VIJAYAWADA, May 12: Andhra Pradesh BJP State president PVN Madhav on Monday extended warm birthday greetings to Telugu Desam Party State president and Gajuwaka MLA Palla Srinivasa Rao, commending his unwavering commitment to public welfare and effective leadership.

In a message conveying his wishes, Mr. Madhav praised Mr. Srinivasa Rao for his dedicated service to the people and his ability to lead with purpose and vision. He noted that Mr. Srinivasa Rao had distinguished himself in public life by remaining closely connected with the people, serving as a source of inspiration to party workers and grassroots functionaries alike.

Mr. Madhav expressed his hope that Mr. Srinivasa Rao would go on to achieve greater milestones in public service, and offered prayers for his good health, happiness, and long life.

The BJP State president also conveyed his wish that Mr. Srinivasa Rao play an increasingly pivotal role in the development of Andhra Pradesh and in addressing the problems faced by the people of the State.

The birthday greetings from the BJP chief are being seen as a reflection of the cordial ties between the two NDA alliance partners in the State.

VIJAYAWADA, May 12: BJP State spokesperson Sadineni Yamini Sharma on Monday issued a sharp warning to the YSR Congress Party, cautioning that remarks crossing the line of decency against Prime Minister Narendra Modi would not be tolerated under any circumstances.

Reacting strongly to comments made by YSRCP leader Perni Nani, Ms. Sharma demanded an immediate and unconditional retraction, urging the opposition leader to exercise restraint in his public utterances.

"A party whose leadership spent years governing from behind curtains and staged elaborate sets in place of functional secretariats has no moral authority to level criticism against the Prime Minister," she said, describing such attacks as both ironic and laughable.

Ms. Sharma contended that Mr. Modi had dedicated the past eleven years to tireless public service without drawing upon government funds for personal expenditure, and that YSRCP, with its record in office, was in no position to question his integrity.

Turning her attack on the previous YSRCP dispensation in Andhra Pradesh, she alleged that its leadership had routinely deployed dedicated helicopters even for distances of a kilometre, squandering public money, while simultaneously constructing palatial residences worth hundreds of crores in multiple cities. "Those who built palaces with public money ought to answer for their own conduct before speaking of public service," she said.

The BJP spokesperson further alleged that during the YSRCP government's tenure, citizens were subjected to prolonged hardships, hundreds of trees were felled, and State funds were diverted to paint party offices — transgressions that, she asserted, the people of Andhra Pradesh had not forgotten.

Concluding her remarks, Ms. Sharma said the Prime Minister's life stood as a testament to selfless service, and that it was this quality which had endeared him to the people of the country. She cautioned that YSRCP leaders were making reckless statements without even a basic understanding of the security protocols surrounding the office of the Prime Minister.

AMARAVATI, May 12:The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday strongly condemned former minister and YSRCP leader Perni Nani for making what it described as derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the party's Andhra Pradesh state chief spokesperson Valluru Jayaprakash Narayana demanding an unconditional public apology.

Addressing the media , Jayaprakash Narayana said it was deeply unfortunate that the YSRCP leadership had chosen to respond to the Prime Minister's counsel on financial discipline, savings, and responsible living with personal attacks. "The Prime Minister's advice to citizens on building economic security for the future reflects a national leader's sense of responsibility. Reducing such guidance to political ridicule is both unwarranted and unbecoming," he said.

The BJP spokesperson cited India's rise as the world's fifth largest economy under Modi's leadership, pointing to the digital revolution, transparent governance, infrastructural growth, and enhanced global economic credibility as evidence of the government's track record. "These are not claims — these are realities that every Indian citizen is witnessing firsthand," he added.

Turning his attention to the YSRCP, Jayaprakash Narayana said the party had a consistent pattern of viewing every issue through a narrow political lens. "Perni Nani's remarks reflect political bankruptcy, not responsible engagement with public concerns. This is the hallmark of a party driven by frustration and irrelevance," he said.

The BJP leader made it clear that making disparaging remarks against the office of the Prime Minister was contrary to the norms of democratic culture and called upon Perni Nani to immediately withdraw his comments and exercise greater restraint. He warned that should the apology not be forthcoming, BJP cadres would stage protests outside Perni Nani's residence.

