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Hans India
11 hours ago
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Telangana Minister Vivek Venkataswamy highlights welfare initiatives by govt for the Poor
Minister Vivek Venkataswamy has reiterated the Congress government's commitment to the welfare of the underprivileged during a recent event in Siddipet. Speaking at Konda Bhudevi Garden, he announced the provision of Rs. 5 lakhs for every Indiramma house, with 12,000 houses sanctioned for Siddipet district alone. He emphasised the aim to ensure that every village benefits from the Indiramma housing scheme, initially launched by Indira Gandhi to combat poverty. The Minister noted that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Rahul Gandhi have enacted policies to provide 200 units of free electricity, further aiding the lower-income population. In a drive to uplift the poor, Minister Venkataswamy distributed sanction documents for Indiramma houses and confirmed plans for skill development programmes employing advanced technology in Siddipet. He acknowledged public scepticism regarding the Congress government's ability to fulfil its promises but pledged that the government would uphold its commitments. Highlighting other welfare initiatives, he detailed the assistance for women, including gas cylinders for Rs. 500 and free bus services. He mentioned the comprehensive loan waiver of Rs. 23,000 crores for farmers, a record in India, as well as the release of Rs. 10,000 crores for farmer insurance by CM Revanth Reddy. Furthermore, the Rajiv Arogya Sri scheme now offers up to Rs. 10 lakhs in health coverage, and farmers growing sorghum are receiving a bonus of Rs. 500. Additionally, Venkataswamy revealed that sorghum is being distributed to the needy through ration cards. The government is dedicated to constructing homes for every poor individual on plots of 600 yards. He stressed the importance of beneficiary participation in ensuring adequate construction of the houses, reiterating the strict implementation of the Indiramma scheme. Earlier, he had also distributed sanction documents to beneficiaries of Indiramma Indla in Gajwel, where a budget has been allocated for 3,000 double-bedroom houses. In his address, he reiterated the government's commitment to education, healthcare, housing, and farmer welfare.
Hans India
19-05-2025
- Politics
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CPM Pays Glowing Tributes to Comrade Sundarayya on 40th Death Anniversary
Gadwal: Communist Party of India (Marxist) district secretary A. Venkataswamy paid rich tributes to legendary freedom fighter and Telangana armed peasant struggle leader Comrade Puchalapalli Sundarayya on the occasion of his 40th death anniversary, observed on Monday. A special event was held at the old bus stand in the district headquarters, where party leaders garlanded Sundarayya's portrait and remembered his lifelong dedication to the struggles of the oppressed. Speaking on the occasion, Venkataswamy said Sundarayya was not only an active participant in India's freedom movement but also a valiant leader in the Telangana armed peasant struggle against the oppressive Nizam regime, through which nearly 1 million acres of land were redistributed to the poor. He praised Sundarayya as a model leader who donated his own land and wealth for the upliftment of the society and chose to live a simple life, even opting to travel to Parliament by bicycle during his tenure as an MP. Venkataswamy noted that despite holding constitutional positions, Sundarayya never indulged in luxury and always focused on raising people's issues in legislative forums. He highlighted how Sundarayya debated policies based on their impact rather than making personal attacks, turning Parliament into a true platform for the discussion of public issues. Born into an upper-caste family, Sundarayya stood firmly against untouchability and caste discrimination, organizing temple entry for Dalits and community feasts to promote equality. A keen observer of social change and government policies, he continuously worked to awaken the masses and bring them into progressive movements. He strongly believed that natural resources like land and water should belong to the people and advocated for decentralization of wealth, championing land rights with the slogan 'Land to the tiller.' Venkataswamy called on the people to draw inspiration from Sundarayya and be ready for continued struggles to build an egalitarian society free of economic, social, and political inequalities. CPM district committee members Uppair Narasimha, Majjiga Anjaneyulu, Vishnu, Bhaskar, Veeresh, Krishna, Naresh, Ram Anjaneyulu, Kothapalli Narasimhulu, and Singotam among others participated in the event.
Hans India
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Only a Workers' State Can Solve Labor Issues," Says CPM on May Day in Jogulamba Gadwal
Gadwal: On the occasion of International Workers' Day (May Day), Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPM] District Secretary A. Venkataswamy emphasized that only the establishment of a workers' state can resolve the growing challenges faced by the working class in India. He hoisted the CPM flag at the party's district office in Gadwal on Thursday and addressed party members and workers. Venkataswamy stated that the country is undergoing an unprecedented economic, political, and social crisis. He attributed the worsening conditions to the policies being driven by capitalist interests, which prioritize corporate profits over people's welfare. He strongly criticized the government's ongoing support for corporate entities by amending laws in their favor, allowing unchecked corruption, and undermining public institutions. He condemned the aggressive privatization of public sector undertakings and pointed out the rising exploitation of labor in private sectors as a major factor behind the declining living standards of workers. He also accused the ruling authorities of systematically eroding trade union rights, preventing workers from organizing to protect their interests. Calling for the inspiration of the historic Chicago workers' struggle, Venkataswamy declared that the CPM will continue its fight for a society free of inequality. He urged the working class to gear up for a transformative movement aimed at establishing a worker-centric governance system in the country. He also extended full support to the nationwide general strike planned on May 20, urging laborers, farmers, and the general public to participate in large numbers to protest against the central government's anti-people policies. The event was attended by CPM district committee members including Upper Narasimha, Naresh, Ramakrishna, Bhasha, Ranganna, Venkatesh, Ramudu, and Gajendra, among others.
