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The recent row that raged over Nandi Awards had a great impact on the Telugu Film industry. Telugu Filmmakers comprising of producers, directors and other technicians have come forward alleging that the Nandi Awards were politically motivated and held Nandamuri Balakrishna responsible for the prejudice. They also claimed that it was Balakrishna who had created this ruckus from behind. Few people have even gone to an extent and labeled Nandi Awards as ‘Cycle Awards’, while others said they were ‘Kamma (Chowdary) Awards. Many people expressed that the Nandi Awards committee has shown prejudice and have ignored the Mega family completely.
It is no secret that the AP Govt.’s image has been tarnished by the Nandi Awards controversy. It is heard that if the controversy continues for another couple of days, the AP State Government might well take a U-Turn on Nandi Awards. Sources close to Chief Minister’s office stated that ‘the government is likely to withdraw Nandi Awards completely forever, which means there would be no further Nandi Awards from here on’.
The Tollywood personnel who are aware of the Government’s recent decision were shocked. Many film personnel is hoping for the Nandi Awards controversy to subside before the government takes any drastic step.
One Fight Exposes the Secret of 5 Lakh Crores Black Money!
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There is a famous proverb ‘Unity is Strength’, and it has been proven right throughout the history. In the modern day, a fight between a group of members has exposed a secret. Nearly 5 Lakh crores are likely to be recovered from that group. And above all, the group belongs to Sasikala.
Sasikala is currently serving her sentence in the Bangalore Jail. Sasikala and her husband Natarajan never had any children. The recent IT raids suggest that she might have assets worth anywhere between 30,000 to 50,000 crores. But shockingly, a report surfaced that Sasikala might actually be hiding assets over 5 lakh crores. Yes, it’s absolutely 5,00,000,00,00,000 crores, which is roughly 3 times the Tamil Nadu state’s budget of 1.75 Lakh Crores. Everyone thought the IT raids were a part of the center’s strategy. It is learned that it is because of an insider, a close relative to Sasikala.
Sasikala spoke to each of her relatives privately while she was in jail. During that conversation, it is learned that she has advised them to stay united and not to quarrel while distributing the assets.
But her relatives failed to stay united together. Many felt that she preferred a few over the rest. This led to clashes between them, and one among them have handed over key information about the rest to the IT department.
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It is reported that Rakhi Sawant has lodged a complaint and an FIR has been filed against the Rajput Karni Sena. Speaking to a media house, Rakhi Sawant stated that, ‘I have been getting repeated threat calls. The members of Rajput Karni Sena are making obscene remarks against me. They have also threatened me that they would be blackening my face’, said Rakhi Sawant.
It all started after Rakhi Sawant posted a video extending her support to ‘Padmavathi’. In the video, Rakhi was seen supporting the director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and the other cast of the film. After this video became viral, the Rajput Karni Sena vowed that they would blacken Rakhi Sawant’s face for lending support to ‘Padmavathi’.
Rakhi further stated that ‘I am a citizen of this country, and I have every right to speak my mind. I have full faith in the Mumbai Police that they will protect me from these threats.’
She also stated that ‘Everyone should watch the film before protesting against it. I don’t think Bhansali has shown anything wrong.’
He said Sonia was Zero. Now he says, Rahul is Hero!
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It is very common that politicians often change parties and words according to their needs. It looks like NCP founder, Sharad Pawar also belong to the same race. When he was a part of the Congress Party, Pawar has often criticized Sonia Gandhi stating that she is a rookie in politics, and doesn’t lack any leadership qualities. It was also heard that he made these comments hoping that he can become the Prime Minister given the circumstances that prevailed at that time.
Interestingly, even after he founded his own party, Pawar’s NCP is one among the allies of INC, that supported the UPA government at the center for 10 years. Everyone felt that NCP’s inclusion in UPA was because of party’s principles.
Recently, Pawan stated that ‘Even the PM Modi is intimidated by Rahul Gandhi’s increasing image across the nation’. Even now Rahul Gandhi is considered as a rookie in politics. He is known for his faults both in his speeches and acts. The political analysts are in awe after failing to understand the ulterior motives of Pawar, after terming Rahul Gandhi as ‘Hero’. No wonder the politics are a different ball game. One wonders how can Sonia be a zero, while Rahul Gandhi becomes a hero?
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Everything seemed perfect between the Indian National Congress and Hardik Patel until the very last minute. Both the parties seemed like they have come to a common point. But the clash erupted at the last minute late into the night after Congress party has announced a list of 77 candidates including 2 candidates from Hardik Patel’s PAAS (Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti).
