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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Vizag city under 3-tier security blanket for Int'l Yoga Day event
Visakhapatnam: A three-tier security blanket covered the Vizag city for the International Yoga Day (IYD) event that will be held on June 21. More than 10,000 security personnel, including commandos from the National Security Guard (NSG), and armed forces have been deployed at beach road stretch in Vizag. The beach road stretch between the Naval Coastal Battery (NCB) and Park Hotel Junction, is the main venue for the event. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union ministers, chief minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and deputy chief minister K Pawan Kalyan and other VVIPs are scheduled to participate in the grand event. Vizag city police chief Shanka Brata Bagchi stated that more than 1,200 CCTV cameras are positioned to monitor the entire beach road stretch, where thousands of people are expected to perform yoga. Over 10,000 police personnel have been deployed for security duties. "A high-tech police control room has been established to oversee coordination and maintain foolproof security throughout the event, which is anticipated to see massive public participation," he added. Though the police have prohibited drones at the main and few other venues for the event, the police will use the drones at a few locations to monitor the venues from Appughar to Bheemili along the beach road.
Hans India
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Telugu states should use Godavari water together
Vijayawada: Responding to Telangana's objection over the Banakacharla project, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu suggested that both Telugu states should use Godavari waters together, especially the waters that would otherwise flow into the sea. Addressing the media here, he said: 'Both states are already using Godavari water. Apart from Polavaram, other projects haven't received formal approval. As per the AP Reorganisation Act, Polavaram is under construction. So, we are transferring water to another basin from the last reaches of the Godavari stream'. He recalled previous disputes between officials of both states over the Krishna Barrage and how they were resolved through discussions with the Governor. 'It's not beneficial to fight over the limited Krishna waters. Let us continue with existing project-wise allocations until the new tribunal finalizes fresh allocations. I started many projects in united Andhra Pradesh, including Devadula and Kalwakurthy. We fought in the Assembly over Yellampalli. I never objected to Kaleshwaram.' He questioned why there should be disputes over water usage that would otherwise flow into the ocean. 'If legal clarity is required, we can discuss it with the Centre. Creating conflict over such usage is unreasonable. No one benefits from water disputes between the two states - it only misleads the public. There is no need for conflict. Telangana can build the projects and use the water—who's stopping it?', he pointed out. The Chief Minister reiterated that his vision is for both Telugu states to emerge as number one.
Hans India
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
AP CM on Banakacharla: ‘Telugu states should use Godavari water together'
Vijayawada: Responding to Telangana's objection over the Banakacharla project, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu suggested that both Telugu states should use Godavari waters together, especially the waters that would otherwise flow into the sea. Addressing the media here, he said: 'Both states are already using Godavari water. Apart from Polavaram, other projects haven't received formal approval. As per the AP Reorganisation Act, Polavaram is under construction. So, we are transferring water to another basin from the last reaches of the Godavari stream'. He recalled previous disputes between officials of both states over the Krishna Barrage and how they were resolved through discussions with the Governor. 'It's not beneficial to fight over the limited Krishna waters. Let us continue with existing project-wise allocations until the new tribunal finalizes fresh allocations. I started many projects in united Andhra Pradesh, including Devadula and Kalwakurthy. We fought in the Assembly over Yellampalli. I never objected to Kaleshwaram.' He questioned why there should be disputes over water usage that would otherwise flow into the ocean. 'If legal clarity is required, we can discuss it with the Centre. Creating conflict over such usage is unreasonable. No one benefits from water disputes between the two states – it only misleads the public. There is no need for conflict. Telangana can build the projects and use the water—who's stopping it', he pointed out. The Chief Minister reiterated that his vision is for both Telugu states to emerge as number one.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Black Burley tobacco procurement resumes in Andhra Pradesh
GUNTUR: BAPATLA District Collector J Venkata Murali on Wednesday directed officials to resume procurement of Black Burley tobacco in Bapatla district starting Thursday, following concerns over falling prices and growing distress among farmers. The decision was taken at a review meeting with Agriculture and MARKFED officials at the ETC Conference Hall in the Collectorate. Acting on Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu's instructions, the State government has introduced a dedicated 'CM App' to streamline procurement. Only farmers registered through this app—linked with e-Crop and APAMS data—will be eligible for tobacco sales. The government has sanctioned Rs 300 crore to procure up to 25 million kilograms of Black Burley tobacco through MARKFED. Procurement centres will operate at two locations in Parchur and one in Chirala. The fixed procurement price is Rs 12,000 per quintal for HDR and HDM varieties and Rs 3,000 per quintal for HDX. A control room with a toll-free helpline (8331057095) will function in Parchur from 6 AM to 8 PM to address farmer grievances and ensure smooth operations. The Collector criticised Agriculture Department officials over irregularities in crop registration. Although Black Burley tobacco was cultivated in 67,132 acres, only 50,513 acres were recorded in the e-Crop system, covering 28,019 farmers. He instructed officials to upload complete data within a week and warned of strict action for lapses during the current Kharif season. Parchur MLA Eluri Sambasiva Rao highlighted that, for the first time, the government is directly procuring tobacco to support farmers. Bapatla MLA Vegesna Narendra Varma reiterated the government's commitment to ensuring fair prices and safeguarding farmer interests. MARKFED Managing Director Manajeer Zilani Saman and other senior officials participated in the meeting and later visited the Parchur market yard to review arrangements.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Vizag gears up for International Yoga Day: Security tightened, red zones declared; traffic curbs, drone bans in place
VISAKHAPATNAM: More than 10,000 security personnel, including commandos from the National Security Guard (NSG), and armed forces, are being deployed at RK Beach locality in Vizag city ahead of International Yoga Day on June 21. Vizag city is undergoing a major facelift ahead of the International Yoga Day on June 21. The Beach Road stretch between the Naval Coastal Battery (NCB) and Park Hotel Junction, the main venue for the event. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan and other dignatoaries are scheduled to participate in the grand event. More than five lakh people will participate in Yoga on June 21 in Vizag city. Vizag city police chief Shanka Brata Bagchi said police have been keeping an eye on the security arrangements and the beach road stretch is being screened with the help of sniper dogs and bomb disposal squads. Strict protocol will be enforced at all the locations on June 21 during yoga celebrations and the police have been on the job for tight security and traffic control. We have declared a temporary red zone area in connection with the VVIPS's visit to Vizag city on June 20 and 21. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo The police have declared extensive no-drone zones across the key areas in the city. The restricted areas include, INS Dega, and surrounding 5-Kms radius, INS Chola Naval Base and premises within 5-Kms radius , RK Beach and surrounding areas (main event venue) within 5-Kms radius and the entire route from INS Chola to Andhra University Grounds and AU Helipad with 5 Kms range. The drone restrictions will be in effect from 12 pm on June 20 until 2 pm on June 21. However, drone operations will be permitted from Jodugulapalem to Bheemli areas. The police department currently operates 13 drones and has requested additional units from the government for enhanced surveillance. The police have imposed certain traffic restrictions for International Yoga Day. Police announced that there will be a complete closure of Beach Road from NTR Circle to Park Hotel Junction from June 17 to June 21. Additionally, the entire stretch of Beach Road from Park Hotel Junction to Bheemili will be closed to all vehicular traffic from June 19 to June 21 to accommodate the construction of stages. To manage the expected traffic congestion in Vizag city as part of the Yoga Day celebrations, the police asked the public to use the ASTraM mobile app, to guide and help them navigate alternative routes. The police urged residents along the beach road to use alternate pathways and assured that police personnel and district administration would provide assistance during emergencies.
