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Hans India
20-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Collective efforts needed to ban plastic usage: Minister
Banaganapalle (Nandyal district): In a major step towards achieving a cleaner and greener Andhra Pradesh, Swarnandhra-Swachh Andhra (SASA) campaign was held at Kovelakuntla village on Saturday. Minister for Roads & Buildings, Infrastructure, and Investments BC Janardhan Reddy participated in the campaign. He led a rally from Kovelakuntla bus stand circle, accompanied by students, teachers and officials from various departments, forming a human chain to raise awareness about the harmful effects of plastic usage and the benefits of tree plantation. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Reddy emphasised that the government, under the leadership of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, was organizing Swachh Divas on the third Saturday of every month with the vision of achieving a 'Swarnandhra by 2047.' He informed that the theme for July is, 'Ending plastic pollution – avoid non-essential plastics and related pollution.' Awareness campaigns were being conducted across the State as part of this initiative. He urged that this movement should begin at the grassroots level to make it truly successful. Highlighting the health hazards of plastic pollution, including the rising cases of cancer due to plastic consumption by cattle and humans alike, the Minister stressed the need for collective efforts to eliminate plastic from homes, villages and towns. He also announced that the Kovelakuntla gram panchayat would pass a resolution against plastic use, giving shopkeepers one month to switch to alternatives like paper plates, cotton bags and reusable utensils. Minister Reddy proudly shared the success of his wife BC Indiramma's efforts in transforming nearly 80% of Banaganapalle into a plastic-free zone and called upon Kovelakuntla to emulate the same model. He appealed to teachers to educate students daily on plastic hazards and encouraged students to influence their families. 'A plastic-free Kovelakuntla is possible only with your cooperation,' he said, urging everyone to segregate waste at home and maintain cleanliness to ensure a healthy, oxygen-rich environment.
Hans India
19-07-2025
- Science
- Hans India
VIT-AP organises meet on computational science
Amaravati: Firstinternational conference on Computational Science and Mathematical Modelling has been organised by the Department of Mathematics at VIT-AP University in collaboration with the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. PK Sinha, Director of Computational & Fluid Dynamics at the Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad who was the chief guest, highlighted the critical role of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in the design and development of state-of-the-art missile systems and technologies required for the deterrence and defence of the country. He explained that CFDs enable engineers to analyse and optimise aerodynamic performance, structural integrity and overall system effectiveness through advanced high performance computer simulations. The insights into aerodynamic parameters such as lift, drag, stability and the response of the missile control surfaces are essential for trajectory accuracy and target precision. Additionally, CFD is instrumental in evaluating thermal loads and structural stresses, thereby informing design refinements that improve performance and safety. Academic leader of University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Prof Fortune Massamba, joined the event virtually as guest of honour. Vice-Chancellor of VIT-AP Prof SV Kota Reddy emphasised the contribution of mathematical modelling and CFDs in numerous real-life applications and utilities. He also presented VIT-AP's dedicated efforts for promoting industry partnership and plans on academic and research fronts to contribute to the national missions on Quantum Technologies and Green Hydrogen in line with AP Government's Swarnandhra vision 2047. Dean of School of Advanced Sciences Prof S Srinivas extended a warm welcome to all attendees of the conference, setting a gracious tone for the event and wished for vibrant knowledge sharing sessions and new collaborations until 19 July 2025. Conference convener, Dr Prashanth Maroju elaborated on the vision and objectives of ICSMM-2025. Dr Sukanta Nayak proposed a vote of thanks for the inaugural ceremony.
Hans India
18-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
AP to play key role in Vikasit Bharat 2047, says Dy. CM Pawan Kalyan
Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Pawan Kalyan, has outlined the state's commitment to rapid development, emphasising its strategic objectives for Swarnandhra 2047 and Vikasit Bharat 2047. He credited the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu as pivotal to this transformative journey. Pawan Kalyan assured that Andhra Pradesh is poised to play a crucial role in the national vision of Vikasit Bharat 2047, asserting that the state is determined to advance robustly across all sectors, with the aspiration of Swarnandhra guiding its progress. Highlighting the longstanding partnership between Singapore and Andhra Pradesh, which has flourished over the past decade, he expressed a commitment to further enhance this collaboration. Pawan Kalyan stated his resolve to explore new economic, technological, and labour opportunities while ensuring robust global support for the state's initiatives. The Deputy Chief Minister extended his gratitude to Singaporean leaders, expressing hope for the strengthening of bilateral relations in the forthcoming years.
New Indian Express
18-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
17 civic bodies to be declared plastic-free by October: AP Chief Secretary Vijayanand
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Secretary K Vijayanand revealed that appropriate steps are being taken to make all government offices in the State plastic-free. He held a video conference with Collectors and officials of related departments from the Secretariat on Thursday, discussing issues such as Swarnandhra P-4 Foundation, Swarnandhra, Swachhandra, MSME parks, and Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana. Speaking on the occasion, the CS said that steps are being taken to control single-use plastic items in a phased manner. By next October, 17 municipal corporations will be declared plastic-free. He added that steps will be taken to ban plastic items in all government offices across the State. Vijayanand said that the government has launched the Swarnandhra P-4 Foundation programme with the noble goal of eradicating poverty and eliminating economic inequalities in society. The government has set a target of adopting 15 lakh Bangaru Kutumbalu in the State by August 15 under this initiative. He instructed Collectors to pay special attention to the successful implementation of Swarnandhra P-4. He also mentioned that 1,027 villages have been selected under the Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana, of which 765 villages have already been declared model villages under the Village Development Plan (VDP). Regarding MSME Parks, Vijayanand said it is a Centrally sponsored scheme implemented with World Bank financial assistance. He directed Collectors to take appropriate steps in its implementation.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Naidu unveils taskforce report to achieve Swarnandhra Vision 2047
Vijayawada: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu unveiled the report of the taskforce constituted with industry experts to suggest the way forward to achieve the goals of Swarnandhra Vision 2047. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The taskforce, chaired by Naidu and co-chaired by Tata Sons chairman Natarajan Chandrasekharan, made various suggestions on improving the macro-economic situation, growth drivers in key sectors, new opportunities, and industry collaborations required. The report highlighted the need for restoring industry confidence and improving the fiscal situation, with recommendations for balanced regional growth. Identifying agriculture as a key growth driver, the taskforce suggested expediting the integration of technology to improve productivity and harnessing untapped potential in the food processing sector. The report also focused on growth opportunities in life sciences, electronics and semiconductors, IT, AI, and data centers in Andhra Pradesh. Additionally, it outlined opportunities in the automotive industry, textiles, aerospace, defense, space, tourism, and mining sectors. The taskforce report discussed new opportunities in the form of the blue economy, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and innovation. Speaking on the occasion, chief minister Chandrababu Naidu said that by promoting investments and boosting exports, Andhra Pradesh can achieve economic growth envisioned in the Swarnandhra vision document. Naidu stated that Amaravati will become the most futuristic city with world-class infrastructure and the first city to use only green energy. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He explained the investor-friendly policies and the government's focus on creating an environment for the speed of doing business, appealing to investors to come forward and invest in Andhra Pradesh. Tata Sons chairman Chandrasekharan praised Naidu for his vision and setting ambitious goals of a 15% growth rate in the next 20 years and becoming a $2.4 trillion economy. He recollected how Hyderabad developed as the hub of the IT sector with the proactive steps taken by Naidu 25 years ago.
