Andhra SEC to announce local body polls schedule after gazette notifications
Digital Desk | Vijayawada, Oct 13 (IANS) The schedule for local body elections in Andhra Pradesh will be announced after the departments concerned issue gazette notifications, State Election Commissioner (SEC) Anil Chandra Punetha said on Tuesday. The SEC added that the poll schedule will be announced once the state government communicates its readiness for the elections. Punetha said the elections would be conducted in an effective manner. He assured all security measures in the sensitive and hyper sensitive areas. He held a meeting with representatives of 20 political parties here on Tuesday. He told media after the meeting that the political parties sought security for the contesting candidates. They also submitted various suggestions to the SEC, including timely issuance of caste certificates. The state government on Monday announced reservation for Scheduled Tribes (STs), Scheduled Castes (SCs), Backward Classes (BCs) and women for the posts of Mayors in 17 municipal corporations and chairpersons in 106 municipalities and nagar panchayats. The state government has earmarked one Mayoral seat for STs (Mangalagiri Tadepalli), two seats for SCs (Kurnool Women and Rajamahendravaram General), five seats for BCs (Kakinada Women, Machilipatnam Women, Eluru General, Anantapuram General, and Chittoor General). Five Mayoral seats have been reserved under Women (General) for Vizianagaram, Srikakulam, Guntur, Kadapa, and the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC). Mayor seats in Tirupati, Vijayawada, Ongole, and Nellore remained unreserved. Commissioner and Director of Municipal Administration, P. Sampath Kumar, issued an official notification determining and finalising the ward-wise reservation of seats for STs, SCs, BCs and women across 13 major municipal corporations in the state. The state government has capped overall reservation for all categories at 50 per cent after the High Court struck down its order for 34 per cent reservation for BCs. The Supreme Court on October 9 dismissed its plea challenging the Andhra Pradesh High Court. The apex court questioned the legal basis of the data relied upon by the state government to justify the enhanced BC quota, particularly the findings of a Unified Family Survey. On October 1, the Andhra Pradesh High Court struck down two government orders providing 34 per cent reservation for BCs in local body elections, saying that the quota breached the 50 per cent ceiling on total reservations. The High Court said that the aggregate reservation for all categories in local bodies should not exceed 50 per cent in accordance with the Supreme Court's guidelines. The court judgment came as a setback to the N. Chandrababu Naidu-led coalition government, as increasing BC reservation in local bodies from 20 per cent to 34 per cent was one of its key promises during the 2024 Assembly elections. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu had announced the enhanced quota on August 18, saying that BCs would get 34 per cent reservation in rural local bodies and 33.33 per cent in urban local bodies.
Young people urged to prepare for disasters at Anantapur programme; fire department holds mock drill
Anantapur SP reviews security in sensitive Tadipatri ahead of local body elections
P. Jagadeesh inspects the proposed EVM distribution and counting centres and the nomination centre, and visits hyper-sensitive areas of the town
Tejas 91 Helps Andhra Score 242 on Opening Day Against Jharkhand
Andhra scored 242 in 87.4 overs on the opening day of their CK Nayudu Under-23 Trophy cricket match against Jharkhand at the RDT Stadiums ACG Ground in Anantapur on Monday.
Suzlon to invest 550 crore to set up 3 AI-powered blade factories by 2027
Suzlon Group is investing around Rs 550 crore to set up three AI-powered blade factories to fast-track execution of its order book and meet the rising demand of the domestic wind industry, company co-founder Girish Tanti said. While two blade facilities have been planned for Gujarat and Karnataka, the third will come up in Tamil Nadu, Tanti told PTI in an interaction. Suzlon already has five blade factories in Jaisalmer, Bhuj, Ratlam, Dhule and Anantapur. With the addition of the three units, Suzlon will have India's largest smart wind manufacturing capacity with a total of 18 factories. When asked about investment in these new factories, Tanti said the company has earmarked capex of Rs 550 crore for the three projects, funded from internal accruals. Rs 200 crore is for the Tamil Nadu project; the remaining will be utilised for Gujarat and Karnataka facilities. He said these factories will be closer to wind project sites to improve logistics. The estimated time period for setting up
Deaths Of Crows, Poultry Trigger Bird Flu Scare In Anantapur District
Officials have appealed to people not to touch or handle dead birds. They must inform veterinary authorities immediately about unusual bird deaths.
