Election-mode frenzy in Visakhapatnam as PM Modi’s roadshow draws massive crowds
The Hindu
Election-mode frenzy in Visakhapatnam as PM Modi's roadshow draws massive crowds at AU Engineering College Grounds.
The city wore an election-mode look, amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s roadshow followed by public meeting programme at AU Engineering College Grounds, at Maddilapalem here on Wednesday.
Almost all the localities, especially the roads where Prime Minister was supposed to travel was decorated with flags of NDA – TDP, BJP and JSP. Banners and flexis were adorned both the sides of roads, welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan.
In some areas, the corporators, public elected representatives flagged off the auto-rickshaws and buses to the venue. Thousands of people started to arrive in hundreds of buses and autorickshaws at the public meeting venue – AU Engineering College grounds, roadshow area – Siripuram, right from the afternoon. Many supporters were seen wearing yellow shirts and T-shirts with Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan portraits, while the supporters of the BJP were seen dressed up in saffron and wearing a headgear (Pagadi). LED Screens were arranged at many points to ensure public do not miss the view of their leaders. Food was distributed to the public either in the buses or at some transit points. By 3 p.m., the venue was almost packed with the supporters.
Metal detectors were arranged for the public and it was mandatory to go through them before entering the venue. People were seen asked to remove black ‘chunnis’ and sweaters before entering the venue. Traffic diversions were reported at many places close to Maddilapalem, Siripuram and China Waltair areas. Heavy vehicles were diverted to Anandapuram- Ananakapalli route, while RTC buses were asked to use the Beach Road stretch to arrive and leave the city.
All the schools were declared holiday on Wednesday, while several educational institutions postponed their examinations.
Senior scientist emphasizes water conservation and sustainable resource management for future generations at international conference on environmental sustainability.
Chairperson G. Pallavi visits nomadic communities in Kodagu, urging them to benefit from government schemes for economic stability.
Minister C.V. Ganesan inaugurates phase III of Makkaludan Mudhalvar scheme in Krishnagiri
Yuvraj ahead of Jamal by a stroke
Arrest of Vamsi illegal, says YSRCP leader Botcha Satyanarayana. The NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has been resorting to vendetta politics since coming to power, and has failed to implement its electoral promises, he says.
UDF hartal in Wayanad over wild animal attacks disrupts daily life, affecting businesses, transportation, and educational institutions.
Kalaburagi CPI(M) demands Karnataka government enforce Micro Loan Ordinance, curb microfinance harassment, and support self-help groups.
CITU representatives seek action against contract worker employment at Samsung and S.H. Electronics India factories in Sriperumbudur.
Kalyana Karnataka Literary Festival at Gulbarga University features seminars, renowned writers, and interactive sessions on literature.
Beyond a rise in operational expenses, BMRCL is grappling with substantial loan repayment commitments, officials said.
A significant ruling by the Delhi High Court – former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar has been convicted in a dual murder case related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
Comedian Samay Raina summoned by Maharashtra Cyber Department and Mumbai Police over controversial remarks, investigations ongoing.
Water level in Mullaperiyar dam on Thursday stood at 118.15 feet (the maximum permissible level is 142 ft.) with nil inflow and a discharge of 467 cusecs.