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As part of this initiative, the Kailasagiri Development Committee, constituted under the aegis of the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA), conducted its first field-level inspection on Tuesday. The 16-member Joint Action Committee, chaired by the VMRDA Commissioner, undertook a comprehensive review of on-ground conditions.
Mr. Sribharat, as the Permanent Special Invitee to the committee, participated in the inspection and held a detailed review with officials.
Addressing the officials, MP Sribharat emphasised that comprehensive safety measures would be implemented to ensure that tourists visiting Kailasagiri return safely and with a pleasant experience. He announced that a master development plan aligned with the next 30 years’ requirements would be prepared to ensure sustainable and systematic growth of the hilltop destination.
The MP also announced the construction of a 55-foot-tall Trishul, inspired by the symbols of Lord Shiva, at an estimated cost of ₹1.5 crore. He said the project would significantly enhance the spiritual and cultural appeal of Kailasagiri.
During the review, extensive discussions were held on key development and safety-related aspects, including development of new roads and merging points on the hilltop, creation of an alternative access road to the hilltop and expansion of parking facilities.
Speaking on the occasion, VMRDA Commissioner N. Tej Bharat stated that discussions were held on developing parking facilities at the foothills and transporting tourists to the hilltop using e-buses and other eco-friendly vehicles. He added that proposals to enhance tourist attractions, establish canteen facilities, and introduce a new toy train project were also being deliberated.
Visakhapatnam East MLA Velagapudi Ramakrishna Babu, VMRDA Chairman Pranav Gopal, and senior officials from various departments of VMRDA attended.
Attends 17th Tribal youth exchange programme
The MP interacting with tribal youth at GITAM Deemed to be University during the 17th Tribal Youth Exchange Programme, supported by the Ministry of Home Affairs. He emphasised that balanced growth which incorporates forest use for development must rely on sustainable forestry practices that harmoniously balance environmental, social, and economic objectives. Such an approach, he said, ensures forest regeneration while enabling long-term availability of resources.
Responding to questions raised by the participating students during the interactive session, he explained the State government’s development model. He said State capital Amaravati was being developed predominantly on agricultural land through voluntary Land Pooling Scheme (LPS). This initiative, he noted, aims to achieve balanced growth by making farmers active partners in development rather than displacing them.
Highlighting environmental concerns, the MP stressed that afforestation is a vital component of sustainable land use, particularly in cases where forest areas are utilised for mining or infrastructure projects. Development, he asserted, must go hand in hand with ecological responsibility.
Addressing education and language learning, Sribharat noted that mastery of one’s mother tongue provides a strong cognitive and linguistic foundation, making it easier to learn English and other languages. He also advised tribal students to appear for the CUET (Common University Entrance Test) to seek admission to the tribal university at Salur.
Interacts with students at Bhimili Women’s Polytechnic College
MP M. Sribharat also participated in the inauguration of the newly constructed Administrative Block, Laboratory Block, and Advanced Computer Lab at Bhimili Women’s Polytechnic College in Bhimili constituency. Interacting with the students, the MP said that discipline, planning, and goal-oriented efforts are essential for students to reach higher positions in life. Bhimili MLA Ganta Srinivasa Rao was also present.
Mr. Sribharat inspected the college infrastructure and interacted with students in the computer labs and lecture halls, gaining insights into their aspirations, ideas, and feedback. He advised students to focus not merely on obtaining a degree but on acquiring quality education.
The MP also provided guidance on higher education opportunities, including information about colleges, affiliated institutions, and available scholarship schemes across the state. During the interaction, students requested uninterrupted power supply (UPS) facilities for the college. Responding positively, MP Sribharat assured that necessary steps would be taken soon to provide UPS facilities and to ensure continuous power supply by coordinating with electricity department officials.
