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.

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.

AMARAVATI, May 10: BJP State President PVN Madhav on Sunday demanded immediate disciplinary action against a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) who allegedly assaulted the party's Kadapa district president during Hanuman Jayanti celebrations, calling on the Director General of Police (DGP) to take prompt action against the erring officer.

Mr. Madhav said the DSP should be suspended forthwith, and brought the matter to the attention of the State government.

The incident occurred at Almasapeta Centre in Kadapa city, where BJP and SC Morcha leaders were reportedly attacked by a group of miscreants who tore down decorative arches and flags erected for the Hanuman Jayanti festivities. When police resorted to a lathi-charge to disperse the aggressors, the Kadapa district BJP president intervened to appeal for restraint and urged the police not to use force against the locals — at which point the DSP allegedly assaulted him physically.

"When a democratically elected party leader steps forward to restore peace and appeals to police to exercise restraint, it is deeply condemnable that a senior officer would raise his hand against him," Mr. Madhav said, terming the officer's conduct as "grossly unacceptable."

The BJP State president also observed that the incident was particularly unfortunate given that it unfolded during a period of widespread Hanuman Jayanti processions and bike rallies being conducted peacefully across Andhra Pradesh. He stressed that the sentiments of devotees must be protected and that incidents of this nature should not be allowed to recur.

Mr. Madhav called on the police department to direct its action against those who had carried out the original attack on the Hanuman Jayanti decorations, rather than against those who were conducting peaceful religious programmes. He reminded the law enforcement machinery that maintaining law and order was its primary obligation.

"The double engine government has been working to accelerate development and welfare programmes, and public trust in the administration is growing," he said, adding that such incidents of police high-handedness risked eroding that goodwill.

The BJP has demanded that the DGP register a departmental case against the DSP and initiate action under the relevant provisions governing police conduct.

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 4: Andhra Pradesh BJP State president PVN Madhav on Monday conveyed his birthday greetings to Vice-President of India C.P. Radhakrishnan, describing his rise from an ordinary party worker to the country's second-highest constitutional office as a reflection of his exceptional qualities and commitment to public life.

In a statement released on the occasion, Mr. Madhav said that Mr. Radhakrishnan's journey was an inspiration for generations to come, and that his long years of political experience had been marked by unstinting dedication to the welfare of the people. He said the Vice-President's contributions to public life would be remembered for years to come.

Mr. Madhav expressed his wish that the Vice-President enjoy good health and happiness, and conveyed his hope that the country would achieve greater progress and development under his guidance and leadership.

TIRUPATI DISTRICT, Varadayapalem, May 4: Andhra Pradesh BJP State president PVN Madhav on Monday called upon every party cadre to work with dedication and a spirit of service towards strengthening the party's organisation in the State, speaking as the chief guest at the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Maha Abhiyan programme held in Varadayapalem mandal of Tirupati district.

The training programme provided participants with a comprehensive understanding of the party's founding principles, ideology, and its commitment to the goal of Antyodaya — the upliftment of the last person in society.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. PVN Madhav said the Antyodaya principle propounded by Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya served as the guiding light for BJP governance. He stated that the welfare of the weakest and most marginalised section of society was the primary objective of the government, and that the Central government was implementing a wide range of welfare schemes in pursuit of that goal. Ensuring equal opportunities for every section of society in the country's development journey was the BJP's core mission, he added.

Mr. Madhav said the country was making progress across all sectors under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with people extending their support to the government's transparent administration, national security initiatives, and development programmes. He urged party cadre to remain firmly committed to the party's ideology and to deepen their connect with the people at the grassroots level.

The State president emphasised that training programmes such as this one were invaluable in strengthening the BJP's organisational base in Andhra Pradesh, and reiterated his call for every cadre member to work with a sense of mission and service. He reaffirmed the party's unwavering commitment to addressing the problems faced by the people.

A large number of party leaders and cadre attended the programme.

Srikalahasti, May 4: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders and cadres celebrated the party’s performance in the Assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry, at Srikalahasti under the leadership of Andhra Pradesh BJP president P.V.N. Madhav.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Madhav said the results reflected the people’s continued support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. He noted that the BJP had secured a clear majority in Assam, Puducherry and West Bengal, and described the outcome in West Bengal as particularly significant.

Referring to the ideological roots of the party, Mr. Madhav said West Bengal shared a historical connection with BJP’s founding ideologue Syama Prasad Mookerjee. The party’s success in his home State had enthused cadres across the country, he added.

Mr. Madhav congratulated party leaders and workers for their efforts, stating that the BJP’s growth was also evident in States such as Tamil Nadu and Kerala, where the party had registered a notable increase in vote share.

He said the results underscored public support for development, national security and transparent governance. Welfare initiatives of the Union government, infrastructure expansion and digital progress had received widespread appreciation, he observed.

Mr. Madhav attributed the victory to the support of youth, women, farmers and the middle class. He affirmed that efforts would continue to strengthen the party in Andhra Pradesh and reiterated the BJP’s commitment to addressing public issues.

