CM Naidu attends Iftar dinner

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu participated in an Iftar dinner organised by the State government in Vijayawada on Thursday, offering special prayers along with Muslim religious leaders. Addressing the gathering, he reaffirmed the Telugu Desam Party’s commitment to the welfare of the Muslim community, stressing economic empowerment and the protection of Waqf Board properties.
Addressing the gathering, the CM highlighted the importance of Ramadan, describing it as a time for discipline, charity and spiritual reflection. “Ramadan is a sacred month that embodies devotion and prayer for the well-being of society.
The Quran teaches us that the financially stable should support the poor and I am proud to participate in this celebration with my Muslim brothers,” he said.
The CM also reflected on the strong historical relationship between TDP and the Muslim community. He noted that under the party’s governance, Muslims have benefited significantly, with notable initiatives such as the establishment of the Muslim Finance Corporation and the promotion of Urdu as the second official language during united Andhra Pradesh. “The TDP has always supported the Muslim community, from the construction of the Hajj House in Hyderabad to financial assistance under the ‘Dulhan Scheme,'” he added.
In line with the TDP’s manifesto, the CM announced an increase in the honorarium for Imams and Muezzins to `10,000 and `5,000, respectively. The recent State Budget saw a `1,300 crore increase in allocations for Muslim minorities, totalling `5,434 crore. “My mission is to lift the underprivileged out of poverty, ensuring that no one goes hungry or lacks access to basic needs like education and healthcare,” he said.