Hyderabad: Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Tuesday urged poets and artists to contribute to Gadwal district development through active civic participation.
Speaking at a meeting with officials and community leaders at the IDOC conference hall, the Governor called for inclusive efforts in shaping the district’s progress. He acknowledged the historical and spiritual value of Alampur’s Sri Jogulamba and Bala Brahmeswara Swamy temples. Moreover, he pledged support for their development.
He stated that “Viksit Bharat” is the national slogan. Additionally, he asked every citizen to join the nation’s progress. Officials across departments, he said, must work in coordination. The Governor also revealed that the Raj Bhavan had been renamed “Lok Bhavan” to reflect a more public-friendly approach. This approach is focused on development in the Gadwal district.
He stressed the importance of education and said the district must improve quality standards in the sector. Applauding the TB Mukt Bharat programme in Gadwal, he noted that its local implementation was effective. He also praised the Indian Red Cross Society for organizing large-scale blood donation drives. Furthermore, he encouraged more such efforts that aid the development of Gadwal district.
Governor interacts with officials and public
The Governor lauded the district administration’s performance. He encouraged officials to develop innovative responses to new challenges. These challenges are emerging in the Gadwal district development strategy. District Collector B.M. Santosh presented a detailed PowerPoint briefing on the district’s geography, historical sites, progress in various sectors, and welfare scheme execution.
As a token of appreciation, officials gifted the Governor a framed Gadwal silk saree. Gadwal MLA Bandla Krishna Mohan Reddy presented another souvenir. Several public representatives and dignitaries submitted petitions during the programme.
Upon reaching the Collectorate from Alampur, local officials and leaders welcomed the Governor with flowers. He received a ceremonial guard of honour. Children from Bal Bhavan greeted him with a welcome dance. He then toured exhibition stalls set up on the premises, showcasing the developmental strides in Gadwal district.
Governor Varma interacted with Red Cross volunteers who run the district’s blood donation drives. He visited MEPMA and SERP stalls, where women’s self-help group members shared their livelihood stories. The Governor received a briefing on the TB Mukt Bharat campaign from the health department. Additionally, he inspected displays on Nasha Mukt Bharat and child welfare schemes. These are key components of Gadwal district development.
He observed demonstrations at handloom stalls and spoke with artisans about Gadwal sarees. He encouraged development initiatives that enhance the district’s cultural heritage.
Later, the Governor planted a sapling in the Collectorate garden. He then joined district officials for a group photograph. This act symbolizes a commitment to sustainable Gadwal district development.
Notable attendees included Nagarkurnool MP Mallu Ravi, SP Srinivas Rao, Joint Secretary J. Bhavani Shankar, Alampur MLA Vijaya, former DCCB Chairman Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, ADC Major Aman Kundu, ADC Kantilal Patel, CSO L. Srinivasa Rao, Personal Secretary Pawan Singh, Additional Collectors Lakshmi Narayana and Narsinga Rao, RDO Alivelu, and other officials.