The clash took place at the office of Praful Togadia, Congress candidate from Patel dominated constituency of Varchcha Road in Surat. PAAS party members stated that ‘Congress declared the list the candidates even without consulting our core committee.’ Initially, according to an agreement with Congress, PAAS was to contest in 5 seats.
It was thought that Hardik Patel would be officially announcing the alliance of PAAS and Congress on Monday when the CM would be filing his nomination papers. With the widespread protests within PAAS, one has to wait and see whether Hardik would officially announce the alliance or not.
Meanwhile, Hardik scaled down to his demand of 7 to 9 assembly seats, after Congress leaders had a hard-bargaining session with him. It is heard that Congress raised about the alleged sex scandal tapes of Hardik.
What happened on the evening of Indira Gandhi’s death?
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Former Prime Minister of India, Late Smt. Indira Gandhi was born on 19th of November, 1917. She was born to Jawaharlal Nehru (first Indian Prime Minister) and Kamaladevi. Indira Gandhi breathed her last after she was shot by her security guards. Let us know an interesting incident that took place after the death of Indira Gandhi.
Late Ram Mohan Rao, then Chief of Doordarshan news Division shared an interesting fact. ‘I was having my breakfast on 31st of October 1984. My RAX (emergency) Telephone rang repeatedly. I heard HY Sarada Prasad, Advisor for Indira Gandhi. He said, Ram Mohan Rao, the Prime Minister has been shot by her security guards. She is critically injured. She has been taken to the AIIMS for the treatment. Contact the doctors for more information.
On hearing this, I immediately ran to the News Room. We announced in the bulletin that ‘The Prime Minister has been attacked. She is being treated at AIIMS.’
The news that many people celebrated the ‘attack on Indira’ led to protests and riots across the nation. We had to stay in the Doordarshan Office for the next 3 days.
Vice-President of India, R Venkatraman came to the News Room and announced that ‘Rajiv Gandhi will be the Prime Minister of India’ on the same evening’, shared Late Ram Mohan Rao in an occasion.
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Ram Gopal Varma is more famous for his ‘sarcastic’ comments than his films. He is often known as the epicenter for many controversies. His recent remarks on ‘Nandi Awards’ became the talk of the town. This time the controversial director made remarks on the US President Donald Trump’s Daughter, Ivanka Trump.
He reaction came after the Telangana Government’s decision to renovate and revamp many parts of the Hyderabad city. The TS Government moved all the beggars to ‘Welfare Homes’ as a part of Ivanka Trump’s visit. Ram Gopal Varma compared Ivanka Trump to Sunny Leone in his Facebook post.
He stated, ‘I have neither awareness nor knowledge of politics. I don’t know why Ivanka Trump chooses to visit Hyderabad too. But I am waiting eagerly to look at her beauty. I had the same kind of feeling when Sunny Leone visited India for the first time.’
Ivanka Trump is visiting Hyderabad to take part in the ‘Global Entrepreneurs Summit’ representing the United States. The Telangana State Government is hosting a special dinner for Ivanka at the iconic Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad.
Ram Gopal Varma’s comments looked like he was criticizing the Telangana State Government for its ‘over-the-board’ preparations for Ivanka’s visit.
AP State Govt. – UNESCO TECH Conference from 16th December, Visakhapatnam
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Previously, Hyderabad happened to be the host for various national and international conferences organized by the Government and Private organizations. But after the partition of the state, Andhra Pradesh government made Vishakhapatnam as its major host. Recently, after the success of ‘Global Agri-Tech Conference’ which even saw Microsoft Co-Founder Bill Gates as a guest, the ‘City of Destiny’ is once again preparing to host another International conference.
‘Transforming Education Conference for Humanity’ is the abbreviation for TECH.
The Andhra Pradesh State Government and the UNESCO will be hosting the 3-day ‘TECH Conference 2017’ in the city of Visakhapatnam. City’s joint collector G. Srujana has been appointed as the ‘Nodal Officer’ for the upcoming ‘Tech Conference 2017’.
It is expected that 150 Professors, Educationists and 130 Teachers who won ‘State Award for the Best Teacher’ will be attending the conference. The theme of the conference is ‘21st Century Skills’.
The state government sources have confirmed that 1000 representatives from 55 countries will be attending the conference. Political leaders and Officials from 15 Countries, 5 Software Companies, and 13 Start-Up Companies representatives will also take part in the conference. The conference will be held from 16th December – 18th December 2017.
