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The Hindu
4 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Collector urges people to make Sri Sathya Sai district plastic-free
Sri Sathya Sai District Collector T.S. Chetan on Saturday called upon officials to lead by example in transforming Sri Sathya Sai district into a plastic-free zone. Flagging off a public rally at Dharmavaram as part of the Swarn Andhra – Swachh Andhra initiative, Mr. Chetan emphasised the urgent need to eliminate single-use plastic, citing its critical impact on environmental protection. He urged the public to carry jute or cloth bags instead of plastic covers while shopping. He also appealed to vendors, both large and small, to switch to eco-friendly alternatives to meet customer needs. 'Teachers should take the initiative to sensitise students about the importance of using jute bags and steel water bottles,' the Collector said, underlining the need for public cooperation to make the campaign a success. He also administered a pledge to students and the public, encouraging their active support in eradicating single-use plastic from daily life. As part of the event, Mr. Chetan felicitated health workers from the Dharmavaram municipality in recognition of their dedicated service in maintaining cleanliness. Later, he inspected the recreation parks maintained by the municipality and suggested measures to modernise the street lighting system and take up beautification initiatives in the town. The rally, which saw participation from officials of various government departments, students, teachers, and members of the public, passed through the main junctions of the town, drawing attention to the collective commitment to a cleaner, greener future.
The Hindu
14-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Dharmavaram silk sari of A.P. bags ODOP National Award
The famed Dharmavaram silk sari of Sri Sathya Sai district has bagged the 'One District One Product (ODOP) – 2024 National Award' in recognition of the State's achievements in the traditional handloom sector. The award instituted by the Centre's initiative to promote indigenous artisans and their products was conferred in New Delhi on Monday. State Minister for Handlooms and Textiles S. Savitha and Sri Sathya Sai District Collector T.S. Chetan received the award from Union Ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Piyush Goyal at an event held at Bharat Mandapam. Minister Savitha felt that the award highlighted the artistic excellence of the handloom sector in Andhra Pradesh and further enhanced the global visibility of Indian culture. 'It is a moment of pride for Andhra Pradesh and will further strengthen the cottage industries and livelihoods of the artisans,' she said. Mr. Chetan termed the recognition as 'a milestone for weavers of Sathya Sai district'. The gesture would greatly help the artisans of Dharmavaram and create greater market and employment avenues, he said.
The Hindu
06-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Naidu to launch parents-teachers meet at Kothacheruvu on July 10
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will be arriving at Kothacheruvu in Sri Sathya Sai district on July 10 to launch the State-wide mega parents-teachers meeting (PTM) 2.0 programme. District Collector T.S. Chetan instructed officials to make elaborate arrangements for the visit. Addressing a preparatory meeting at the Sri Sathya Sai Government Junior College campus here on Sunday, the Collector said that all departments should coordinate effectively to ensure the success of the programme. Superintendent of Police (SP) V. Ratna and Joint Collector Abhishek Kumar were also present. The Chief Minister will visit the Zilla Parishad boys and girls high schools, and the Government Junior College in Kothacheruvu, where the PTM will be conducted. The Collector reviewed the security, logistics, crowd management, and infrastructure readiness during the meeting. Later, he inspected the classrooms, campuses of the high schools and junior college, and the college grounds.
The Hindu
06-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Public urged to use toll-free number 1100 to register grievances
Sri Sathya Sai District Collector T.S. Chetan on Sunday urged the public to go for optimal use of the government's toll-free helpline 1100 to register their grievances and follow up the same under the 'Meekosam' programme. In a statement issued here, the Collector highlighted that the helpline is designed to provide easy access to government departments for quick resolution of public complaints. He informed the applicants who have already registered their petitions but without a response or or those seeking updates on the status of their applications, to dial 1100. The Collector said that the initiative would help the citizens to get their grievances resolved without delays. The Collector said that the Public Grievance Redressal System (PGRS) session will be conducted at the Collectorate on Monday from 9.30 am to 1.00 pm. The sessions would also be simultaneously conducted at the division, mandal, and municipality levels across Sri Sathya Sai district to give greater access to public. The Collector said that the public who have no feasibility to submit their petitions at the PGRS centres physically can submit online through the dedicated portal
The Hindu
21-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Practice yoga daily to lead a health life, says Hindupur Collector
District Collector T.S. Chetan on Saturday urged the people to embrace yoga as a daily habit to lead a healthy life with absolute mental well-being. He was speaking at the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations held at MGM Grounds in Hindupur of Sri Sathya Sai district on Saturday (June 21). The Collector said that yoga reflected the country's cultural heritage and served as a guide for healthy living. Superintendent of Police V. Ratna, Joint Collector Abhishek Kumar, and a large number of students, officials, and the public took part in the event. The district celebrated Yogandhra-2025 from May 21 to June 21 with yoga sessions across Dharamavaram, Kadiri, Penukonda, and Lepakshi. Later, the Collector and SP presented certificates and mementos to the winners of the yoga competitions.
