Kamareddy, July 15: In-charge Minister Dansari Anasuya (Seethakka) and Government Advisor Mohammed Ali Shabbir conducted a detailed review meeting with officials at the Kamareddy District Collectorate on Tuesday, focusing on the progress of various government-led development initiatives.
The review covered key sectors such as medical and health services, Indiramma housing, land records (Bhu Bharati), drinking and irrigation water supply, agriculture, fertilisers and seeds, women and child welfare, sanitation, greenery promotion under Vana Mahotsavam, and other public welfare schemes.
Addressing the officials, Shabbir Ali stressed the urgent need for proactive measures to prevent seasonal diseases like dengue and other viral infections during the ongoing monsoon season. He instructed medical and municipal departments to clean and purify all drinking water tanks regularly and ensure that drainage systems are cleared without delay. To contain mosquito breeding, he directed that fumigation and mosquito-control operations be conducted across vulnerable areas.
He added that health camps should be immediately set up wherever outbreaks are reported and that officials must offer proper guidance and awareness to the public. Highlighting the risks posed by monsoon-related diseases, he warned that negligence in these matters could lead to serious consequences.
Minister Seethakka took strong exception to delays in developmental works despite the release of funds over six months ago. She expressed displeasure at the slow pace and warned officials that negligence would not be tolerated under any circumstances. She directed that all projects must be completed within their scheduled timelines, and said strict disciplinary action would be taken against any department found responsible for delays.
She specifically called for expedited completion of works related to the supply of safe drinking water, including Godavari water projects, AMRUT-1 and AMRUT-2 schemes, sanitation, road and drainage systems, and central lighting. She also reviewed progress under the Indiramma housing scheme and instructed officials to ensure the transparent and uninterrupted supply of free sand to beneficiaries, without scope for irregularities or inconvenience.
The minister also announced that the construction of new Anganwadi buildings would begin soon. She reiterated that the Congress government was committed to strengthening women and child welfare, and said increased focus would be given to schemes in this sector.
On the agriculture front, she assured that the government was taking every step to avoid shortages of seeds and fertilisers. Timely supply would be ensured so that farmers face no disruption in cultivation during the season.
Environmental sustainability was also emphasised during the meeting. Seethakka directed officials to actively participate in Vana Mahotsavam activities and take up large-scale plantation and greening programmes as part of the government’s commitment to improving rural and urban ecosystems.
The minister further sought detailed reports on all approved projects, including tender status, fund utilisation, and reasons for delays. She directed officials to immediately clear any pending bills and ensure that no work is held up due to administrative hurdles. She said that the officials must take personal responsibility for progress in their departments, and that any further delays or lapses would invite serious action.
Zaheerabad MP Suresh Shetkar, MLAs Pocharam Srinivas Reddy, Madan Mohan Rao and Lakshmi Kantha Rao, Women and Child Welfare Secretary Anita Ramachandran, Panchayat Raj ENC Kanaka Ratnam, District Collector, Superintendent of Police, and other senior officials from relevant departments participated in the meeting.
Vana Mahotsavam launched at Kamareddy girls’ minority school; Seethakka and Shabbir Ali lead plantation drive
Telangana Minority Residential School (Girls) in Kamareddy town hosted the district-level Vana Mahotsavam celebrations on Tuesday, Minister Seethakka, Government Advisor Shabbir Ali, and Zaheerabad MP Suresh Shetkar attending as chief guests.
As part of the programme, the dignitaries planted saplings on the school premises and formally inaugurated the plantation drive.
Speaking on the occasion, the leaders said the Vana Mahotsavam is being carried out as a prestigious green initiative by the state government with the vision of making Telangana lush and environmentally balanced. They stated that the Congress government is committed to protecting nature and has taken up this year’s drive more extensively than before, with the aim of restoring ecological balance through mass plantation.
The event saw participation from Kamareddy District Collector Ashish Sangwan, SP Rajesh Chandra, District Forest Officer Nikita, Banswada Sub-Collector Kiranmayi, and several Congress leaders, party workers, and local officials. (eom)