Central Team Visits Prakasam to Assess Cyclone Damage

Nov 11, 2025 | 429 Views

A Central Government delegation visited Prakasam district to assess the damage caused by Cyclone 'Michaung' and assured that a comprehensive report would be submitted to the Government. The team — comprising P. Pousumi Basu, Mahesh Kumar, Shashank Shekhar Rai, and Sai Bhagirath, along with State Disaster Management Authority MD Prakhar Jain — was received by District Collector P. Raja Babu, Joint Collector R. Gopalakrishna, and DRO B. China Obulesu at Ongole. The officials briefed the team on extensive losses in agriculture, aquaculture, roads, irrigation, rural water supply, power, and urban infrastructure. A special photo and video presentation showcased pre- and post-cyclone conditions and the relief measures undertaken by the district administration. The Central team also inspected paddy fields, prawn ponds, and cotton crops across several villages including Alluru, Koppolu, and Nagulapalapadu. Farmers shared their distress, citing crop rot, damaged embankments, and loss of aquaculture farms. The team expressed concern, noting that many farmers had lost their entire crops. Collector Raja Babu informed that 12,570 hectares of agricultural land were affected — including 8,313 ha of cotton, 1,557 ha of paddy, 1,388 ha of vegetables, and 1,260 ha of maize. Public representatives, including MLAs Damacharla Janardhan Rao, B.N. Vijay Kumar, and others, submitted representations seeking immediate central assistance for the affected families and sectors.

CM Chandrababu Naidu Reviews Puttaparthi Readiness for PM Modi’s Visit

Nov 11, 2025 | 439 Views

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to ensure robust arrangements in Puttaparthi ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit on November 19 and President Droupadi Murmu’s visit on November 22 as part of the Sri Sathya Sai Baba Centenary Celebrations. The Chief Minister held a review meeting with ministers, Chief Secretary Vijay Anand, and senior officials to assess the preparations. He instructed authorities to beautify Puttaparthi, strengthen security measures, and ensure comfortable facilities for devotees visiting the Maha Samadhi of Sri Sathya Sai Baba. CM Naidu emphasized proper arrangements for parking, traffic management, sanitation, drinking water, food, and restrooms. He also directed officials to organize medical camps and provide adequate APSRTC bus services for devotees. Officials informed that 10 medical camps, 250 sanitation staff, and 65 special trains (a total of 682 trains between November 13 and December 1) are being arranged to handle the large influx of visitors. Ministers Savita, Satyakumar Yadav, Anam Ramanarayana Reddy, and Anagani Satyaprasad attended the review meeting.

Nova ENT Hospital Launches Free Children’s ENT Wellness Week in Hyderabad

Nov 10, 2025 | 432 Views

Nova ENT Hospital, located at Erramanzil, Hyderabad, has launched a “Children’s ENT Wellness Week” from November 9 to 16, focusing on promoting awareness and early detection of ENT-related issues among children. The wellness camp was formally inaugurated by Dr. M. Mohan Reddy, Chairman of Nova ENT Hospital. The inaugural ceremony featured Mrs. C. Rama Devi, Director–Coordination, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Hyderabad, Dr. Dwarakanath Reddy, Former President of IMA Telangana, and Dr. P. R. Sai Kumar, Senior ENT Specialist, as chief guests. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. M. Mohan Reddy emphasized the importance of identifying ear, nose, and throat problems at an early age, noting that neglecting such issues can adversely affect a child’s hearing, speech development, and learning ability. He added that wellness camps like these play a key role in raising awareness among parents and teachers about preventive care. Mrs. C. Rama Devi highlighted the importance of parental vigilance and school-level health awareness, while Dr. Dwarakanath Reddy and Dr. Sai Kumar commended Nova ENT Hospital’s commitment to community healthcare. They also explained the growing incidence of snoring, adenoid, and tonsil-related complications in children. As part of the wellness week, the hospital will provide free ENT and hearing tests for children, along with interactive awareness sessions for parents and teachers. The camp will continue until November 16.

CM Chandrababu, Minister Narayana on High Alert as Cyclone ‘Montha’ Nears AP

Oct 27, 2025 | 455 Views

Amaravati / Nellore, October 25: With Cyclone ‘Montha’ set to impact Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu conducted an emergency teleconference with all District Collectors, SPs, and senior officials, directing them to remain on high alert. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert, warning that the cyclone will cross the coast near Kakinada on October 28, bringing wind speeds of 90–110 kmph and heavy rainfall between 80–100 mm across districts from Srikakulam to Tirupati. CM Naidu emphasized zero tolerance for loss of life or property, instructing officials to take advance precautionary measures and implement disaster management plans immediately. He ordered NDRF and SDRF teams to be deployed in vulnerable zones and directed officials to ensure uninterrupted essential services—including drinking water, electricity, telecom networks, and civil supplies. The Chief Minister also advised declaring school holidays in high-risk areas if required, and to evacuate coastal residents to safer shelters. Meanwhile, in Nellore, Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development, Dr. Ponguru Narayana, reviewed flood preparedness amid rising water levels in the Penna River and the release of surplus water from the Somasila Project. He warned that the next three days are critical, urging citizens to stay alert. Following his instructions, TDP cadres inspected flood-prone areas near Bodigadithota and relocated affected families to rehabilitation centers. Former Municipal Chairperson T. Anuradha personally supervised food and shelter arrangements for evacuees. Minister Narayana, during a teleconference with officials and TDP teams, stressed continuous monitoring of the situation, ensuring no inconvenience to the public. He instructed authorities to maintain constant communication and take immediate relief measures wherever necessary.

Google Data Center in Andhra Pradesh: 13 Months of Relentless Effort Behind Global Milestone — Lokesh

Oct 24, 2025 | 466 Views

Melbourne, October 24: Andhra Pradesh IT and Education Minister Nara Lokesh announced that the establishment of the Google Data Center in AP was the result of 13 months of relentless effort by the state government. Addressing the CII Partnership Summit Roadshow organized by the Australia India Business Council (AIBC) in Melbourne, Lokesh said this major achievement reflects Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s visionary leadership and the state’s investor-friendly governance. Lokesh highlighted that Andhra Pradesh has already attracted ₹10 lakh crore in investments within just 16 months, calling it “only the beginning.” He emphasized AP’s collaborative model of governance, saying, “Once you join hands with us, it’s no longer your project — it becomes our project.” He explained that every project is tracked daily through dedicated coordination groups, ensuring faster clearances and transparent execution. Explaining the journey behind Google’s decision, Lokesh said the project took shape through continuous engagement with Google’s leadership, site visits, and policy-level coordination with the central government, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and key ministers. “What began as a state-level proposal has now positioned India as a global data center hub,” he said, adding that AP completed its commitments within the agreed timeframe. Lokesh invited global investors to participate in the CII Partnership Summit scheduled in Visakhapatnam on November 14–15, describing the city as the next major economic and industrial hub of India. He said Andhra Pradesh is on track to become a $2.4 trillion economy, with a focus on 15 key sectors including renewable energy, steel, aquaculture, and quantum computing. “AP is now the second fastest-growing state in India, and soon we’ll be number one,” Lokesh declared confidently.