Jayaprakash Narayana also reminded voters that the people of Andhra Pradesh had already delivered a decisive democratic verdict against the YSRCP's "anarchic, destructive and corrupt politics," which he said had caused lasting damage to the state. "The people have spoken clearly. They rejected a political culture that set back Andhra Pradesh's development," he observed.

Concluding his remarks, the BJP spokesperson said that what ultimately matters is not who offers an idea, but how much it benefits the nation. "The politics of cynical criticism has run its course. People today are rallying behind leadership that offers vision, development and national purpose," he said.

AMARAVATI, May 10: Andhra Pradesh has secured second place nationally in two prestigious Union government awards recognising excellence in rural development, BJP State President PVN Madhav announced on Sunday, describing the achievement as a matter of pride for every resident of the State.

The awards — the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Panchayat Satatva Vikas Puraskar–2025 and the Nanaji Deshmukh Sarvottam Panchayat Satatva Puraskar–2025 — are conferred by the Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj to honour outstanding contributions to sustainable village development, sanitation, and the realisation of Gram Swaraj ideals.

Mr. Madhav attributed the recognition to the sustained efforts of the NDA alliance government in the State, saying it vindicated the administration's commitment to strengthening the Panchayati Raj system at the grassroots level. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for charting a new course in rural development across the country.

The BJP State president extended his congratulations to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for his visionary stewardship of the State's development agenda, and to Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan for his effective management of the Panchayati Raj portfolio.

Special felicitations were conveyed to the sarpanches, elected representatives, administrative officials, and residents of the four gram panchayats that earned the awards — Shringavaram, Bokkasampalem, Chemullappalli, and Gundamala. Mr. Madhav expressed hope that the State would continue to advance further in achieving the goals of rural development, sanitation, and sustainable growth.

"This national recognition is a testament to what the NDA government has been able to accomplish in a short span of time by keeping villages and their people at the centre of governance," he said.

SRIKAKULAM, May 6: BJP Andhra Pradesh State President PVN Madhav said on Tuesday that the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Maha Abhiyan — 2026, the party's state-wide training initiative, was aimed at transforming every worker from the polling booth level upwards into a capable and committed leader.

Madhav was speaking as the chief guest at a district-level training workshop held in Srikakulam as part of the campaign, which is being conducted across Andhra Pradesh. Addressing party leaders and workers, he elaborated on the party's founding principles, the philosophy of cultural nationalism, and the Antyodaya doctrine — the ideological commitment to the welfare of the last person in society.

"Workers are the primary strength of the party," he said. "Every worker must deeply understand the party's ideology and carry it to the people. Discipline, a spirit of service, and commitment are essential for the party's expansion from the village level to the national level."

Deendayal Upadhyaya's philosophy as guiding framework

Madhav invoked the teachings of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, observing that his vision of Antyodaya — upliftment of the weakest sections of society — remained the guiding framework for the party's work. He called upon workers to remain attentive to the problems faced by ordinary citizens and to stay committed to resolving them.

The training programme, he explained, was designed not merely to impart organisational skills but to cultivate leadership qualities among workers and build their capacity to face future challenges effectively.

Structured training across the state

The Prashikshan Maha Abhiyan has been structured to cover workers at multiple levels of the party hierarchy, with workshops being conducted district by district across the state. The Srikakulam session was attended by district party leaders, training coordinators, and a large number of workers who participated in sessions covering both ideological and organisational themes.

The campaign reflects the BJP's broader effort to consolidate its organisational base in Andhra Pradesh by investing in the capacity of its ground-level workforce ahead of future electoral contests.

VIJAYAWADA, May 6: BJP Andhra Pradesh State President PVN Madhav on Tuesday directed party functionaries and officials to respond promptly to public grievances received through the Jana Varadhi programme and ensure their resolution without delay.

Madhav was addressing a review meeting of the Jana Varadhi initiative held at the BJP State Party Office in Vijayawada, where he participated as the chief guest. The meeting brought together party leaders, Jana Varadhi coordinators, and district representatives from across the state to assess the progress of the grievance redressal programme.

