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Hans India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Women told to be aware of rights, protections
Puttaparthi: Andhra Pradesh State Women's Commission chairperson Dr Rayapati Shailaja declared that supporting women in distress and ensuring the safety of every girl is a primary objective of the government. Speaking at a district-level awareness programme here on Thursday, she underscored the critical need for women and girls to be aware of their rights, legal protections, and safety measures. The event, organised by the department of women and child welfare, was attended by key officials including district SP V Ratna and Puttaparthi MLA Palle Sindhura Reddy. In her address, Dr Shailaja called for a proactive approach to safety. 'Awareness must begin at the school and college level. Instead of reacting only after crimes occur, it is crucial to take preventive steps,' she stated, referencing persistent issues like child marriages, domestic violence, and workplace harassment. Dr Shailaja urged young women to be courageous and problem-solvers, advising them to download the Disha (Shakti) App for immediate help in emergencies. She cautioned against the misuse of mobile phones and encouraged them to pursue their dreams with determination, calling education the key to success. She also highlighted the responsibility of parents to educate both sons and daughters equally about safety and respect. Echoing these sentiments, district SP Ratna noted that the police department is also conducting similar awareness programmes and highlighted the availability of the Eagle app and the toll-free number 1972 for quick response to safety complaints. MLA Palle Sindhura Reddy championed gender equality, reminding the audience that girls are capable of achieving anything, including space missions, and that education is essential to their empowerment. The programme concluded with the unveiling of a poster supporting women in distress and the release of a book on protecting children in the digital age, reinforcing the multi-faceted approach to ensuring women's welfare in the state.
Hans India
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Ensure timely redressal of grievances
Anantapur: Acting District Collector Shiv Narayan Sharma conducted the Praja Samasya Parishkara Vedika (Public Grievance Redressal System - PGRS) at the Revenue Bhavan in Anantapur Collectorate on Monday. Citizens from various mandals across the district submitted petitions addressing a wide range of issues. Alongside the Acting Collector, assistant collector Sachin Rahar, district revenue officer A Malola, forest settlement officer G Ramakrishna Reddy, special deputy collectors Tippenayak, Anand, Rammohan, Mallikarjunudu, and district agriculture Officer Umamaheswaramma were present to receive petitions. A total of 612 petitions were received during the programme. Speaking on the occasion, Collector Sharma directed officials to ensure qualitative and timely resolution of grievances. He emphasised that district-level officers from relevant departments must treat each grievance seriously, interact respectfully with petitioners, and ensure effective communication and resolution. He mentioned that monitoring is being done at the CMO (Chief Minister's Office) level, and each petition should be followed up with proper endorsements. He instructed that all applications must be carefully reviewed and resolved with speed, impartiality, and within stipulated timelines, avoiding unnecessary delays or backlogs beyond SLA (Service Level Agreement). Field-level inquiries should be conducted at the mandal level, and petitioners must be given proper receipts and timely feedback on the status of their grievances. Every complaint must be endorsed, and officials must prevent situations where complaints go unacknowledged. The Collector further advised revenue divisional officers, municipal commissioners, tahsildars and MPDOs to focus on petitions under their jurisdiction and resolve them quickly. He also called for swift response to issues routed through the CMO, MPs, MLCs and MLAs. In addition to PGRS, he urged for acceleration of land acquisition, revenue services and resurvey work across villages. Pending tasks under P-4 guidelines must be fully reported and addressed promptly. District revenue officer Malola, during the meeting, highlighted the need for vigilance during the monsoon season to prevent the spread of seasonal diseases. She called on officials from departments such as Municipal Administration, RWS, Panchayat Raj, Medical & Health, Revenue, Police, Disaster Management, and Electricity to take proactive preventive measures. Officials were instructed to prevent leakages in pipelines, ensure water purity, avoid stagnation, and maintain hygiene by using chlorine, bleaching powder and regular spraying in sensitive areas. Several senior officials attended the programme, including: ZP CEO Shiva Shankar, CPO Ashok Kumar, DPO Nagaraju Naidu, DRDA PD Shailaja, DMHO Dr E B Devi, District Sainik Welfare Officer P Thimmappa, RWS SE Suresh, Housing PD Shailaja, DTC Veerraju, DMWO Ramasubbareddy, Survey AD Rupal Nayak, Section Superintendents Yugeshwari Devi, Vasanthalatha, Riazuddin,PGRS tahsildar Vanishree, Mandal, district and constituency-level officials from various departments.
