Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu lavished praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who he said is the only world leader respected across the globe. Speaking at a public meeting in the AU Engineering College grounds in AP, Naidu said that PM Modi has given much to the state and the country.
PM Modi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth ₹2.08 lakh crore in Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in the state's development journey.
Achievements of NDA in Andhra Pradesh
Chandrababu talked of the brilliant performance of NDA in Andhra Pradesh by clocking 93% strike rate in the latest polls. He remained optimistic and foretold that this alliance would continue to thrive, for Modi would continue to be crucial to national politics, and that in the upcoming Delhi elections also NDA will remain victorious under him.
He remarked, "Modi is tirelessly working towards empowering the downtrodden with welfare schemes, reformation, and governance. The dream of Modi is to develop a Global Economic Hub under Make in India." Programmes like Startup India, Skill India, and Gati Shakti also praised as the revolution step to march forward on national development lines.
Naidu compared Visakhapatnam to Mumbai, stating, “Just as Mumbai is India’s financial hub, Visakhapatnam is an economic epicenter for Andhra Pradesh.”
Call for Modi’s Visit to Amaravati
The Chief Minister requested PM Modi to visit Amaravati, expressing optimism about the Center’s support in linking rivers for comprehensive water management. He emphasized that despite challenges following the bifurcation of the state, Andhra Pradesh has progressed significantly with the Center’s assistance.
"By 2047, India will be among the top two nations in the world," Naidu asserted, crediting Modi’s leadership for accelerating the country’s development trajectory. He also reiterated his government’s commitment to fulfilling the "Super Six" promises, with the coalition government prioritizing investments and holistic development.
Industrial Growth and Employment Initiatives
Highlighting state industrial progress, Naidu mentioned that regions like Kopparthi and Orvakal are emerging as key industrial hubs. He also praised Modi’s efforts in promoting Araku coffee on international platforms, strengthening AP’s economy.
"We aim to create 20 lakh jobs in the state," he said, underscoring the coalition government’s focus on employment generation and economic growth.
Praise for Modi’s Leadership
Naidu concluded his address by praising PM Modi's prompt solution-finding attitude and commitment. "No Prime Minister in the past has shown such determination and initiative. We have the right leader at the right time," he said.
Governor Justice Abdul Nazeer, Union Minister Rammohan Naidu, Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, Ministers Lokesh, Anitha, TG Bharat, and several MPs and MLAs participated in the event.