Manushi Chhillar crowned2017 Miss Word | Wishes from former beauties and PM pour in!
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20-year-old medical student, Manushi Chhillar hailing from the state of Haryana has been crowned the ‘2017 Miss World’ in the beauty pageant event held in China. After Aishwarya Rai (1994) and Priyanka Chopra (2000), Manushi Chhillar became the third Indian to win the beauty pageant. She has been crowned by the 2016 Miss World, Stephanie Del Valle from Puerto Rico.
It was after 17 long years that an Indian managed to win the beauty pageant. Priyanka Chopra was the last India before Manushi to win the contest in the year 2000. Wishes poured from all over the nation. Notably, PM Narendra Modi congratulated Manushi in his tweet.
Neha Dhupia, who herself won Femina Miss India Title (2002) mentored the contestants this time. Bollywood celebrities like AnupamKher, Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Sushmita Sen, Dia Mirza along with Neha Dhupia wished Manushi on becoming Miss World 2017.
In the final round of the beauty pageant contest, Manushi was asked ‘Which profession should be paid the highest salary’. Her answer, ‘I think a mother deserves the highest respect and when you talk about salary, it’s not always about cash. But I feel it’s the love and respect that you give to someone,’ was welcomed with a grand applause and got her the Miss Word 2017 Beauty Pageant award.
20,000 Sexual Assault cases registered against the US Armed Forces
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After the Hollywood Celebrities, it looks like the US Army is investigating on charges over ‘Sexual Harassment’ within its armed forces. The Pentagon has released a report stating a total of 20,348 cases pertaining to sexual assault have been registered at various US Defence installations around the globe. The reporting’s
The report has been provided by the Department of Defence’s SAPRO – Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office on Friday. According to the report, the US Army had the highest number of cases against them. A record of 8284 cases was filed against the US Army. The number of cases against Marine Corps was 3400, against the Air Force were 3876 and against the Navy were 4788.
The Pentagon observed the steep increase in people experiencing sexual assaults from 25% to 32% in 2013-2015 and 2016 years respectively.
The San Antonio based reported the highest number of sexual assaults with 881. The US Army holds the most number of sexual assault cases than any other country currently serving in the Afghanistan areas.
From 2013, Pentagon allowed the victims to seek legal help without reporting the sexual assault incident to the police and their command.
Pakistan Defence Ministry posts morphed Indian Girl Picture | Twitter suspends the account
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After the Pakistan Defence Ministry posted a ‘morphed’ Indian Girl picture on its official Twitter account, Twitter suspended the Pak Govt. official Defence Ministry account on receiving complaints.
The post from ‘defencepk’ Twitter ID had the picture of a girl. The girl stood holding a placard with ‘I am an Indian but I hate India because India is a colonial entity that has occupied nations such as Nagas, Kashmiris, Manipuris, Hyderabad, Junagarh, Sikkim, Mizoram, Goa.’
The Indian netizens on Twitter were quick to notice the doctored photo and posted the real picture. The real photo read ‘I am a citizen of India and I stand with secular values of our constitution. I will write against communal mob lynching of Muslims in our country. #Citizens Against Mob Lynching’
The twitter user Nalia Inayat discovered the fake post by the Pakistan’s Defence Ministry. She further went on to say, ‘Other than running malicious campaigns against several Pakistani journalists/activists, @defencepk was also morphing photos to further its propaganda.’
The girl in the photo was identified as Kawalpreet Kaur, a student of the Delhi University. She took the pic with the placard while standing in front of Jama Masjid.
490 Runs of 151 Balls (57 Sixes and 27 Fours) in a One-Day Match
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The South African batsman, 20-year-old, Shane Dadswell who plays for NWU Pukke Cricket Club has scored 490 runs in just 151 balls. His innings saw 57 sixes and 27 fours. In the 50-over one-day match between NWU Pukke and Potch Drop 1st, the batsman registered this amazing feat.
Interestingly, it was his birthday too. His team, NWU Pukke finished at 677/3 in 50 overs. His 3rd-wicket partner Ruan Haasbroek also scored 104 runs from just 52 balls with 6 sixes and 12 fours. Shane Dadswell registered a strike rate of 325 runs per 100 balls.
He came into the crease as the opener and established 194, 204 and 220 run partnerships for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd wicket respectively. His innings meant that 4 bowlers of the opposition team leaked over 100 runs, while 2 bowlers leaked over 90 runs.
