvement of infrastructure in welfare hostels. He said that the government was also mulling a proposal to increase the number of NEET coaching centres in the ensuing academic year to enable more number of students aim and secure seats in premiere institutions like IITs. Minister for Women, Child and Tribal Welfare Gummadi Sandhya Rani said that it was a happy coincidence that the students were being felicitated on the death anniversary of Alluri Sitarama Raju. She said 315 SSC and Intermediate toppers were given mementos and certificates and among them 34 merit students received cash awards. Cash prize ₹20,000 was given to the students who secured first rank, ₹15,000 to second rank holders and ₹10,000 to third rankers. Additionally, 36 staff members and teachers from the Social and Tribal Welfare Departments were honoured for their services. Ms. Sandhya Rani said she was proud of the fact that tribal students from across the state were achieving excellent results. 'They are touching new academic heights, thanks to the facilities and financial assistance provided by the government,' she added.
