Date: August 01, 2024

AP Public Funds Used for IAS Srilakshmi’s Father’s Park

Srilakshmi’s Return and Controversial Decision

After IAS Srilakshmi’s arrest in the Obulapuram mines case and subsequent release, IAS officer Srilakshmi was reinstated by ex-CM Jagan Mohan Reddy. Against all odds, Jagan appointed her as the Special Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh. Many believed her bureaucratic career was over, but Jagan thought otherwise.

IAS Srilakshmi’s Father’s Park:A Shocking Incident Comes to Light

A recent revelation about Srilakshmi has raised eyebrows. It involves the state exchequer and a park named after her father, Yerra Nageswara Rao, in Machilipatnam. She inaugurated the park on January 24th this year.

IAS Srilakshmi’s Father’s Park:Public Funds for a Private Commemoration

What’s surprising about this story is that the park wasn’t funded by Srilakshmi but by the people of Andhra Pradesh. The AP Greenery and Beautification department spent Rs 2 crore, while the Machilipatnam municipality contributed Rs 18 lakh. In total, they used Rs 2.18 crore of public money to build this park.

Questions Arise Over Use of State Resources

Typically, authorities name parks after revolutionary leaders, freedom fighters, or public figures like NTR and YSR who have made significant contributions to society. In this case, Yerra Nageswara Rao, Srilakshmi’s father, was an ordinary railway employee. Her decision to commemorate him with a park funded by public money has sparked controversy.

A Costly Tribute to a Father

Srilakshmi’s desire to honor her father with a park in Machilipatnam cost the people of Andhra Pradesh Rs 2.18 crore. She even installed a statue of her father in the park. This has led to widespread criticism about the use of public funds for personal tributes.

Conclusion: Public Backlash and Accountability

The use of Andhra Pradesh’s public funds to build a park in honor of IAS officer Srilakshmi’s father has raised serious questions about accountability and the appropriate use of state resources. This incident highlights the need for greater transparency and scrutiny in government decisions involving public money.