In response, the Potch Drop 1st team managed to only score 290/9 in their 50 overs. The NWU Pukke team won the match by a margin of 387 runs.
Interestingly, Brain Lara’s 500 still remains the highest score in any form cricket.
He earned 200 Crores black money in 5 years | ACB and Media personnel were threatened by Dogs
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The land scam in Vishakhapatnam has become a state-wide topic. Thousands of crores worth lands have been illegally transferred to the officers’ near and dear. The ACB has arrested Gedhela Lakshman Rao, Assistant Director of Land Survey Inspection, Vijayanagaram.
The ACB officials told the corrupted officer amassed properties worth 200 crores during the last 4 years. ‘He has been suspended four times in the past on the counts of corruption and bribery. Even now he is ‘Suspension.’ The market value of his properties is around 200 crores, while according to the documents it is 7.30 crores.’
The officer locked himself up in the penthouse on a tip of that ACB officials were about to raid his house. The ACB officials took the help of the local police to break the penthouse lock and arrest the corrupted officer. Lakshman Rao is one among of the important people in the Vizag Land scam.
When the ACB tried to take him into custody, his family members threatened them with dogs. Lakshman Rao has been suspended 4 times in his service of 35 years. He was suspended 3 times on the charges of ‘corruption’ and ‘disproportionate’ assets.
Women fined Rs. 13.5 Lakhs in ragging incident in a Medical College
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54 Women from 1s semester an 3rd semester were fined Rs. 13.5 lakhs for ragging a girl. The incident came to light after the MCI – Medical Council of India has instructed the officials of DMCH – Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital, to take action against the students who were involved in the ragging.
An official of the DMCH said, ‘the ARC (Anti Ragging Committee) faced difficulty after none of the first semester students came forward to reveal that they were ragged by senior women. We quizzed the students to find the details and the names of those involved from the 3rd semester. All all the 27 students of the 1st semester and 27 students from the 3rd semester were fined as per the DMCH Anti-ragging rules. The students failed to report the incident and also tried to cover-up the whole thing.’
Further speaking to a media person, ‘We received an email from the MCI. And we have to act according to it. A fine of Rs. 25000 has been imposed on each student. Total of 54 students has been fined after we found out their involvement in the ragging incident.’
Reliance Industry warns Rahul Gandhi and Congress Party
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After the Congress Vice-President, Rahul Gandhi posed three question pertaining to the purchase of 36 Rafael Fighter Aircrafts, he received a strong warning from the Reliance Defence Limited. The Defence Minister and Indian Air Force Chief also responded strongly to Rahul Gandhi’s comments.
Rahul Gandhi in his twitter post alleged that ‘Dear RM (Raksha Mantri, Nirmala Seetharaman), what’s shameful is your boss silencing you’. He put three questions to the Defence Minister.
Reveal the final price of each Rafael Jet
Did the Prime Minister, Modi take the permission of CCS (Cabinet Committee on Security) before announcing the purchase of Rafael Jets in Paris?
Finally, why did the PM choose AA rated businessman with no experience over HAL?
Nirmala Seetharaman responded stating, ‘the price of each Rafael Jet is undoubtedly and absolutely lower than what was negotiated under the UPA Regime. Modi did take the clearance from the CCS with the active participation of Manohar Parrikar, then Defence Minister.
Indian Air Force Chief, BS Dhanoa denied that the Rafael Jets were overpriced. He further made critical comments. ‘The technology may not go to the HAL. But it is going to the DRDO – Defence Research and Development Organization and the people of the nation.’
Even the RDL – Reliance Defence Limited threatened to take legal action against individuals and the party if they try to defame the company by passing defamatory allegation.
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The recent IT raids on Sasikala and Co. were expected. But the latest raids on Sasikala are revealing some shocking facts about the ‘Chinnamma’ and her aides. From close sources, it is learnt that Sasikala is controlling property and possessions worth 30,000 Crores. If the raids are to be continued, and further investigation is carried into her disproportionate assets, it is likely that a mammoth of 50,000 crores might be discovered in this operation. One shouldn’t blame Sasikala for all of that money. Though people accept it or not, even the Late CM Jayalalithaa too might be having a major part of the speculated assets.
If the government officers are able to accumulate 350 – 500 crores as black money, it wouldn’t be surprising to see if Chief Ministers managed to accumulate in tens of thousands of crores black money.
