Deputy Chief Minister Ok. Pawan Kalyan addressing the Collectors’ Conference on the Secretariat at Velagapudi on Tuesday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Ok. Pawan Kalyan has urged the officers to stay vigilant in opposition to forces trying to create social disparities and widen gaps between communities. 

Addressing the Collectors’ Conference on Tuesday, Mr. Pawan Kalyan emphasised the necessity for collective efforts to take care of peace and public security throughout the State.

He careworn that social media posts, banners, and public conferences that would incite communal tensions must be carefully monitored, and any forces trying to disrupt the State’s improvement or create unrest have to be recognized early and strict motion have to be taken. 

Mr. Pawan Kalyan highlighted the significance of girls’s security, urging the officers to provide it a prime precedence.

Referring to the Sugali Preethi case, he known as for pressing and diligent motion to make sure swift justice, and advisable enhanced CCTV surveillance at welfare hostels to stop unreported crimes.

Referring to noise air pollution, Mr. Pawan Kalyan instructed that restrictions must be enforced on sources corresponding to DJ methods and microphones, particularly throughout non secular occasions and cinema features, whereas sustaining heightened vigilance at locations of worship to stop acts of vandalism.

He known as for a agency stance in opposition to the unfold of ganja and different medication, stressing that authorities ought to monitor faculties and faculties to curb gross sales and dismantle drug provide chains, with the purpose of attaining a drug-free Andhra Pradesh.

Mr. Pawan Kalyan emphasised the necessity to scale back critical crimes, citing latest caste-based points in Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district. He directed the officers to strictly regulate banners and flexi boards which may incite tensions, implement legislation and order rigorously, search cooperation from the group when vital, and be certain that any incidents threatening public security are addressed promptly.

He set a goal of lowering critical crimes by 33% over the subsequent 12 months.

Mr. Pawan Kalyan known as for a proactive and collaborative strategy to take care of peace, safeguard ladies and kids, and uphold legislation and order in Andhra Pradesh.

Published – September 16, 2025 11:04 pm IST