Speaking on the occasion, Madhav said that Jana Varadhi had emerged as a direct channel through which citizens could bring their problems to the party's attention. He emphasised that every petition received through the programme must be duly registered and treated as a priority, with resolution to be pursued through coordinated engagement with the relevant government departments.

"There should be no delay in addressing the grievances of the people," he said. "Officials and party representatives must work in coordination and ensure that each complaint is resolved within a defined timeframe."

Jana Varadhi as a platform for governance outreach

Madhav further observed that Jana Varadhi served a dual purpose — not only as a mechanism for grievance redressal, but also as a platform for creating awareness among citizens about government schemes and welfare programmes. He called upon party workers to use the initiative to identify local problems proactively and resolve them before they escalated.

The meeting witnessed extensive discussion on a range of petitions received through Jana Varadhi, following which an action plan was drawn up for their systematic resolution. District-wise reports were presented by Jana Varadhi coordinators, detailing the nature and volume of grievances received from their respective regions.

Wide representation at the review

The meeting was attended by senior state party leaders, heads of various party wings, and district-level representatives, reflecting the organisational importance the BJP has accorded to the Jana Varadhi programme as an instrument of public connect ahead of the coming political season.

Officials were directed to maintain a structured follow-up mechanism to ensure that petitions did not remain pending beyond the stipulated period, and that citizens received timely communication regarding the status of their complaints.

AMARAVATI, May 5: BJP Andhra Pradesh State president P.V.N. Madhav on Monday welcomed the Central Government's decision to establish a new railway zone — the South Coast Railway — describing it as a historic administrative reform that would significantly benefit the State.

Notified through an official gazette under the Railways Act, 1989, the new zone is set to come into effect from June 1, 2026. The decision to locate its headquarters in Visakhapatnam, Mr. Madhav said, accorded special prominence to Andhra Pradesh and laid the groundwork for the port city to emerge as a major railway hub.

Restructured from existing zones

The South Coast Railway will be carved out of select divisions of the existing East Coast Railway and South Central Railway zones. The Guntakal, Guntur, and Vijayawada divisions, presently under South Central Railway, will be merged into the new zone. Simultaneously, the Waltair Division under East Coast Railway will be bifurcated — one portion rechristened as the Visakhapatnam Division and absorbed into the South Coast Railway, while the remaining portion will continue under East Coast Railway as the newly designated Rayagada Division.

Mr. Madhav noted that the Rayagada Division would cover routes including Koraput–Singapore Road, Kottavalasa–Kirandul, Kuneru–Theruvali, and Gunupur–Paralakhemundi. The Visakhapatnam Division, on the other hand, would extend from Ichhapuram to Duvvada, along with associated branch lines, substantially expanding rail connectivity in the region.

Operational clarity and coordination

The transfer of the Palasa–Ichhapuram section, currently under the Khurda Road Division, to the Visakhapatnam Division was also cited as a step that would improve operational coordination. The realignment of boundaries among the Guntakal, Guntur, Vijayawada, and Secunderabad divisions would, he added, bring greater administrative clarity to railway operations across the region.

Mr. Madhav expressed confidence that the reorganisation would enhance the efficiency, speed, and quality of rail services, and open up new avenues of development for Andhra Pradesh.

Conveying his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for the decision, Mr. Madhav said it represented a significant milestone in fulfilling the aspirations of the people of the State.

Guntur: The Bharatiya Janata Party's "Mana Ooru - Mana Jenda" (Our Village - Our Flag) initiative got underway in Guntur, with party workers unveiling BJP flag poles across multiple divisions under the leadership of state spokesperson Valluru Jayaprakash Narayana and district president Cherukuri Tirupathi Rao.

The programme, launched under the direction of BJP state president PVN Madhav, aims to strengthen the party's organisational presence at the grassroots level — spanning every village, ward and booth — while simultaneously propagating nationalist ideology and publicising the Central government's welfare schemes among citizens.

Flag pole installation ceremonies were conducted near Krishna Nagar Park in the 33rd Division under the Western Assembly segment, and in the 12th Division under the 15th Mandal of the Eastern Assembly segment, led respectively by mandal presidents Pesala Venkatesha Yadav and Mallala Lakshman.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Valluru Jayaprakash Narayana said the BJP was not merely a political party but a national force committed to the service of the country. He underscored the party's resolve toward national security, development, transparent governance and corruption-free administration.

