Mon Dec 01 15:14:00 UTC 2025: Here’s a summary of the text and a rewrite as a news article:

Summary:

The Andhra Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, has distributed welfare pensions to nearly 6.5 million beneficiaries under the NTR Bharosa scheme. Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar oversaw the pension distribution and reviewed other government services, highlighting the government’s commitment to timely pension payments and farmer support, including subsidies on farm machinery and clearance of paddy procurement dues. He also distributed bicycles to students and emphasized improvements to government schools and the mid-day meal scheme.

News Article:

Andhra Pradesh Government Distributes Pensions to Millions, Boosts Farmer and Student Support

BAPATLA, Andhra Pradesh – December 1, 2025 – The Andhra Pradesh government is making strides in welfare and education, according to Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar who oversaw a widespread pension distribution on Monday. Nearly 6.5 million beneficiaries received pensions under the NTR Bharosa scheme, with the government earmarking over ₹34,000 crore for the program.

During the pension distribution in Yeleswarapalem, Bapatla district, Minister Ravi Kumar emphasized the commitment of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s coalition government to providing timely and accessible welfare support. He also criticized the previous administration, noting the current government had sanctioned over one lakh spouse pensions in comparison to the YSRCP.

The government is also focusing on agricultural support. Minister Ravi Kumar highlighted a subsidy scheme, where a tractor was delivered to a local farmer. He stated that key farm machinery had 90% subsidy and up to 100% for SC and ST farmers. All pending paddy procurement dues had been paid, with direct payments to farmers.

Efforts to improve education were also on display as Minister Ravi Kumar distributed 162 free bicycles to students of Mailavaram Zilla Parishad High School. Over 5,300 bicycles were provided across Addanki to improve school attendance. Minister Ravi Kumar also emphasized the upgrading of schools and the recruitment of 16,300 qualified teachers. Quality control of the mid-day meal scheme was also inspected.

The multi-faceted approach of the state government aims to improve the lives of its citizens through comprehensive welfare programs and investments in key sectors like agriculture and education.

Read More