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In a public address at Narasaraopeta, MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu announced a major set of initiatives aimed at uplifting marginalised communities across the constituency. He committed to establishing multi-purpose community centres in several under-served mandals, offering skills training, digital literacy and health-screening services. The MP emphasised special focus on Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes and minority communities, ensuring they receive priority in the new measures. He also assured that funds from the Member of Parliament Local Area Development (MPLAD) scheme will be streamlined for local infrastructure such as community halls, girls’ hostels and sanitation blocks. As part of this promise, he announced a “Youth Empowerment & Inclusion Fund” targeting rural youth entrepreneurship, with the first wave of support to be rolled out within the next six months. Local leaders welcomed the announcement, noting that many of the plans align with long-pending demands of the region. Key Points / Highlights: Multi-purpose community centres to be set up in under-served mandals of Narasaraopeta constituency. Skills training, digital-literacy & health-screening services targeted. Priority for SC/ST/OBC & minority communities in the uplift scheme. MPLAD funds to be used for community infrastructure: halls, hostels, sanitation. “Youth Empowerment & Inclusion Fund” for rural youth entrepreneurship. First round of programme roll-out promised within six months.

In a significant political shift in the Palnadu region, Chadalavada Aravinda Babu secured victory in the Narasaraopeta Assembly Constituency, representing the Telugu Desam Party (TDP). He defeated the incumbent YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leader and two-time MLA Gopireddy Srinivasa Reddy by a margin of 19,705 votes.  His win marks a change in local representation and reflects voter sentiment shifting in favour of TDP in the area. Political observers note that local factors — including candidate profile, party strategy and public mood — played a strong role in this outcome. The win is expected to influence development priorities in the constituency, with increased attention expected on infrastructure, welfare schemes and regional concerns. For residents of Narasaraopeta, this change may bring new focus on delivering on campaign promises and raising accountability of the MLA’s office. Key Points / Highlights: Chadalavada Aravinda Babu (TDP) won the Narasaraopeta Assembly seat. Won by a margin of 19,705 votes, defeating Gopireddy Srinivasa Reddy (YSRCP). Reflects a shift from YSRCP to TDP in the region. Victory likely to steer development and governance focus in Narasaraopeta constituency. Signals changing voter dynamics in Palnadu district. The MLA will be under public and media scrutiny to fulfil campaign commitments.

Technology & IT Hub DevelopmentHe led the transformation of Hyderabad (during united Andhra Pradesh) into a major IT and services hub, establishing infrastructure like HITEC City and Genome Valley. This shows ability to attract investment and build new sectors. Ease of Doing Business & Governance ReformUnder his leadership, Andhra Pradesh achieved high rankings for “Ease of Doing Business” and pushed for e-governance initiatives (such as the Real Time Governance Society) for monitoring and improving delivery. Good for emphasizing competent governance. Large-Scale Welfare & Social Programmes Introduced the “Velugu” programme for poverty reduction and self-help groups. The “Anna Canteen” scheme to provide subsidised meals to the poor. Launched the “Deepam” scheme (LPG gas connections) for women. These show social-welfare leadership. Major Infrastructure & Agriculture/Water Projects The Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project linked the Godavari to the Krishna river — a big irrigation boost.  More recently, major investment deals and projects announced (e.g., renewable energy, defence corridor, innovation hubs) under his current tenure.These tie into both rural and urban development. Recognition & AwardsChandrababu Naidu (and his government) have received many awards and global recognition for governance and economic transformation.