Anantapur: Car Catches Fire on Tapovanam National Highway
According to reports, the driver noticed the fire in time and immediately got out of the vehicle, escaping unhurt.
Atmakur: Woman Dies as Eicher Vehicle Hits Two-Wheeler
The injured were shifted to the Anantapur Government General Hospital in a 108 ambulance.
When childhood feels unsafe: POCSO cases in A.P.s Rayalseema
Rayalaseemas POCSO cases reveal a troubling mix of vulnerability, silence and delayed intervention, even as police investigations become more technology-driven, reports K. Umashanker. Andhra Pradesh recorded a decline in cases in 2025, but Chittoor saw a rise while Anantapur and Kurnool recorded falls. With 5,408 cases pending in exclusive POCSO courts, forensic delays, staff shortages, stigma and fear continue to test the promise of speedy justice, while experts stress prevention, early reporting and stronger child-protection systems.
Mega Medical Camp Held at Anantapur Government Polytechnic College
The Nigama Foundation, in coordination with NSS, JNTUA Government Polytechnic College, Anantapur Pragathi Padham Youth Association, and MYBharat, organised a mega medical camp at the Government Polytechnic College in Anantapur on Wednesday.
Anantapur SP Proposes Police Palle Nidra In View Of Civic Polls
Anantapur SP P. Jagadish directed police to identify sensitive areas and conduct Palle Nidra programmes to strengthen security ahead of local body polls.
A.P. plans four more regional conferences in October ahead of CII Partnership Summit
They are proposed to be organised in Kakinada on October 12, Amaravati on October 16, Anantapur on October 23 and Tirupati on October 26 with focus on blue economy, Quantum Valley, aerospace and tourism
Free health camp extends services to nearly 600 students, youth in Anantapur
The camp, which was held as part of the foundation day celebrations of Nigama Foundation, provided free blood grouping, haemoglobin and diabetes screening, blood-pressure checks, general and orthopaedic consultations, and eye examinations to the students
56 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs launched in Kurnool and Anantapur
These were part of the 267 Ayushman Arogya Mandirams (Health and Wellness centres) inaugurated by Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav from Janardhanapuram in Krishna district
Dramatic CCTV Video Shows Heroic Rescue By Constable At Anantapur Station
A major tragedy was averted at Anantapur Railway Station when passenger Ravi Kumar slipped while attempting to board a moving train. In a dramatic rescue captured on CCTV, Traffic Constable C. Surendra reacted instantly, grabbing Ravi by the collar and pulling him away from danger. The video shows the constable's quick thinking and swift action preventing what could have been a fatal accident. Ravi Kumar escaped with only minor injuries, while the rescue has drawn widespread praise online.
Lightning Strike Kills Power Employee in Anantapur
They parked the motorcycle near the outskirts of Gandlapadu village and took shelter under a tree.
Mysterious Stone-Throwing Incident Causes Panic in Andhra Pradesh Village
Residents of a village in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, are living in fear as stones mysteriously fall on their homes at night. Mysterious Stone-Throwing Incident Causes Panic in Andhra Pradesh Village
Constable Saves Passenger As Train Starts Moving
Traffic constable C. Surendra rescued a passenger being dragged by a moving train at Anantapur railway station, preventing a major mishap.
Mee Mart Outlets To Come Up At 51 Fair Price Shops In Anantapur District
Around 27 varieties of non-PDS essential commodities are proposed to be made available through these outlets initially.
Pensioners Stage Dharna For Restoration Of OPS
Government pensioners staged a dharna in Anantapur demanding restoration of the Old Pension Scheme and protection of pension rights.
Anantapur: Man Murdered in Tadipatri, Old Rivalry Suspected
The deceased was identified as Kullayappa. Preliminary information suggests that the murder may have been linked to an old rivalry.
Man Allegedly Kills Wife Over Suspicion About Her Character
A man allegedly killed his wife after an argument over suspicions about her character near National Park in Anantapur, police said.
Govt Supplying Alternative Seeds to Anantapur Farmers At 80% Subsidy
The state government is supplying alternative seeds to Anantapur farmers at an 80% subsidy to help cover the remaining cultivable area amid rainfall deficit.
Pharmacovigilance Week Concludes at Anantapur Medical College, GGH
The programme aimed to create awareness about the safe and rational use of medicines and the need to report adverse drug reactions.