District president Mr. Cherukuri Tirupathi Rao observed that the Central government had taken historic decisions across sectors including poverty alleviation, farmers' empowerment, women's welfare and employment generation for youth. He said the "Mana Ooru - Mana Jenda" programme would play a pivotal role in communicating these achievements to the public.

He called upon every party worker to hoist the BJP flag with pride in their locality and carry the party's message to every household.

Among those present were district convener Bajrang Ramakrishna, Neralla Madhava Rao, district vice-president Sadu Ramakrishna, district secretary Kristipati Narayana Reddy, media panellist Taduvai Ramakrishna, Mahila Morcha state general secretary Naddi Nagamalleswari and several other party functionaries.

Amaravati, April 20: The Union Ministry of Rural Development has released ₹1,805 crore towards wage payments for VB-JI RAM JI  Employment Guarantee Scheme  workers in Andhra Pradesh for the financial year 2025-26, drawing appreciation from the State BJP unit.

Andhra Pradesh BJP State president P.V.N. Madhav welcomed the release of funds and extended his gratitude to the Union government for the timely disbursement. He said the State government would distribute the funds to the beneficiaries through the Panchayati Raj and Rural Development departments.

Mr. Madhav said the amounts would be credited directly to the bank accounts of the wage earners based on the upload of wage Fund Transfer Orders (FTOs), and assured that all workers who had completed their employment would receive their full wages in their accounts shortly.

Reiterating the BJP-led NDA coalition's commitment to the welfare of marginalised and weaker sections, Mr. Madhav said both the Union and State governments accorded the highest priority to social security and inclusive development. He expressed confidence that the coordinated efforts of the Central and State governments would lead to a sustained improvement in the living standards of rural workers in Andhra Pradesh.

Visakhapatnam, April 20: Andhra Pradesh BJP State president P.V.N. Madhav, accompanied by his family, visited the ancient hill shrine of Sri Sri Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy at Simhachalam on Monday to offer special prayers on the occasion of the temple's annual Chandanotsavam.

On his arrival at the temple, Madhav was accorded a formal welcome by the temple authorities, who made special arrangements for his darshan.

Performing the special prayers, Mr. Madhav sought the blessings of the presiding deity for the welfare, peace and prosperity of the people of Andhra Pradesh. He expressed the hope that the grace of Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy would always remain upon the people, and that every household in the State be blessed with happiness, good health and abundance.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Madhav described the Chandanotsavam as a festival that stands as a symbol of devotion and faith. He extended his greetings to the people of the State on the auspicious occasion of the Chandanotsavam of Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy.

A large number of BJP leaders, party workers and devotees were present on the occasion.

Amaravati, April 17: State Minister Satya Kumar Yadav on Friday strongly condemned the remarks made by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in Parliament during the debate on the Nari Shakti Vandan Bill, demanding that Gandhi immediately retract his statements and offer an unconditional apology to the people of the country.

Addressing a press conference at the BJP State office in Vijayawada, the Minister said it was deeply irresponsible of Gandhi to mock Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a time when Parliament was engaged in a crucial debate on women's empowerment. He described Gandhi's references to the Prime Minister as a "jadugar" and a "magician" as unworthy of a Leader of Opposition, and said his remarks undermining the country's military strength were wholly unacceptable.

Satya Kumar Yadav said Prime Minister Modi's leadership had been clearly visible in enhancing India's stature on the international stage and in driving national development. He asserted that the Central government's decisions on national security and military strength had made India significantly more powerful, pointing in particular to the firm stance adopted against Pakistan in bolstering the country's defence.

The Minister said Congress party's opposition to the Nari Shakti Vandan Bill had laid bare the party's true attitude towards women's empowerment. He added that the Central government's transparent and corruption-free governance continued to enjoy strong public support.

On the delimitation issue, Satya Kumar Yadav said the increase in parliamentary seats following the census was intended to ensure justice for southern States, with the possibility of up to a 50 per cent increase in seats for the south. He criticised the Congress for having fostered a sense of division between northern and southern States during its tenure in power.

The Minister said the BJP would welcome support from any party for decisions aimed at women's development and national progress.