New Joint Collector Appointed
The Andhra Pradesh government transferred senior officer Puli Srinivasulu and appointed him as Joint Collector of Markapuram district, strengthening district administration.
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June 2026
Political Focus on Veligonda Irrigation Project
Political leaders from both ruling and opposition parties continue to focus on the completion of the Veligonda Project, a major issue for farmers in Markapuram, Giddalur, and surrounding areas. The project remains a key development promise in the region.
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TDP Retains Strong Position in Markapuram
In the 2024 Assembly election, Kandula Narayana Reddy won the Markapuram seat for TDP, defeating YSRCP candidate Anna Rambabu by nearly 14,000 votes.
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Markapuram District Administration Strengthened
The newly formed Markapuram District continues to receive administrative attention after becoming operational in late 2025, with government departments being reorganized to improve governance and public services.
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Promotion of Pulses and Millets
Agricultural authorities are recommending cultivation of pulses, millets, and oilseeds in drought-prone areas to reduce dependence on uncertain rainfall.
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Increased Monitoring of Irrigation Infrastructure
State Water Resources officials are conducting regular inspections of Veligonda tunnels and associated works to ensure timely completion and water availability for farmers.
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Focus on Fruit and Vegetable Cultivation
Officials are encouraging farmers to diversify into horticultural crops such as mango, sweet lime, papaya, and vegetables to improve farm income.
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Horticulture Expansion Target
The state government has set an ambitious target to increase horticulture production in Rayalaseema, Prakasam, and Markapuram districts through new horticulture clusters and modern cultivation methods.
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Farmers to Benefit from Expanded Irrigation Coverage
Officials stated that the Veligonda Project will benefit constituencies including Markapuram, Giddalur, Kanigiri, and Yerragondapalem by improving irrigation facilities.
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₹456 Crore Canal Lining Works Launched
The Andhra Pradesh government recently laid the foundation for ₹456 crore feeder canal lining works under the Veligonda Project to improve water delivery to agricultural lands.
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