Khaleej Times
15-07-2025
- Khaleej Times
Sharjah woman death: Dowry case filed against husband in India
Days after the alleged suicide of a woman after killing her infant daughter in Sharjah, a case has been registered at the Kundara Police Station in Kerala against Nidheesh Valiyaveettil, her husband, and his family. According to The New Indian Express, the husband is a native of Kottayam in Kerala, and his family has been booked for dowry harassment. Indian media reports said the action follows a complaint filed by the victim's mother, Shailaja, who alleged that her daughter faced dowry harassment, as well as racial and mental abuse, over the last few years. The woman and her one-and-a-half-year-old daughter were found dead in their apartment in Sharjah on July 8. 'The family claims the mental and physical abuse increased after the birth of the child and pushed her daughter to take the extreme step,' TNIE reported.
Hans India
30-06-2025
- Hans India
Three Years Rigorous Imprisonment for Husband and In-Laws in Alampur Suicide Case
Gaadwal: In a tragic case that resulted in the death of a young woman and her daughter, the Principal District Sessions Court in Gadwal upheld the earlier judgment issued by the Alampur Magistrate Court, sentencing the husband and his parents to three years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 500 each. The verdict was delivered by Hon'ble Judge Smt. Premalatha. Case Background: On October 17, 2015, Savitramma, a resident of Alampur, filed a complaint at the Alampur Police Station, stating that her daughter Shailaja (28) was married to Eshwarayya from Gundimalla village two years prior. The couple had a daughter, Madhuri, who was one year old at the time of the incident. Initially, the marital life was peaceful, but over time, Shailaja began facing mental harassment from her husband Eshwarayya, and in-laws Munemma and Krishnayya. Unable to bear the harassment, Shailaja and her infant daughter Madhuri poured kerosene on themselves and committed suicide. Based on the complaint, a case was registered under Crime No. 104/2015 under sections 498(A), 306 r/w 34 IPC. The then Alampur CI conducted an investigation and found that the husband, along with his parents, had mentally tortured Shailaja, which drove her to suicide. The accused were arrested and sent to judicial remand. A chargesheet was filed, and during trial, the Alampur Magistrate convicted the accused as follows: A1 – Eshwarayya, S/o Peddaiyya, Age: 30, Occupation: Laborer, Resident of Gundimalla A2 – Peddaiyya alias Krishnayya, Age: 65 (Deceased during the proceedings) A3 – Munemma, W/o Peddaiyya, Age: 60, Occupation: Laborer, Resident of Gundimalla The Alampur Magistrate awarded a jail term, which the accused challenged in the Principal District Sessions Court. However, Judge Smt. Premalatha upheld the conviction for A1 (Eshwarayya) and A3 (Munemma) and imposed a 3-year rigorous imprisonment along with a Rs. 500 fine each. A2 (Krishnayya) had passed away during the trial. Police Officials Commended: District Superintendent of Police T. Srinivas Rao lauded the police team and legal personnel for their efforts in securing justice for the victims. He emphasized that no offender, regardless of status, can escape the law and highlighted the judicial system's commitment to delivering justice. The SP appreciated the contributions of: DSP Mogilayya, Alampur CI Ravi Babu, Former SI Parvathalu, Current SI Venkata Swamy, Public Prosecutor Vinod Chari, Court Liaison SI Jikki Babu, ASI Prasa, Court Officer Ma Basha. Their collective dedication ensured that the accused were convicted and justice was served.