Calling for unity, he urged citizens to work together towards the nation’s development.

AMARAVATI, May 3: BJP State president PVN Madhav on Sunday described press freedom as a vital pillar of democratic governance, asserting that society can progress meaningfully only when the freedom to speak truth without fear is upheld.

In a statement issued on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, Mr. Madhav said the media bears a cardinal responsibility to bring to light the injustices, corruption, and inequalities prevalent in society, and commended journalists who discharge that responsibility with commitment and integrity.

He noted that the press plays an indispensable role as a bridge between the people and the government, carrying public grievances to the attention of those in authority.

Fact-checking and ethical values more critical than ever

Acknowledging the accelerated pace of information in the digital age, Mr. Madhav cautioned that the need for fact verification, ethical standards, and accountable journalism has grown correspondingly greater. He warned that the spread of misinformation and rumour poses a serious threat to social fabric, and emphasised that retaining public trust is the foremost duty of the media.

Reaffirming the government's commitment to an enabling environment for the press, Mr. Madhav said protecting press freedom is a collective responsibility and that journalists must be able to practise their profession without intimidation or coercion. He expressed the view that a stronger press translates directly into a stronger democracy.

Extending greetings to journalists working with integrity and courage, Mr. Madhav urged the media to advance with greater responsibility in the service of public good.

EAST GODAVARI, May 3: BJP State president PVN Madhav stressed that people's participation is central to national progress and that development at the village level is the foundation upon which the State and the country must advance, speaking at the 'Mana Ooru – Mana Jenda' (Our Village – Our Flag) programme held at Pangidigodem village in Dwaraka Tirumala mandal of East Godavari district.

Mr. Madhav unfurled the party flag on the occasion, which was organised under the chairmanship of mandal president Chilaka Veeraswamy.

Addressing party workers and villagers, Mr. Madhav called upon every cadre member to work diligently towards strengthening the party at the grassroots level. He urged workers to carry the Central government's welfare and development schemes to the people, asserting that doing so would deepen public trust in the party.

Underlining the collective responsibility of the cadre, Mr. Madhav said it was incumbent upon workers to take the party's ideology and objectives to every household, and that only through united effort could the organisation be strengthened. He added that identifying the problems faced by people and working towards their resolution would further consolidate confidence in the party.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from villagers and party workers in large numbers, contributing to what organisers described as a successful conduct of the programme.

AMARAVATI, APRIL 29: The Central Government has released ₹207.03 crore as the first instalment of its share under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) for Andhra Pradesh, towards strengthening the livelihoods of women members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) operating under the DWACRA framework and implemented through the Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty (SERP).

BJP State President PVN Madhav welcomed the development and conveyed his gratitude to the Central Government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the timely release of funds.

Total outlay of ₹690 crore for 2026-27

According to Mr. Madhav, a total of ₹690 crore is expected to be made available to SHGs in the State under DAY-NRLM for the financial year 2026-27. The Centre's first instalment of ₹207.03 crore will be supplemented by the State Government's matching grant of 40 per cent, which is to be released shortly, he said.

The funds are intended to support rural women in improving their economic standing, expanding self-employment opportunities, and enabling their transition towards micro-entrepreneurship, Mr. Madhav stated.

Women's empowerment a priority, says Madhav

Emphasising the Centre's commitment to women's economic empowerment, Mr. Madhav said the Modi government had consistently accorded priority to programmes that strengthen grassroots-level women's collectives. "These funds will play a decisive role in consolidating the gains of the SHG movement in Andhra Pradesh and in building a more resilient rural economy," he said.

The DAY-NRLM, implemented through SERP in Andhra Pradesh, is one of the largest institutional platforms for rural women's livelihoods in the country, with DWACRA SHGs serving as its foundational unit at the village level.

Rajanagaram (East Godavari District), April 26: BJP Andhra Pradesh State President P.V.N. Madhav said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Man Ki Baat' programme is steadily fostering a sense of awareness and social responsibility among the youth of the country.

Mr. Madhav was speaking at a gathering held at the ISTS Women's Engineering College in Rajanagaram following a collective viewing of the 133rd edition of 'Man Ki Baat' with students of the institution on Sunday.

Emphasising the indispensable role of young people in nation-building, Mr. Madhav said that Prime Minister Modi was engaging directly with citizens through the monthly radio address, bringing forward inspiring and constructive themes that resonate with the aspirations of the country. "Through this programme, awareness is growing among the youth on issues such as social responsibility, cleanliness, innovation, and startups," he observed.

Calling upon students to go beyond academic pursuits, the BJP leader urged them to actively participate in programmes that serve the larger good of society. He said that listening to 'Man Ki Baat' regularly would enable citizens to stay informed of the positive transformations taking place across the nation. Mr. Madhav encouraged every young woman to discover and nurture her innate talent and contribute meaningfully to the progress of society.

He further appealed to citizens to extend their cooperation to the various programmes being advanced by Prime Minister Modi with the goal of making every individual a stakeholder in the country's development.

State General Secretary Lakshmi Prasanna Saligramam, college staff, and students were present at the event.