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NTR district Collector flags off awareness rally on voting rights

NTR District Collector S. Dilli Rao has said the goal is to reach at least 85% polling in the forthcoming elections in 2024 and that the officials are working on creating awareness among the people on the importance of voting.

The Hindu · Dec 21, 2023

India poised to become a developed country by the year 2047, says Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Union FM Sitharaman launched Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra to ensure welfare schemes reach targeted sections. Modi ki Guarantee vehicles tour to spread awareness of schemes like Ayushman Bharat, PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, Jan Dhan bank accounts, PM Awas Yojana and PM Kisan. Economy making rapid strides and will reach…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

NTR district Collector urges all departments to work in tandem to make ‘deeksha viramana’ a success

Sri Durga Malleswara Swamyvarla Devasthanam making arrangements for 'Bhavani deeksha viramana' event from Jan 3. NTR District Collector Dilli Rao held review meeting. 50,000-1 lakh devotees expected daily; 1-1.5 lakh on last two days. Kalasa Jyothi Mahotsavam on Dec 26 with 10,000 devotees. 800 showers, 'homa gundams' & laddu prasadam…

The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023

KGBV principal fined ₹25,000 for giving corporal punishment to student in Andhra Pradesh

NTR district Collector S. Dilli Rao has imposed a fine of ₹25,000 on the principal of the Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) at Rangapuram in Reddygudem mandal for giving corporal punishment to a student. The Collector also warned of severe action if the teachers give corporal punishment to students.

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

‘KGBV student had injuries on her knees before she was punished by principal’

12-yr-old student of KGBV in Reddygudem, NTR district, suffered burns on her knees after principal gave her punishment. She had earlier injured her knees while playing in school. Principal appeared before SCPCR & said she had forgotten incident. APC ordered inquiry & report to be submitted to Collector for action.

The Hindu · Oct 18, 2023

Ensure facilities for lactating mothers, children atop Indrakeeladri, SCPCR tells officials

SCPCR member directs NTR district officials to make necessary arrangements for lactating mothers, children during Vijayawada's Dasara Utsavams. Cabins, public address systems, water, milk, biscuits to be supplied. Violation of child rights not tolerated.

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

50% concession on school fee for children of journalists in NTR dist.

Collector S. Dilli Rao announced 50% concession in school fees for journalists' children in Vijayawada district. He also assured resolution of issues regarding health cards and house sites. Arrangements for Dasara celebrations, including prasadam for 20 lakh people and Teppotsavam, have been made. Over 300 health camps have been organised…

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

Spike in monsoon-related illnesses in Vijayawada

Vijayawada sees 30 cases of viral fever daily due to recent rains. Private hospitals also report cases of malaria, dengue & seasonal flu. NTR district has fewer cases of dengue & malaria this year due to cleaning of canals. People advised to wear masks in crowded places & visit doctor…

The Hindu · Sep 13, 2023

Congress rule is need of the hour, says AP Congress president Rudra Raju

Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gidugu Rudra Raju on Thursday said Congress rule in the country was the “need of the hour”

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

Collector inspects door-to-door voter survey in Vijayawada

Vijayawada Collector S. Dilli Rao inspects door-to-door voter survey for Special Summary Revision 2024. 16.67 lakh voters in NTR district; 1.60 lakh identified as dead/migrated. BLOs to verify 1,000 voters, special officers 500; survey to be completed by Sept 7.

The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023