Red Book governance deters investors: Roja
Tirupati: Former minister and YSRC spokesperson R.K. Roja alleged that the TD government, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, hindered industrial growth in Andhra Pradesh. Addressing the media in Nagari on Friday, Roja criticised Naidu’s recent trip to Davos, claiming it yielded no investments and tarnished the state's industrial reputation. She attributed the failure to Lokesh’s 'Red Book Constitution,' which she claimed created a hostile environment for industrialists. Comparing Andhra Pradesh's performance with other states, she noted that Telangana secured investments worth ₹1.32 lakh crore, and Maharashtra attracted ₹15.75 lakh crore, while the AP delegation returned empty-handed. “Despite 14 years of administrative experience, Chandrababu’s leadership has failed to deliver results,” Roja said. The YSRC spokesperson alleged that ₹20 crore was spent on promoting Lokesh during the Davos visit. She also questioned why actor-politician Pawan Kalyan, a known supporter of Naidu, was excluded from the delegation, suggesting it was due to internal insecurities within the TD leadership. Highlighting the achievements of former chief minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, Roja pointed out that Andhra Pradesh attracted ₹1.26 lakh crore worth of MoUs during the Davos summit under his leadership. “The Vizag Global Summit saw investments totalling ₹13.5 lakh crore, with prominent industrialists like Mukesh Ambani, Gautam Adani, and Sajjan Jindal participating,” she noted. Roja accused the TD government of fostering a negative industrial climate by engaging in political vendettas, misusing laws, and spreading misinformation about the state's economy. In contrast, she emphasised that Jagan’s administration has focused on infrastructure development, fostering peace, and creating a conducive environment for industries. Governor participates in State Formation Day celebrations of Uttar Pradesh and Dadra Nagar Haveli Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer attended the State Formation Day celebrations of Uttar Pradesh and the Union Territory of Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu as the chief guest at Raj Bhavan on Friday. The event was organised under the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ programme. The Governor extended his greetings to the people of Uttar Pradesh and the Union Territory, commemorating their State Formation Days on January 24 and 26, respectively. He described Uttar Pradesh as a significant cradle of Indian culture, highlighting its deep roots in the nation’s heritage. Speaking about Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, he praised its natural beauty and multifaceted cultural heritage, referring to it as a land of spellbinding charm. Jagan attack case: NIA Court Adjourns Case to Feb 21� The NIA Court in Visakhapatnam adjourned the case concerning the 2018 attack on former chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy to February 21, advocate Salim Abdus, representing the accused J Srinivasa Rao, stated on Friday. The case pertains to an incident in which J Srinivasa allegedly attacked Jagan Mohan Reddy with a rooster knife at Visakhapatnam airport. The adjournment was due to Jagan Mohan Reddy’s continued absence as a witness, which has delayed proceedings for the past three years. 24sam3-Edited Minister Ramanaidu attends special court for public representatives DC CORRESPONDENT VIJAYAWADA, JAN. 24 Minister for water resources Nimmala Ramanaidu appeared in the special court for MLAs/MPs on Friday, accompanied by Telugu Desam supporters. The case dates back to August 2019, when Ramanaidu, then a TD MLA, supported Asha workers arrested at Palacole railway station during the ‘Chalo Vijayawada’ agitation. They were confined to the police station, and Ramanaidu provided legal aid to them. The previous YSR Congress government filed charges against him and his supporters, alleging involvement in the protest. Ramanaidu has consistently attended court hearings over the past four years, maintaining that the case is politically motivated. 24jai4-Edited YSRC opposes privatisation of medical colleges DC CORRESPONDENT VIJAYAWADA, JAN. 24 YSR Congress leader Dr Seediri Appala Raju criticised the coalition government’s decision to privatise medical colleges, calling it detrimental to students and medical services. Speaking to the media, he urged the government to roll back the decision. Dr Raju highlighted that Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy had initiated 17 medical colleges during his tenure, gaining national attention. In contrast, he accused Chandrababu Naidu of failing to establish a single government medical college during his previous terms. He pointed out that privatising colleges under the PPP model would result in a loss of 2,250 medical seats, particularly affecting colleges in Pulivendula, Markapur, Adoni, and Madanapalle, slated to open this academic year. Dr Raju also raised concerns about Aarogyasri being handed over to insurance compani
Tirupati: Former minister and YSRC spokesperson R.K. Roja alleged that the TD government, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, hindered industrial growth in Andhra Pradesh.
