Date: October 24, 2024
AP Ministers Intensify Efforts in Delhi for State Development
AP Ministers in Delhi to Accelerate Development and Secure Funds
Three AP ministers have been working tirelessly in New Delhi, seeking to bring more funds and development projects to the state. Nara Lokesh, P. Narayana, and Satya Kumar have been meeting with key Union ministers and officials to ensure the state’s progress, particularly focusing on major infrastructure projects and skill development initiatives.
Their efforts have already begun to bear fruit, with the Central Government providing formal consent to some projects and showing interest in others. The ministers are determined to achieve their targets, as the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, focuses on tangible development and employment generation.
Major Progress in Amaravati Development
On Monday, MAUD Minister P. Narayana met with officials from the Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO). Successfully secured a massive ₹11,000 crore for the ongoing construction works in Amaravati, the capital city of Andhra Pradesh. This crucial funding will help accelerate the city’s development, which is central to the state’s vision for growth.
The following day, P. Narayana met with Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and several higher officials to brief them on the progress in Amaravati. These meetings underscore the state’s commitment to building a world-class city and securing the necessary resources for infrastructure development.
Nara Lokesh’s Efforts and other AP Ministers on Skill Development and Employment
Minister Nara Lokesh, who handles Information Technology and Skill Development, has also been proactive in his engagements in New Delhi. He has met with Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Minister Jayant Chaudhary, as well as top officials like Secretary Atul Kumar Tiwari and National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) CEO Ved Mani Tiwari. Lokesh is focusing on the ambitious Skill Census project which aims to identify. Address skill gaps in the workforce to create new employment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh.
Lokesh made a special presentation to the Union ministers on the Skill Census. key part of the TDP government’s promise to generate 20 lakh jobs in the next five years. This initiative, aligned with the pre-poll promise, aims to enhance skill development and drive employment generation across the state. Lokesh has urged the Central Government to cooperate and provide the necessary support to implement the project successfully.
The minister also emphasized that the Skill Census is currently being implemented as a pilot project. once it is completed, any shortcomings will be addressed before scaling it across the state. This ensures the effectiveness of the project and positions Andhra Pradesh as a leading state in skill development.
Strategic Partnerships with Industry Leaders
Nara Lokesh also met with representatives of Indian Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), including ICEA chairman Pankaj Mahindra. Discuss opportunities for collaboration and investment in Andhra Pradesh. The meeting reflects the state government’s efforts to attract top industry players and drive industrial growth.
Moreover, Lokesh had a 40-minute discussion with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during which he thanked him for the Centre’s ongoing support for Andhra Pradesh. Lokesh highlighted the state’s development goals and sought further cooperation to help the state achieve its targets.
Satya Kumar’s Political Engagements
BJP senior leader and minister Satya Kumar is also in New Delhi, holding meetings with Central ministers and key BJP leaders. His political engagements are expected to further strengthen the ties between the state government and the Centre, ensuring continued support for Andhra Pradesh’s development agenda.
Conclusion: A Unified Push for State Progress
The TDP coalition government is leaving no stone unturned in its efforts to bring development and prosperity to Andhra Pradesh. With the collective push by ministers like Nara Lokesh, P. Narayana, and Satya Kumar, the state is on track to secure the necessary resources and support to achieve its ambitious goals. Under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Andhra Pradesh aims to emerge as a model state, with a strong focus on infrastructure development and employment generation.