Minister urges officials to achieve ‘Swarna Kadapa 2047’ goals
The Minister also mentioned the substantial allocation of funds to the municipalities, Water Resources and the Tourism departments
Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy addressed the citizens of Kadapa during his Independence Day speech on August 15, 2026, highlighting the district's ambitious target of 'Swarna Kadapa 2047'. Echoing the broader 'Swarna Andhra 2047' vision, the Minister emphasized the importance of the district officials in achieving this goal with great enthusiasm and dedication.
He underscored the significant funding allocations made to various departments, including municipalities, Water Resources, and Tourism, aimed at enhancing citizens' living standards and boosting the district's revenue. Reddy revealed the target of ₹13.26 lakh crore for the district by 2047, contingent on achieving a 15% growth rate in industrial, agricultural, and services sectors.
The 'Smart Kitchen', a flagship project of the district, was presented as a potential model for the nation. The Minister, accompanied by District Collector Sreedhar Cherukuri, Superintendent of Police Nachiket Vishwanath Shelke, and Joint Collector Nidhi Meena, toured the exhibition, distributing ₹945 crore in cheques to deserving beneficiaries.
Awards and merit certificates were also handed out to officers, employees, and social organisations for their outstanding achievements. The 'Smart Kitchen' tableau from the Zilla Parishad emerged victorious with the first prize, followed by contributions from Medical and Health, DRDA, and Kadapa Municipal Corporation. The top three positions in the police category were secured by the NCC, scouts and guides, and the Armed Reserve, with the CLUES Team dogs showcasing their abilities in impressive demonstrations.
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