Addressing the media in Nagari on Friday, Roja criticised Naidu’s recent trip to Davos, claiming it yielded no investments and tarnished the state's industrial reputation. She attributed the failure to Lokesh’s 'Red Book Constitution,' which she claimed created a hostile environment for industrialists.
Comparing Andhra Pradesh's performance with other states, she noted that Telangana secured investments worth ₹1.32 lakh crore, and Maharashtra attracted ₹15.75 lakh crore, while the AP delegation returned empty-handed. “Despite 14 years of administrative experience, Chandrababu’s leadership has failed to deliver results,” Roja said.
The YSRC spokesperson alleged that ₹20 crore was spent on promoting Lokesh during the Davos visit. She also questioned why actor-politician Pawan Kalyan, a known supporter of Naidu, was excluded from the delegation, suggesting it was due to internal insecurities within the TD leadership.
Highlighting the achievements of former chief minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, Roja pointed out that Andhra Pradesh attracted ₹1.26 lakh crore worth of MoUs during the Davos summit under his leadership. “The Vizag Global Summit saw investments totalling ₹13.5 lakh crore, with prominent industrialists like Mukesh Ambani, Gautam Adani, and Sajjan Jindal participating,” she noted.
Roja accused the TD government of fostering a negative industrial climate by engaging in political vendettas, misusing laws, and spreading misinformation about the state's economy. In contrast, she emphasised that Jagan’s administration has focused on infrastructure development, fostering peace, and creating a conducive environment for industries.
Governor participates in State Formation Day celebrations of Uttar Pradesh and Dadra Nagar Haveli
Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer attended the State Formation Day celebrations of Uttar Pradesh and the Union Territory of Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu as the chief guest at Raj Bhavan on Friday. The event was organised under the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ programme.
The Governor extended his greetings to the people of Uttar Pradesh and the Union Territory, commemorating their State Formation Days on January 24 and 26, respectively. He described Uttar Pradesh as a significant cradle of Indian culture, highlighting its deep roots in the nation’s heritage. Speaking about Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, he praised its natural beauty and multifaceted cultural heritage, referring to it as a land of spellbinding charm.
Jagan attack case: NIA Court Adjourns Case to Feb 21�
The NIA Court in Visakhapatnam adjourned the case concerning the 2018 attack on former chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy to February 21, advocate Salim Abdus, representing the accused J Srinivasa Rao, stated on Friday.
The case pertains to an incident in which J Srinivasa allegedly attacked Jagan Mohan Reddy with a rooster knife at Visakhapatnam airport. The adjournment was due to Jagan Mohan Reddy’s continued absence as a witness, which has delayed proceedings for the past three years.
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Minister Ramanaidu attends special court for public representatives
DC CORRESPONDENT
VIJAYAWADA, JAN. 24
Minister for water resources Nimmala Ramanaidu appeared in the special court for MLAs/MPs on Friday, accompanied by Telugu Desam supporters.
The case dates back to August 2019, when Ramanaidu, then a TD MLA, supported Asha workers arrested at Palacole railway station during the ‘Chalo Vijayawada’ agitation. They were confined to the police station, and Ramanaidu provided legal aid to them. The previous YSR Congress government filed charges against him and his supporters, alleging involvement in the protest.
Ramanaidu has consistently attended court hearings over the past four years, maintaining that the case is politically motivated.