Hans India
29-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Rural women power industrial change
In the quiet village of Divitipally, Telangana, a silent revolution is unfolding. At Amara Raja's cutting-edge Gigafactory, hundreds of rural women are not just assembling battery packs—they're building new lives, breaking social barriers, and leading India's manufacturing transformation. This women-led plant is an inspiring example of how inclusive employment can empower individuals and uplift entire communities. A Legacy of Women Empowerment Amara Raja's journey with women empowerment dates back to the late 1990s, when it began employing local women in its electronics unit in Chittoor. Carrying that legacy forward, the newly established Gigafactory in Divitipally was designed with the intention of creating non-migratory job opportunities for local women. 'In our village, job opportunities were few and far between, especially for women,' shared Saujanya, an operator at the plant. 'Working in agriculture was seasonal and uncertain. But this job changed everything for me.' Uplifting Rural Women from the Margins Most women at the Divitipally plant come from Below Poverty Line (BPL) households and lacked prior technical training. 'Before this job, I earned a few hundred rupees a day doing field work—if work was even available,' Saujanya recalled. 'Now, I earn a steady income and I can support my children's education.' What started as a hesitant step into an unfamiliar world soon became a powerful stride toward independence. 'Initially, my family was unsure if it was safe for me to work in a factory,' said Malleswari, who now handles quality control. 'But once they saw other women thriving, they started believing in me too.' Skills, Confidence, and Control Amara Raja has set up a training ecosystem tailored to women with no technical background. Recruits undergo a week of technical training followed by soft skills development and cultural orientation. 'We started with the basics—machine handling, safety, and assembly,' said Shailaja, who now manages dispatch operations. 'They made sure we were comfortable before assigning us to production lines. It was empowering.' Today, women at the plant manage operations across five key areas: raw material sorting, assembly, welding, testing, and dispatching—handling machines and making critical decisions with confidence. Creating Pathways to Leadership The transformation doesn't stop at the shop floor. Women are being trained to take up supervisory and managerial roles. 'I never imagined I could be responsible for a team,' said Shailaja. 'But now I've been trained not just to operate, but to lead.' With tailored mentorship and training, young women are placed as Graduate Engineering Trainees (GETs) and groomed for department-level responsibilities. 'Being trusted with leadership has boosted our confidence. We feel respected and valued,' one GET shared proudly. A Safe and Supportive Environment Understanding the unique challenges women face, Amara Raja has created a workplace that prioritizes comfort and safety. Sanitary support, nutritious meals, reliable transport, and wellness programs ensure that women can focus on their work without compromising their dignity or health. 'These facilities show that they care about us not just as workers, but as women,' said Malleswari. 'It makes a huge difference.' Challenging Stereotypes, Shaping New Norms Beyond providing employment, the plant is helping reshape gender norms in rural communities. 'Earlier, people in my village thought factory work was only for men,' said Saujanya. 'Now they see us doing this job, wearing uniforms, managing machines—they're amazed.' As women begin to contribute significantly to their household incomes, families are increasingly supportive. 'My income has helped us pay off debts and plan better for the future. My family respects my opinion more now,' said Shailaja. From Local Impact to Global Vision With three production lines already operational and a fourth on the way, the female workforce at Divitipally is expected to grow to over 450 women by the end of 2025. 'The success here is just the beginning,' one of the women leaders said. 'We hope other factories across India will follow this model. Women are ready—we just need the opportunity.' Leading a New Industrial Era The women of Amara Raja's Gigafactory aren't just part of an industrial process—they are pioneers of a new kind of workplace. Their stories show how skill, dignity, and opportunity can come together to drive both personal transformation and national progress. As India's industries gear up for a greener future, these women prove that true power lies not just in technology—but in empowerment.