CPI(M) urges government to declare Anantapur as drought hit
Protests will be held across the district on September 25 and 26 to highlight farmers distress, followed by a dharna in front of the Collectors office on September 28, says partys district committee
Students block Anantapur-Tirupati highway at Burakayalakota over APSRTC buses skipping stops
About 100 students who commute to colleges in Madanapalle, Punganur and B. Kothakota say a dozen buses skip their stop at peak hours, forcing them to pay 50 to 80 a day for autos
Anantapur district police get new mobile forensic vehicle
Anantapur MLA conducts surprise inspection at GGH
Daggupati Venkateswara Prasad condemns the absence of Heads of Departments during OP service hours and instructed the hospital superintendent to submit an explanation
Anantapur MLA conducts surprise inspection at GGH
Daggupati Venkateswara Prasad condemns the absence of Heads of Departments during OP service hours and instructed the hospital superintendent to submit an explanation
No Water For Ganpati Visarjan, Devotees Leave Idols On Dry Land: The Dark Reality Of El Ni
While Delhi lacks artificial ponds for Ganesh idol immersion, parts of Andhra Pradesh are witnessing an unusual situation, with devotees leaving Vinayaka idols on dry riverbeds as water levels remain critically low. In parts of Anantapur district, dry
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu directs steps to mitigate impact of El Nio in Andhra Pradesh
Observing that Kurnool, Nandyal and Anantapur districts are the worst hit, the Chief Minister calls for short and medium-term plans to tackle the situation; he also directs officials to keep the prices of rice, onion, palm oil and red gram under control
Anantapur: Union Education Secretary T.K. Anil Kumar Praises AP School Reforms
Anil Kumar visited the AP Model School and Junior College and the Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) at Jagarajupalli in Puttaparthi mandal, besides the Mandal Parishad Primary School in Puttaparthi.
Families Allege Foul Play After Car Crash Claims Lives of Two Women in Andhra Pradesh
Two women died in a car accident in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, leading their families to accuse friends of foul play. Families Allege Foul Play After Car Crash Claims Lives of Two Women in Andhra Pradesh
Anantapur: Tension After Transgenders Brother Dies In Guntakal
Police reached the spot after receiving the information and registered a case. An investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances and reason behind the incident.
Anantapur Needs Expansion to Improve Prospects of Being a Smart City
The proposed merger of surrounding panchayats is expected to strengthen Anantapurs case for inclusion in major central and state urban development programmes.
Anantapur: Fire Breaks Out Near 440 kV Transformer At Adani Cement Plant
Two workers Hajivali and Bhadrinath suffered severe injuries.
Anantapur: Woman Dies After Tata Safari Crashes Into House
The body of the deceased was shifted to the government hospital for a post-mortem examination. Police registered a case and launched an investigation.
From Kacheguda to Anantapur: Bappa Takes a Train Ride
Ganesh Chaturthi is being celebrated with religious fervour across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, with devotees installing Ganesha idols at homes and pandals.
Andhra Pradesh: Cattle Grazers Selling Animals
Anantapur farmers in distress as drought forces cattle sales: Reports
Vikram Solar secures 124 MW module supply order for solar project in Andhra Pradesh
Vikram Solar has secured a 124 MW module supply order for a solar project in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. The order is placed by Capital Energy.
Anantapur: Government Teacher Assaulted Over Alleged Misconduct With Student
A case has been registered against the teacher, while the District Education Officer has ordered an inquiry into the incident.
Three Killed in Road Accident Near Uravakonda
The deceased were Kanekal Zainulla, S Mahaboob Basha and S Mohammed Rafee, all residents of Vajrakarur in Anantapur district, police said.
Expedite execution of approved investment proposals, Naidu tells Collectors
Projects cleared by the State Investment Promotion Board should be grounded without delay and their commencement dates fixed, says Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu; investment summits to be held in Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Amaravati, Anantapur and Tirupati this year
Farmer electrocuted by snapped live wire in his field in Anantapur district
Adinarayana, 60, comes in contact with the wire lying in his groundnut field at Turakapalle in Peddapappuru mandal while watering the crop; a case is registered
High Heat: Mercury Levels Touch 38.7 Degrees In Anantapur
The Anantapur Urban weather point recorded 37.7 degrees and most of the areas in Anantapur, Kurnool and Kadapa touched 37 degrees: Reports
Anantapur Man Dies in Road Accident in US
He had completed his studies at Kent State University in Ohio and was working as a software engineer in the US.