24jai4-Edited
YSRC opposes privatisation of medical colleges
DC CORRESPONDENT
VIJAYAWADA, JAN. 24
YSR Congress leader Dr Seediri Appala Raju criticised the coalition government’s decision to privatise medical colleges, calling it detrimental to students and medical services. Speaking to the media, he urged the government to roll back the decision.
Dr Raju highlighted that Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy had initiated 17 medical colleges during his tenure, gaining national attention. In contrast, he accused Chandrababu Naidu of failing to establish a single government medical college during his previous terms.
He pointed out that privatising colleges under the PPP model would result in a loss of 2,250 medical seats, particularly affecting colleges in Pulivendula, Markapur, Adoni, and Madanapalle, slated to open this academic year.
Dr Raju also raised concerns about Aarogyasri being handed over to insurance companies, fearing it would prioritise profits over services. He warned that privatisation of key sectors, including medical colleges, ports, and irrigation projects, would face review if YSRC returns to power.
Roja accused the TD government of fostering a negative industrial climate by engaging in political vendettas, misusing laws, and spreading misinformation about the state's economy. In contrast, she emphasised that Jagan’s administration has focused on infrastructure development, fostering peace, and creating a conducive environment for industries.
Governor participates in State Formation Day celebrations of Uttar Pradesh and Dadra Nagar Haveli
Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer attended the State Formation Day celebrations of Uttar Pradesh and the Union Territory of Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu as the chief guest at Raj Bhavan on Friday. The event was organised under the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ programme.
The Governor extended his greetings to the people of Uttar Pradesh and the Union Territory, commemorating their State Formation Days on January 24 and 26, respectively. He described Uttar Pradesh as a significant cradle of Indian culture, highlighting its deep roots in the nation’s heritage. Speaking about Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, he praised its natural beauty and multifaceted cultural heritage, referring to it as a land of spellbinding charm.
Jagan attack case: NIA Court Adjourns Case to Feb 21�
The NIA Court in Visakhapatnam adjourned the case concerning the 2018 attack on former chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy to February 21, advocate Salim Abdus, representing the accused J Srinivasa Rao, stated on Friday.
The case pertains to an incident in which J Srinivasa allegedly attacked Jagan Mohan Reddy with a rooster knife at Visakhapatnam airport. The adjournment was due to Jagan Mohan Reddy’s continued absence as a witness, which has delayed proceedings for the past three years.
24sam3-Edited
Minister Ramanaidu attends special court for public representatives
DC CORRESPONDENT
VIJAYAWADA, JAN. 24
Minister for water resources Nimmala Ramanaidu appeared in the special court for MLAs/MPs on Friday, accompanied by Telugu Desam supporters.
The case dates back to August 2019, when Ramanaidu, then a TD MLA, supported Asha workers arrested at Palacole railway station during the ‘Chalo Vijayawada’ agitation. They were confined to the police station, and Ramanaidu provided legal aid to them. The previous YSR Congress government filed charges against him and his supporters, alleging involvement in the protest.
Ramanaidu has consistently attended court hearings over the past four years, maintaining that the case is politically motivated.
24jai4-Edited
YSRC opposes privatisation of medical colleges
DC CORRESPONDENT
VIJAYAWADA, JAN. 24
YSR Congress leader Dr Seediri Appala Raju criticised the coalition government’s decision to privatise medical colleges, calling it detrimental to students and medical services. Speaking to the media, he urged the government to roll back the decision.
Dr Raju highlighted that Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy had initiated 17 medical colleges during his tenure, gaining national attention. In contrast, he accused Chandrababu Naidu of failing to establish a single government medical college during his previous terms.
He pointed out that privatising colleges under the PPP model would result in a loss of 2,250 medical seats, particularly affecting colleges in Pulivendula, Markapur, Adoni, and Madanapalle, slated to open this academic year.
Dr Raju also raised concerns about Aarogyasri being handed over to insurance companies, fearing it would prioritise profits over services. He warned that privatisation of key sectors, including medical colleges, ports, and irrigation projects, would face review if YSRC returns to power.
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