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The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
25,640 houses completed under PMAY in Nellore district
Nearly 89,577 houses have been sanctioned to the people in SPSR Nellore district under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and 25,640 houses have been completed so far, said Nellore MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy during the second DISHA (District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee) meeting, at Nellore Zilla Parishad office, on Tuesday. Mr. Prabhakar Reddy addressed the meeting as the DISHA Committee Chairman. Along with him, Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister (MA&UD) Ponguru Narayana, District Collector O. Anand, Nellore Municipal Corporation Commissioner Y.O. Nandan, Zilla Parishad Chairperson Anam Arunamma, MLC Balli Kalyan Chakravarthy and others participated in the meet. The MP sought detailed information on various issues during the meeting and said that more than 7.21 lakh beneficiaries are receiving ration from 1,513 fair price shops in the district. He said that there are nine mega industrial projects and 33 large industries in the district, which provide employment to about 19,000 people. 'If there are any problems in the implementation of the schemes, we will immediately bring them to the attention of the Central government and steps will be taken to resolve the issues. The coalition government will provide the best support for the development of the district,' Mr. Prabhakar Reddy said. 'Of the total 31,231 soil tests, 29,714 samples have been collected so far. Drip irrigation sprinklers have been provided to over 5,700 farmers through the Andhra Pradesh Micro Irrigation Project. 24 projects have been undertaken under the Rural Infrastructure Fund at a cost of ₹30 crore. Infrastructure has been provided to 2,934 anganwadi centers in the district,' he added.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
VPR Foundation to soon launch Operation Netra
Nellore-based VPR Foundation, which has so far distributed 950 plus tricycles to persons with disabilities across SPSR Nellore district, is contemplating to reach out to the visually challenged by conducting special eye camps in every nook and corner of the district under 'Operation Netra'. A special bus fitted with all allied testing equipment will ply through the villages to screen the beneficiaries and recommend suitable treatment. The foundation, run by Nellore MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy, has so far distributed tricycles in Kovur (200), Nellore Rural (100), Udayagiri (155), Atmakur (160), Kandukur (150), Kavali (160).
Hans India
22-06-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Avenues School takes part in 11th IYD celebrations
Nellore: Students of Avenues Senior Secondary School captivated the audience with a vibrant Yoga Natya performance during the 11th International Yoga Day & Yogandhra celebrations held at AC Subbareddy Stadium in Nellore on Saturday. The prestigious event, organised by state authorities, was graced by District Collector O Anand, MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy, and Nellore Rural MLA Kotam Reddy Sreedhar Reddy.
The Hindu
05-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
50% greenery by 2047 under Swarna Andhra Vision: Nellore MP
Nellore MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy on Thursday said that the Swarna Andhra Vision is moving forward with a goal of increasing the greenery by 50% in the State by 2047. Participating in Vanamahotsavam programme organised by the District Forest Department at Nagaravanam Park near Kothur in Nellore Rural mandal, the MP said, 'Today, the biggest problem in the society is air pollution, which can be eliminated only through greenery and cleanliness. On the occasion of World Environment Day, Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has called for organising Vanamahotsavam programmes with an aim of planting one crore saplings across the State.' The MP called on everyone to take responsibility for planting and caring for saplings in schools, hospitals, government offices, homes and vacant lands. Along with In-charge Collector K. Karthik, Municipal Commissioner Y.O. Nandan, District Forest Officer Mahaboob Basha, Mr. Reddy planted saplings during the Vanamahotsavam programme. Better tomorrow Mr. Karthik said, 'The As per Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for 'Ek Ped Mom Ka Naam', everyone should plant a sapling in the name of their mother. If we develop a good relationship with plants, they will grow into great trees and provide happiness, health and many other benefits.' Mr. Basha said that 35 lakh saplings have been prepared under the auspices of the Forest Department. These saplings will be provided to all the people of the district and they should plant them to do their bit for environmental protection. An awareness rally was also organised with theme 'Ending Plastic Pollution' under the joint auspices of the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board (APPCB) and Nellore Municipal Corporation (NMC). The rally was flagged off by the Incharge Collector at V.R. College Junction. He distributed cloth bags to the participants and suggested that they be used as an alternative to plastic covers. In a similar programme at Mini Stadium in Ongole, Prakasam District Collector A. Thameem Ansaria, AP Tourism Development Corporation Chairman Dr. Nukasani Balaji and Ongole Mayor Gangada Sujatha planted saplings. Ms. Ansaria said that an action plan has been prepared to plant 4.10 lakh saplings on Thursday and more than 35 lakh saplings across the district this year. Speaking at the event, Dr. Balaji said, 'The survival of mankind depends on protecting the environment. Keeping this in mind, Emperor Ashoka also had planted saplings on both sides of the roads. We must continue the same.' Ms. Sujatha said that special attention has been given to increase greenery within Ongole Municipal Corporation limits. Everyone should be aware of the need to protect the environment, she added. Companies go green The team of Adani Krishnapatnam Port Limited (AKPL) planted saplings at its premises. Some competitions were conducted by the company's Environment team based on this year's theme 'Beat the plastic pollution'. AKPL Chief Executive Officer Jagdish Patel presented prizes to the winners of various competitions. The CEO said, 'This particular day joins the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) led 'Beat the plastic pollution' initiative in order to mobilise communities across the globe to implement and advocate for solutions. Everyone should endeavour to refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle and rethink plastic to build a cleaner and more sustainable future,' he said. SEIL Energy India Limited also celebrated World Environment Day by organising a mega plantation drive at its Supercritical Thermal Power Generation Complex in Nellore to promote environmental sustainability, reduce carbon footprint, and contribute to a greener future. The company has planted more than 1.2 million saplings till date in and around its area of operations. SEIL Energy's employees, led by Sunil Kumar Gupta, Head - Operations and Maintenance (O&M), came together to plant 1,000 saplings as part of Vanamahotsavam, showcasing the company's commitment to environmental stewardship. The plantation drives not only enhanced the green cover but also underscored the importance of protecting the planet for future generations. The company reaffirms its dedication to sustainability and environmental conservation, aligning with the United Nations' theme (Ending plastic pollution globally) for World Environment Day. A team of SEIL employees also organised Mypadu Beach cleaning activity under the guidance of APPCB and participated in the green rally in the city.
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Nellore gets new 3D sweeping machines
1 2 3 Tirupati: Municipal Administration Minister Ponguru Narayana, along with Nellore MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy, formally launched a fleet of 3D sweeping machines as part of the Swachh Bharat-Swachh Andhra initiative at the 54th division in Nellore city on Sunday. The fleet of three machines, worth ₹1.50 crore, was procured by the Nellore Municipal Corporation to keep the city clean. Minister Narayana handed over the vehicles to the Swachh Andhra Corporation, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing cleanliness and sanitation. He also appealed to the public to maintain the city's cleanliness and take ownership of their surroundings, branding it 'Our Nellore'. Later, the minister inaugurated ration shops allocated by the state government, encouraging the public to utilize the facilities, which would be open during the first fortnight of every month. Additionally, Narayana and Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy launched the 'Shadi Manzil' development works at Janardhan Reddy locality in the city. The Nellore city MLA and MP have jointly donated ₹1 crore to complete the Shadi Manzil works within four months.