Expedite investigation of SC/ST atrocity cases to punish guilty at the earliest: CM
Naidu calls for special study into high number of cases in Guntur, Anantapur, East Godavari and Prakasam districts, and stresses that the law should not be misused
Private travels bus goes up in flames in Anantapur district, passengers safe
The Peddavadugur police and fire services personnel rush to the spot and bring the flames under control
Teachers role in shaping society invaluable: Anantapur MP
33 Passengers Escape as Tourist Bus Catches Fire in Anantapur
A major incident averted following alertness by the bus driver. On seeing the flames, the driver raised an alarm asking the passengers to get down
Axis Energy bags EPC contract for 552 MWp solar project in Anantapur; commissioning in 18 months
The solar component is part of Evrens wind-solar hybrid project with battery storage, backed by power purchase agreements with APSPDCL
Anantapur IRCS bags five Governors medals
Of the five, two medals were awarded in the membership category, while three were awarded in the Social Service/Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) category to organisations that provided significant support to the Red Cross
Scrap collectors by day, burglars by night: six-member gang busted in Anantapur
Valuables worth 60 lakh have been recovered from the gang members alllegedly involved in 13 theft cases, say police
CM Naidu to visit Anantapur on August 30
The Chief Minister is scheduled to attend a marriage function in Anantapur
Section 30 of Police Act enforced in three sub-divisions of Anantapur till September 26
Anantapur: Minor Girl Stripped, Sexually Harassed For Black Rituals
Taking their poverty as an advantage, the woman made the couple believe that they would become rich if they performed the ritual naked. In the name of the ritual, the woman put the minor girl and her mother to severe inconvenience
Anantapur: Farmer Attacked By Bear, Doctors Administer 40 Stitches
Early on Wednesday morning, Venkatesulu was walking towards his fields when suddenly, a bear pounced on him. Shocked over the unprecedented attack, Venkatesulu remained still for some time but soon tried to escape from the wild animal
Anantapur Girl First To Join 2026 MBBS Batch
Ananya is the daughter of Dr Srinivas Shauri, head of the hospital administration department, and Dr Suchitra, professor of gynaecology.
Suzlon to invest 10,000 crore for wind projects in Andhra Pradesh
Wind energy major Suzlon Group plans to invest Rs 10,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh as part of its expansion in the state. State IT Minister Nara Lokesh will inaugurate Suzlon's new S144 wind blades at Huliker village in Kanekallu mandal in Anantapur district on Tuesday. Suzlon Group plans to invest Rs 10,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh as part of its expansion, including the development of 1,325 MW of new wind projects in Rayadurg constituency of Anantapur district, a release said on Monday. The new projects are expected to create around 4,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities, while Suzlon is targeting 5 GW of additional renewable energy capacity in Andhra Pradesh by 2030. Suzlon already has more than 1,700 MW of installed wind energy capacity in the state, it said. The company began operations in Andhra Pradesh in 2004 and has since established a manufacturing and project footprint in Anantapur district. Its rotor blade manufacturing facility at Ippuru in Kuderu mandal
Lokesh to inaugurate Suzlons turbine blade manufacturing unit in Anantapur district on Aug 25
The plant has been set up at a cost of 10,000 crore for an output of 1,325 Megawatts, according to an official release
Suzlon targets 5 GW renewable capacity in Andhra Pradesh by 2030
The company plans to develop 1,325 MW of new wind projects in Rayadurg, Anantapur, in partnership with Tata Power and Waaree Energy, with an estimated investment of 10,000 crore
Anantapur Tragedy: Student Dies as Compound Wall Collapses Near Hostel
Shettur police registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.
Couple Injured After Live Power Wires Fall on Them in Forest Area
Police reached the location and shifted the injured couple to a government hospital in Anantapur for treatment.
Groundwater Depletion Worries AP; 8,503 Villages Hit
The situation is particularly worrying in Kurnool, Anantapur, Kadapa and Chittoor districts.
Three youths arrested for robbery in Anantapur
Anantapur, Narainpur to host Dr Talimeren Ao Junior Girls
New Delhi, Aug 15 (IANS) The 2026-27 season of the Dr Talimeren Ao Junior Girls National Football Championship will be held from September 10 to October 7, 2026, in two different venues in Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, will host Tier 1 for the third straight season from September 10 to 25, while []
Serentica Launches Helpline for Farmers in Anantapur, Kurnool
He said the initiative would help strengthen communication, transparency and trust between farmers and the company.
