Nellore Government sanctions Rs 225 crore for Atmakur roads and local development
Nellore’s government has approved a comprehensive development package worth Rs 22.5 crore for the construction and upgradation of 369 cement concrete roads in the Atmakur constituency, according to Endowments Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy. The move comes as a major relief to the people living in remote parts of the constituency who have long suffered due to inadequate and damaged infrastructure, particularly roads that had been rendered unusable during the monsoon season.
Addressing a public gathering at Chejerla mandal, the Minister said the initiative is part of the broader administrative campaign titled Suparipalanalo Tholi Adugu, which translates to First Step in Good Governance. During the event, he also laid the foundation stone for the beautification of the Chejerla Tank, a project estimated at Rs 1.25 crore. This tank holds historical and ecological significance for the surrounding villages, and the development project aims to not only restore its utility but also beautify its surroundings for recreational and agricultural use. In a series of inaugurations that followed, Minister Anam opened a new shopping complex constructed by the Endowments Department, launched four newly completed CC roads, and formally reopened the reconstructed 16th-century Chennakesava Swamy temple in Chejerla. The temple, which had fallen into disrepair over decades, has now been rebuilt with support from the department and is expected to be a hub of religious activity and tourism.
Minister Anam pointed out that infrastructure challenges in the Atmakur region had reached a tipping point, with road damage in many areas making them impassable, especially for residents in the interior villages. Lack of transport access had left many cut off from health care, education, and employment opportunities. According to him, once the issue was brought to the attention of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, the CM took swift action by approving the Rs 22.5 crore allocation for road repairs and construction. The Minister also highlighted ongoing welfare initiatives by the government. Under the Talliki Vandanam scheme, which honors mothers by offering financial assistance to their children’s education, the constituency has seen Rs 35 crore disbursed to 27124 beneficiaries so far. He emphasized that the program is one of the flagship schemes under the TDP-led coalition government’s one-year administration.
Another major announcement was the upcoming implementation of the free bus travel scheme for women, which the Minister described as a transformative move to empower women economically and ensure safer, more affordable commutes. He said the groundwork for the scheme has already begun and that it will be rolled out district-wise in a phased manner in the coming months. Responding directly to the grievances raised by local residents during his visit, Minister Anam instructed concerned officials to begin preparing the cost and logistics estimations for the reconstruction of the Nageswara Swamy temple in the same village. Local villagers had been urging the administration to restore the centuries-old temple, which is believed to be spiritually significant and a potential cultural heritage site.
The Minister also took the opportunity to conduct a door-to-door campaign in several parts of Chejerla mandal. During this grassroots outreach, he personally interacted with residents to explain the state’s welfare schemes and development programs. He emphasized the ‘Super Six’ initiatives launched under the TDP government, which include Talliki Vandanam, Annadata Sukhibhava, Free Bus Travel for Women, Skill Development Programs for Youth, Affordable Housing for the Poor, and Clean Drinking Water Supply. He reiterated that the government is not only focused on launching new programs but also committed to monitoring the delivery and impact of these schemes to ensure they reach the intended beneficiaries. Anam pointed out that the opposition’s narrative about development being stagnant was far from the truth and urged people to stay informed about ongoing efforts at the grassroots level.
Minister Anam concluded his address by thanking the local community for their participation and cooperation in the government’s initiatives. He emphasized that collaboration between the state and the people is vital for accelerating development and ensuring that even the remotest corners of the constituency receive due attention. He also took a subtle dig at prior governments for neglecting infrastructure needs in the Atmakur region. He claimed that this administration is not in the business of making empty promises but rather focused on real, visible progress. The Rs 22.5 crore allocation, according to him, is just the beginning of a larger infrastructure overhaul planned for the region.
As the Minister and his team departed Chejerla, the local sentiment was largely positive. Villagers expressed satisfaction over the reconstruction of the temple and the promise of better roads. Many also voiced optimism that the long-neglected tank project will be a game changer for irrigation and water availability in the coming years.
The Nellore district, particularly the Atmakur constituency, is witnessing renewed attention and targeted development efforts from the state government. From road connectivity and temple restoration to water resource management and women’s welfare, the administration appears determined to change the narrative of neglect and usher in a phase of tangible progress.
