Fri Jul 18 22:22:05 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Andhra Pradesh Water Resources Development Minister Nimmala Rama Naidu criticized former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy for neglecting the development of the Uttarandhra region, specifically citing delays in key irrigation projects like Sujala Sravanthi while focusing on other construction projects. Naidu also accused the previous government of creating a climate of fear and supporting provocative statements. He assured that the current NDA government is prioritizing investments, IT sector growth, film industry support, protection of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, and the completion of the Polavaram Project.

**News Article:**

**Andhra Pradesh Minister Accuses Former CM of Neglecting Uttarandhra Development**

*Visakhapatnam, July 19, 2025* – Andhra Pradesh Water Resources Development (WRD) Minister Nimmala Rama Naidu has sharply criticized former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, accusing him of neglecting the development of the Uttarandhra region during his tenure. Speaking to the media on Friday, Naidu asserted the current government’s commitment to expediting key irrigation projects and attracting investment to the area.

“Instead of prioritizing essential projects like Sujala Sravanthi, which would provide crucial water supply, Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy focused on constructing lavish buildings,” Naidu stated. He further alleged that the previous YSRCP government fostered a “climate of fear” and condoned “provocative statements” from its members.

Naidu assured the public that the present NDA government is working to attract significant investments to Visakhapatnam, boost the IT sector, support the film industry, and safeguard the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP) from privatization. He also reiterated the government’s commitment to completing the Polavaram Project by December 2027.

Bheemunipatnam MLA Ganta Srinivasa Rao, who was present at the media conference, echoed Naidu’s sentiments, criticizing Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy and YSRCP leaders for allegedly making derogatory comments against Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.

The remarks highlight the ongoing political tensions in Andhra Pradesh as the new government seeks to address developmental challenges and implement its agenda for the state.

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