Fri Mar 28 17:10:16 UTC 2025: ## Andhra Pradesh Minister Shares Iftar with Muslim Family, Promises New Home
**Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh –** Andhra Pradesh’s Minister for Education and IT, Nara Lokesh, shared an Iftar dinner with a poor Muslim family in Mangalagiri on Friday, underscoring the spirit of communal harmony during Ramadan. The Minister’s surprise visit to Sheikh Shahenshah’s home near the Mangalagiri Bus Stand saw him participate in the Iftar meal, performing the Wudu ritual and wearing a kufi cap as a sign of respect.
Lokesh engaged with the family, inquiring about their well-being and discussing educational opportunities for the children. He listened to Mr. Shahenshah’s father, Sheikh Jamaluddin, a retired tailor, express gratitude for the government’s old-age pension. The Minister highlighted upcoming educational reforms, focusing on improving public schools and providing vocational training opportunities.
In a significant gesture, Lokesh pledged to build a new house for the family, who currently reside in a small home built on a single cent of land. He emphasized the government’s commitment to improving the living conditions in Mangalagiri, announcing upcoming infrastructure projects including improved drainage and water supply systems. The Minister’s visit concluded with a reiteration of his commitment to the family’s welfare and the state government’s dedication to providing educational opportunities for all.
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