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The Hindu
a day ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
17-year-old para-athlete gets a prosthetic arm
Annamayya District Collector Sridhar Chamakuri sanctioned funds for para-athlete H. Shivani to get a prosthetic arm following an appeal by her. Shivani, an intermediate student representing the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Madanapalle, was born without a right arm. She bagged several gold medals in Shot-put and Javelin-Throw events held in Bangkok, Ahmedabad, and Bengaluru in recent months, besides showing her might at the National para-athletics. In recognition of her outstanding talent and perseverance, the Collector accepted her appeal by sanctioning ₹21,000, besides an additional ₹39,000 from the District Disability Rehabilitation Centre (DDRC) and Darshini Handicapped Welfare Society. The prosthetic limb was facilitated under the supervision of the Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled, Transgenders, and Senior Citizens. The initiative was grounded at the 'Praja Samasya Parishkara Vedika' (PGRS) at the Collectorate on Monday. Mr. Chamakuri said that the government would always be at the forefront to support and empower talented students like Shivani. He congratulated her and wished her good luck in academics and sports. Shivani observed that the support extended by the Collector would go a long way in balancing her studies and athletic career.
The Hindu
21-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Annamayya bags No. 1 slot in Yogandhra rankings
The Annamayya district celebrated the 11th International Yoga Day with a record turnout of over 8 lakh people across 5,050 locations on Saturday (June 21). At Rayachoti, District Collector Sridhar Chamakuri launched the mass event with 5,000 participants. He lauded the the residents for making the district stand as number one in the State in the Yogandhra rankings. The Collector urged the public to adopt yoga as a daily habit for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. The officials arranged a live telecast of the Visakhapatnam State-level celebrations at the venue. Meanwhile, hundreds of people took part in the Yogandhra celebrations at the NTR Stadium in Kuppam of Chittoor district. The Kuppam Area Development Authority Project director Vikas Marmath, along with senior officials, inaugurated the event. He thanked the people of the Kuppam Assembly Constituency for making the event's finale memorable in the Chief Minister's constituency.
The Hindu
31-05-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Yoga camps held at Nandalur and Srisasilam
District Collector Sridhar Chamakuri on Saturday inaugurated a yoga camp at the famous Sowmyanatha Swamy Temple in Nandalur town of Rajampeta division in Annamayya district. The event, part of the State government's Yogandhra 2025 initiative, saw the participation of nearly 2,000 yoga enthusiasts, mostly youth. Addressing the gathering, the Collector highlighted the significance of practicing yoga daily for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. 'Making yoga a daily routine will make one benefit from a balanced and progressive lifestyle. Yoga does play a vital role in building a vibrant and healthy Andhra Pradesh,' Mr. Chamakuri said. The Collector praised all the departments and the public for their contribution to the success of the Nandalur edition of the yoga camp. Joint Collector Adarsh Rajendran, District Tourism Officer Nagabhushan, senior officials from the forest, Excise DRDA, and Revenue and Police departments took part in the event. At Srisailam in Nandyal district, a gathering of over 2,000 participants performed yoga from Gangadhara Mandapam to Nandi Circle. District Collector G. Rajakumari, local MLA B. Rajasekhar Reddy, and other senior officials of various government departments took part in the programme. Senior yoga guru Gandhavalla Balasubrahmanyam led the proceedings of the session, guiding the participants to perform different postures, breathing techniques, and devotional dance. The Collector addressing the gathering stressed on yoga's benefits for physical and mental wellbeing. She said that over 8 lakh people were being trained across the Nandyal district. She said that more yoga events would be held at Belum Caves, Mahanandi, and Pancharla ahead of International Yoga Day on June 21. 'We also encourage senior citizens and tribal communities to join the initiative,' the Collector added.
The Hindu
30-05-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Take steps for protection of wetlands, officials of Annamayya district told
Annamayya district is spruced up for World Environment Day on June 5, giving top priority to a massive tree plantation drive, wetland protection initiatives, and bolstering the forest cover. District Collector Sridhar Chamakuri on Friday directed the heads of all the departments to be prepared to contribute their mite for the success of the mega event. The Collector was addressing a review meeting with the officials of the forest, agriculture, and horticulture departments at the Collectorate here. Mr. Sridhar discussed the action plan for Environment Day activities with the officials, and the key subjects included conducting the Vanamahotsavam events across the district, identification and protection of the wetlands. The forest officials informed the Collector that the Annamayya district was home to a good number of wetland belts. Members of the Wetlands Committees across the district were advised to submit their reports promptly to chalk out the conservation strategies. The Collector observed that all departments must submit their action plans to ensure the success of World Environment Day events. 'The event should not only focus on the celebrations but also produce a tangible spirit that could make a lasting impact by galvanising the green cover and conservation of all the existing eco-systems,' the official said. Joint Collector Aadarsh Rajendran, District Forest Officer Jagannath Singh, and representatives of the NGOs attended the meeting.
The Hindu
29-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Annamayya district annual credit plan set at ₹16,619 crore
Annamayya District Collector Sridhar Chamakuri on Thursday said the District Annual Credit Plan for 2025–26 envisaged a total credit outlay of ₹16,619 crore with agriculture sector earmarked with ₹12,273 crore followed by an allotment of ₹1,495 crore for industries and services. The Collector directed the bankers to ensure prompt implementation of the Annual Credit Plan for the financial year 2025–26. The Collector was addressing the bankers and officials of the agriculture and allied departments at a review meeting held at the Collectorate. Lead District Manager (LDM) Anjaneyulu apprised the Collector that the district surpassed its targets for the financial year 2024–25 by posting 131% of the overall credit disbursement target. He said that the agriculture sector received 126% of its targeted credit, while the industry and service sectors achieved their targets with 108% disbursement. The Collector highlighted the need for enhanced credit flow, primarily to the sectors of agriculture, industries, and women's self-help groups. He said that the loans to SHGs be processed timely and the digitisation be completed within the timeframe. Officials from the Reserve Bank of India, NABARD, and State Bank of India were present.
