Telangana CS asks officials to expedite paddy procurement works

Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari asked the collectors to ensure that lifting of paddy was expedited and the balance paddy stocks were procured at the earliest. In a video conference with District Collectors here on Friday, she wanted them to explore ways for faster movement of paddy from procurement centre to mills. Appreciating the efforts of a few District Collectors for their quick response in handling the rain soaked paddy and drying them, the she asked other Collectors to emulate the same so as to ensure that no farmer was put to loss.

The Chief Secretary also reviewed the progress of works being taken up under Amma Adarsha Paatasaala and stitching of school uniforms. While complimenting the Collectors for grounding the works she underscored the need to complete them before the schools reopen on June 12. The Chief Secretary also asked the Collectors to ensure that every child gets notebooks, textbooks and one pair of school uniform on the school reopening day.

She directed the officials to monitor all the minor repair works, electrification, toilets, drinking water, painting and furniture works and ensure quality was being maintained in the works.

This article has been republished from The Telangana Today.