Independence Day celebrations highlight progress, honour freedom fighters
Ministers hoist national flags across Kurnool, Nandyal and Anantapur districts; honouring the family members of freedom fighters, Bharath says it is essential to honour the descendants of freedom fighters and remember the sacrifices they made
Gang of Thieves Busted in Anantapur; Recovery Valued at 46 Lakh
The recoveries included 313.14 grams of gold, 100 grams of silver ornaments, and 2.50 lakh in cash.
CII Regional Investment Conference in Anantapur on Oct 23
He directed officials to complete all arrangements well in advance
Anantapur SP calls for cleanliness, efficiency at local police stations
P. Jagadeesh conducts surprise inspections at local stations, directs police personnel to accord top priority to womens safety, particularly during night hours, and ensure prompt action on complaints
Citizens Clean Up HLC Canal In Anantapur
The initiative, titled Clean Drive for a Clean and Green Ananthapur, was organised jointly by Discover Ananthapuram, Rotary Club of Anantapur, SR Defence Academy and city youth.
MY Bharat Organises Swachhata Pakhwada Programme in Anantapur
MY Bharat, in collaboration with JNTUA NSS and other organisations, conducted a Swachhata Pakhwada programme at SRIT College in Anantapur to promote cleanliness, hygiene and environmental responsibility among youth.
YSRCP leader seeks CBI probe into alleged DSC recruitment irregularities
Taking out a rally in Anantapur, Anantha Venkatarami Reddy alleges that rules regarding the sports quota were violated at every stage, demands resignation of HRD Minister Nara Lokesh
Bus falls off bridge after collision in Andhra Pradesh
Amaravati At least 20 passengers were injured when a private bus in which they were travelling fell off a bridge The post Bus falls off bridge after collision in Andhra Pradeshs Anantapur, 20 injured appeared first on Bilkul Online .
40 injured in Hyderabad-Bengaluru bus accident in Andhra
Hyderabad: As many as 40 passengers on board a Hyderabad-Bengaluru bus were injured after it hit a truck in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh early Sunday morning, August 9. The accident occurred near Pogururu bridge National Highway 44. The Volvo bus was on its way from Hyderabad to Bengaluru. Both vehicles fell off the bridge Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Volvo bus crashes into truck, falls from Poguru bridge in Andhra Pradesh; 40 injured
A major road accident took place in Andhra Pradesh's Anantapur district after a private Volvo bus collided with an Eicher truck and plunged off the Poguru bridge. Around 40 passengers were injured in the accident,...
20 Severely Injured as Eicher Vehicle Hits Private Bus in Anantapur
Following the accident, police rushed to the spot and launched rescue operations. The injured passengers were pulled out of the bus and shifted to the Government Hospital in Pamidi for treatment.
15-foot rock python rescued from banana plantation in Anantapur district
YSRCP leaders stage protest demanding CBI probe into irregularities in DSC exam in Anantapur
New executive committee of Anantapur Red Cross Society takes oath
A total of 44 nominations were filed across four panels for membership in the new executive committee
Kurnool Sona Rice Prices Surge; Civil Supplies Caps Retail Rate at 52/kg
According to civil supplies officials, the price rise cannot be attributed solely to reduced cultivation in parts of Kurnool, Nandyal and Anantapur districts.
Man sentenced to life for murder over debt dispute in Anantapur
Anantapur: Intoxicated Man Steals RTC Bus
Then he went to the bus station and made off with an RTC hired bus. Intoxicated under the influence of liquor, he hit the vehicle to a divider and a few trees, before reaching Thattivaripalle in Madanapalle mandal. He left the vehicle there and reached the Madanapalle bus station
District-level Nasha Mukt Yuva programme held in Anantapur
AP Emerging As Global Investment Hub: Lokesh
The minister laid the foundation for the Rs 5,750-crore hybrid renewable energy project that will generate 800mw of power, combining 400mw solar capacity in Pattikonda and 400mw wind energy in Kanekal of Anantapur district.
Being established by Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited, the projects are coming up at Kanekal in Anantapur district and Pattikonda in Kurnool district
Missing two-month-old found safe within 20 minutes at Anantapur Hospital, probe launched
New Survey for Anantapur Airport Project, Report in 30 Days
Ram Mohan Naidu responded positively to the proposal and directed officials to examine the feasibility of the project
Payyavula pushes for an airport in Anantapur
Finance Minister meets Union Minister for Civil Aviation in New Delhi, requests him to conduct a fresh and comprehensive survey to establish an airport at Anantapur
