CM Naidu Unveils Development Plans for Srisailam and Rayalaseema, Promising Prosperity and Empowerment

Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu visited Srisailam on Thursday, unveiling plans to develop the area into a major temple site. At a public forum in Sunnipenta, CM Naidu expressed optimism for Andhra Pradesh's future, declaring that "good days have come" for the state. He highlighted the completion of the Srisailam project by July, which will feature the introduction of a Jala Harati ceremony. Naidu paid tribute to the late Chief Minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, remembering his vision of making Rayalaseema green and ensuring that water from the Telugu Ganga project reaches the region before supplying Chennai.

Naidu emphasized his government's investment of Rs. 12,000 crores in Rayalaseema projects, in stark contrast to the Rs. 2,011 crores spent by former CM Jagan Mohan Reddy. He criticized the previous administration, stating that people lived in fear during Jagan's rule, and claimed that since the coalition government took office, citizens have experienced newfound freedom.

Looking ahead, Naidu promised the completion of the Nagarjuna Sagar and Pulichintala projects within days and outlined plans to redirect floodwaters to prevent them from flowing into the sea, thereby enhancing water availability in Rayalaseema. He argued that improving water resources would lead to wealth creation and increased government revenue, ultimately combating poverty in the region.

Further emphasizing youth empowerment, the Chief Minister announced initiatives to establish skill development centers aimed at enhancing the skills of the young workforce in Andhra Pradesh. Naidu's visit underscores his commitment to regional development and revitalization, focusing on key infrastructure projects and community growth initiatives.