From the outset, many people believe that IT raids on Sasikala are nothing but for ‘political gains’. If Modi wants the nation to believe that these IT raids are genuine, then those 10,000 families should also be targeted. A report stated that more than 10,000 families of various political leaders are attached to black money. In a world, were industrialists with debts in thousands of crores flee the nation with ease, it would be a superhuman task for Modi to curb the corrupted.
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RBL has set up an all-women branch today in Chennai. This bank happens to be a private sector bank. The branch of R. A. Puram in Chennai would be managed by eight women. This branch would be offering all products and services across liability and assets, announced the bank.
RBL Bank, Branch and Business Banking, Head –Geography, Surinder Chawla said, “It is a matter of immense pride for all of us to launch our first all women branch in Chennai, he also adds, saying that “this is a full-service branch offering a range of products and services”. He further states that it a testament to the bank’s remarkable effort in encouraging gender equality.
RBL Bank presently serving 3.54 million customers across the country. It has over 246 branches and 389 ATM services in India.
We all know, that RBL is a scheduled commercial bank, whose headquarters are in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It is founded in August 1943 and is one of the oldest private sector banks in India. It is a full-service bank and extends its services to small and medium enterprises, agricultural customers, retail customers, large corporations, development banking and finance including low-income customers.
Vishwavir Ahuja, is the current managing director and CEO of RBL bank, is a veteran in the banking industry with more than 35 years of experience.
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At least three people are dead after a helicopter and an aircraft collided in mid-air on Friday in Buckinghamshire, UK. There was wreckage seen near Waddesdon Manor from both the aircraft.
It is understood that both the aircraft had come from the airfield near High Wycombe, a Wycombe Air Park Spokesperson reported. Meanwhile, the South Central Ambulance Service said, they have sent a number of resources to the scene, which includes, two ambulance crews, Thames Valley air ambulance, two ambulance officers and a rapid response vehicle.
Before the Waddesdon plane crash, it seemed like the air traffic control was closed due to staff shortages, stated a local newspaper.
The fire brigade was arranged for the rescue work, and at least thirty fire servicemen were on the ground with the police, ambulance, and the Air Accidents Investigation Branch.
Reports coming in say the helicopter is a part of the fleet which belongs to Heli Air and was carrying two people. They also confirm that both the aircrafts had no connection with either the air force or the military and they are still waiting for more information from the base where the collision happened. RAF Halton, which is one of the largest Royal Air Force stations in the UK.
No official confirmation, yet on the death toll, but the Thames Valley Police suspects many casualties.
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More than 73.2 crores of Indians still excrete in unsafe or open areas and sometimes use most unhygienic toilets, post the Swachh Bharat launch. It is been three years since the clean India mission came into life.
According to the State of the World’s Toilets 2017’ which is reported by WaterAid, that works on issues relating to sanitation and water, expressed more concern in regard to the situation faced by women. The report says, more than 35.5 crore women and girls are still waiting for a toilet, if they were all to stand in a queue, it would stretch around the earth more than four times.
In the ‘Basic Sanitation Drive’ globally, India is one among the top 10 countries. But still, more than half the population (56%) are still deprived of toilets and basic sanitation according to the latest report.
On 2 October 2014, Swachh Bharat was launched. More than 5.2 crores household’s toilets were built between October 2014 and November 2017.
According to World Health Organization (WHO), two in five health centers lack basic sanitation thus putting patients and health workers at high risk of infection. India is a big country and it is a huge challenge to reach 1.28 billion people with basic services. But hopefully, we get to see our country free of open defecation by 2019 according to claims made by Indian Government.
Chandrababu Naidu meets Bill Gates on the eve of the ‘Global Agri-Tech Conference’. The tech giant has been invited to take part in the ‘Global Agri-Tech Conference’. During the conference, Chandrababu Naidu and Bill Gates had an in-length conversation about the major concerns in the field of Agriculture and how the lives of farmers can be improved. Both the leaders agreed to cooperate on various fronts. Post the final conclusion of the conference, Chandrababu Naidu and Bill Gates have left to Lucknow to participate in a private meeting with Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh. Following are the key highlights of the conversation between Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, Chandrababu Naidu and Microsoft Co-Founder, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Founder, Bill Gates.
The discussion picked up momentum after Chandrababu expressed the concerns on the critical state of agriculture in the state and the nation.
