Amaravathi: AP Minister for Transport, Sports, and Youth Services, Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy, has announced that the Andhra Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, will launch a free bus service for women within a month. This initiative fulfills a major election promise by the Telugu Desam Party (TD).
Key Points:
- Minister’s Assumption of Office:
- Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy assumed his position in the AP Secretariat in Amaravati.
- Signed his first file to establish a driving training and research institute costing ₹18.51 crore.
- Commitment to Road Safety:
- Aims to make Andhra Pradesh a road-accident-free state.
- Plans to improve road conditions and provide necessary training for RTC drivers.
- Personal motivation due to a tragic road accident in his childhood.
- Free Bus Service for Women:
- As promised in the TD election manifesto, free travel for all women in APSRTC buses will begin within a month.
- Promotion of Sports:
- Plans to promote sports among the youth for mental and physical well-being.
- Intends to organize sports events throughout the year.
- APSRTC Improvement:
- Criticized the previous government for neglecting APSRTC.
- Plans to integrate APSRTC fully into the government, purchase new buses, and ensure regular maintenance.
- A committee will investigate the mismanagement and theft of RTC assets.
- Minister’s Felicitation:
- Transport additional secretary Narasimha Reddy and APSRTC executive directors Brahmananda Reddy, Ravi Verma, and Chandrasekhar congratulated the minister with flower bouquets on his first day.
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