Key Announcement on Women's Reservation
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced on Friday that his government would work towards implementing 33% reservation for women in all legislative bodies. The announcement came during a public meeting titled 'Two Years of Trust, Development and Welfare' at Daminedu village in Chandragiri constituency, Tirupati district, marking the completion of two years of the TDP-Jana Sena-BJP coalition government.
Government's Performance and Achievements
Naidu highlighted that the administration had earned the confidence of the people and was committed to preserving that trust through good governance. He recalled that when the coalition assumed office two years ago, the state was facing a severe crisis across sectors. The previous government had left Andhra Pradesh burdened with debts of nearly ₹10 lakh crore, weakened institutions, disrupted Centrally-sponsored schemes, abandoned irrigation projects, driven away investors, and undermined opportunities for youth.
"In the last two years, the government had restored law and order and revived systems that had been weakened during the previous administration. Andhra Pradesh lost five crucial years between 2019 and 2024. We are taking steady steps to correct the damage and rebuild the state," Naidu said.
Welfare Schemes and Development Initiatives
The chief minister asserted that the coalition government was fulfilling its election promises, including the implementation of the 'Super Six' welfare schemes and other manifesto commitments. He said Andhra Pradesh had regained investor confidence through industry-friendly policies and faster clearances under the 'Speed of Doing Business' initiative. Naidu also outlined various welfare and development initiatives undertaken over the past two years with the support of Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan.
"We have provided oxygen to a state that was on a ventilator. We must all work together to place Andhra Pradesh among the leading states in the country," Naidu said.
Call for People-Centric Governance
Calling upon elected representatives to remain people-centric, Naidu said public representatives should behave as servants of the people rather than as power centres. "People come first for this government. The nation and the State are the coalition's agenda. Every MLA must remember that they are here to serve," he said.
Support from Central Government
Naidu congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 12 years in office and credited the Union government for extending substantial support to Andhra Pradesh in areas such as the Polavaram project, Amaravati capital development, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, and the proposed Railway Zone.
Pawan Kalyan's Remarks
Addressing the gathering, Pawan Kalyan said the people of Andhra Pradesh had demonstrated that they were capable of rewriting history through their democratic verdict. "The 2024 mandate was not merely about forming a government. It was about entrusting us with a responsibility. This was a victory of democracy over arrogance and destruction," he said. Kalyan added that the coalition was formed not to share power but to share responsibility for rebuilding Andhra.
FAQ
What did Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu announce regarding women's reservation?
He announced that his government will work towards implementing 33% reservation for women in all legislative bodies.
When did the coalition government complete two years in office?
The TDP-Jana Sena-BJP coalition government completed two years in office in June 2026.
What are the 'Super Six' welfare schemes mentioned by Naidu?
The 'Super Six' are a set of welfare schemes promised by the coalition government, including various benefits for different sections of society.
Source: www.hindustantimes.com