Chandrababu Naidu meets Bill Gates
Chandrababu Naidu meets Bill Gates at the Airport
• Following are the major reasons:
o Less Yield
o Frequent floods
o Drought
o Lack of adequate prices for Agricultural products
Bill Gates questioned Chandrababu over the usage of fertilizers in Andhra Pradesh. Chandrababu states that ‘Our agriculture is greatly dependent on the usage of fertilizer. We are working on ways to reduce the dependency on fertilizers as much as possible. The state saw 15% dip in the usage of fertilizers. The Geological survey department is carrying our wide-spread soil tests so that we can assist the farmer about which crop is more suitable to the soil, climate, and environment of that place. We consider this summit as a ‘first step’ in the developing of Agriculture Industry in Andhra Pradesh and India.’
Both the eminent personalities have agreed upon to worth in tandem for the development of agriculture and farmers. This means that the Andhra Pradesh State Government will be working with the Melinda-Gates Foundation on various fronts.
Chandrababu reminding the ‘ignored’ issues…
Chandrababu further expressed his deep concern over many ‘ignored’ aspects of agricultural industry and the farmers. The AP CM said, ‘everyone is talking about Food Security. But the time has come to talk about the ‘security of the farmer’. We are working towards the ‘immediate disbursal’ of agricultural loans for the farmers. We are striving to create and develop policies that would help the Farmer to establish himself as an important entity in this society. The farmers have been long ignored and were limited to the villages. Things have to change, and we will change them very soon.’
CM Chandrababu further added that ‘The latest technology should reach the farmers. They need to be well-equipped with the technology which will aid them in improving their yield, and be more efficient and productive. Our ultimate aim should be to ‘increase the revenue of each and every farmer in this state and country’.
Bill Gates impressed…
After knowing the latest developments and reforms in the agricultural sector, Bill Gates was highly impressed. Bill Gates has shown immense interest in learning about the transformation of the agricultural industry in the state. Briefing more about the reforms, Chandrababu said:
• Agriculture is key to national food, and nutrients are key towards good health. This is the template which we are implementing in this sector.
• In Andhra Pradesh, a large number of ‘Woman Empowering’ groups work together in carrying out various agricultural methods and practices
• Various ‘Farmers Producers Organizations’ have been established in the state to aid the farmers right from sowing the seed to the production of yield.
Chandrababu takes a dig at the Congress….
‘The state’s agricultural has seen crisis during the last government rule. Various indexes that denoted the progress of Agriculture in the state have seen a tremendous dip. We are currently in the rebuilding stage and are sure that a jump in the indexes will be seen in the coming few years. After our government came to the power, the electricity has moved from Deficit to Surplus,’ said the CM.
Explaining to Bill Gates, ‘we are currently planning to introduce 2nd Generation Electron Reforms in the Electricity and Distribution department. We humbly request you to lead the specific proposals on Agriculture and Rural Innovation in the State.’
Delighted Gates appreciates Chandrababu….
On hearing the description of various reforms and future innovative programs, Gates expressed happiness with Chandrababu. Bill Gates further said, ‘I am really curious about your proposal. I will work out my calendar and schedule to evaluate how much I need to dedicate to your proposal. The ‘Global Agri-Tech Conference’ should be held in Andhra Pradesh annually. The Andhra Pradesh State government should ensure that this conference holds the key to the development of Agricultural Industry in the state, India and the world.’
Final words and research proposal from Bill Gates…
Chandrababu states that ‘We take Happiness as the index for any program that we undertake. Based on the ‘Positive Feedback (from the people) Index’, the targets are determined accordingly. We are also conducting ‘Happy Sundays’ to improve the Happiness Index and consider that ‘Happiness’ of the people is the most important thing for the government.
Later Bill Gates stated that ‘The Gates Foundation will work in tandem with the Andhra Pradesh State Government. We believe that the Gates Foundation should extend its cooperation and support to the AP Government in the fields of Agriculture, Health, Nutritional Assessment, and Sanitation. We are currently working on ‘hybrid’ Toilets. We have realized that treating of human excreta is a major concern. Hence, the ‘Hybrid’ toilets are being developed to ensure that the human wastes are broken and treated by a special mechanism within the toilet itself. In the coming five years, we hope that we will achieve a major breakthrough.’
Sasikala spoke to each of her relatives privately while she was in jail. During that conversation, it is learned that she has advised them to stay united and not to quarrel while distributing the assets.
In the ‘Basic Sanitation Drive’ globally, India is one among the top 10 countries. But still, more than half the population (56%) are still deprived of toilets and basic sanitation according to the latest report.
