The Latest Breaking News from Visakhapatnam Steel Plant

Vizag Steel Plant tragedy: Andhra Dy CM announces ex-gratia; says such an accident 'never occurred' in 30 years

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Tuesday expressed deep grief over the tragic explosion at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, which claimed eight lives, and announced a comprehensive compensation package for the families of the deceased.

The Economic Times · Jun 9

TDP blames Jagan for the problems in erstwhile Gangavaram port and Visakhapatnam Steel Plant

TDP spokesman blames CM Jagan for dire state of Gangavaram port and VSP, alleging neglect and mismanagement.

The Hindu · Apr 21, 2024

Centre has shifted focus from ‘disinvestment’ to ‘revival’ of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, says BJP A.P. president Purandeswari

BJP Andhra Pradesh State president D. Purandeswari has said that the Central government has shifted its focus from the proposed ‘disinvestment’ to the ‘revival’ of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP). 

The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024

Development came to a grinding halt in the State, says CPI(M

CPI(M) to host public mtg in Vijayawada on Nov 7 to discuss dev't sans inequalities. Jathas from 3 regions to protest govt's inaction on issues like agri, DSC recruitment, prices, unorg sector, power tariff, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, edu sector & BJP/RSS intimidation.

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2023

As of now, it is a tourism project on top of Rushikonda, says Y.V. Subba Reddy

The project on top of Rushikonda is being developed by the A.P. Tourism Development Corporation, but the opposition parties are raising a hue and cry over it unnecessarily, says senior YSRCP leader Subba Reddy. The Chief Minister is against outright sale of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, and, if required, both the…

The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023

Prime Minister urged to withdraw decision on strategic sale of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant

VUPPC appeals to PM Modi to withdraw decision on 100% strategic sale of RINL-VSP.

The Hindu · Aug 22, 2023

Police foil kidnap bid, 4-member gang taken into custody

West Zone police foiled kidnap bid at Ibrahimpatnam Circle. 4 persons taken into custody, car seized. Victim, Dileep, allegedly collected ₹60 lakh from 34 persons promising jobs in Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. Accused attacked him when he was seen at junction. Police booked cases against both parties, investigation in progress.

The Hindu · Aug 17, 2023

Andhra Pradesh CITU leader Narasinga Rao refutes statement issued by Gangavaram Port management

CITU Andhra Pradesh president Narasinga Rao has refuted the statement issued by the Gangavaram Port management that though there were delays in payments by Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, there were no delays in provision of cargo handling services by the port.

The Hindu · Aug 8, 2023

Andhra Pradesh: CPI(M) asks YSRCP and TDP to oppose Uniform Civil Code tooth and nail

CPI-M urges YSRCP, TDP to oppose UCC Bill; calls BJP, RSS' communal agenda. YSRCP, TDP asked to pressure Centre to implement AP Reorganisation Act, SCS, stop privatising Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. JSP's NDA move harms AP's interests, says CPI-M.

The Hindu · Jul 19, 2023

Centre urged to allow takeover of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant by SAIL, says its Independent Director

Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) Independent Director and BJP North-Andhra Campaign Committee convener for the Union government’s achievements in the last nine years, Sagi Kasi Viswanatha Raju has said that he has submitted a proposal to the Centre, requesting the takeover of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP) by the SAIL…

The Hindu · Jun 6, 2023