Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has emphasised the need for strict vigilance in the implementation of government schemes, urging officials to eliminate negligence, corruption, and apathy. He underlined the significance of seamless execution, stressing that necessary changes should be made based on continuous feedback from the public.
During a review of government schemes, the Chief Minister assessed data gathered through various channels, including IVRS, QR code scanning, and surveys. These data pertained to the implementation of key schemes such as pension distribution, Anna Canteens, fertilizer distribution, healthcare services in government hospitals, and RTC bus services.
Naidu instructed officials to promptly address any complaints or negative feedback about the execution of these schemes, ensuring swift corrective actions to improve performance. He pointed out that issues such as pensions not being delivered at home, concerns over the free gas cylinder distribution under the Deepam scheme, corruption, or dissatisfaction with hospital services must be thoroughly investigated and resolved.
The Chief Minister stressed the importance of analysing feedback to discern whether issues arise from individual errors or systemic flaws. He asserted that while mistakes must be corrected, there will be zero tolerance for negligence or corruption by officials. In the case of corruption related to gas distribution, he suggested holding gas agencies accountable.
Regarding the fertilizer supply, Naidu discussed with officials the overuse of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. He urged them to guide farmers towards adopting modern farming methods and technologies. He also emphasised the need to collect data on the amount of chemical fertilizers and pesticides used for each crop, their impact, and the harmful effects of excessive use.
Referring to the rise in cancer cases in states like Punjab due to overuse of pesticides, he warned of the dangers of such practices.
The Chief Minister also clarified that pension distribution should not begin at 5 or 6 AM. Instead, he recommended starting at 7 AM and completing it by 6 PM. The process, he said, should be efficient and smooth, ensuring that staff are not overburdened by unnecessary rules. He reiterated that pensions should be delivered directly to beneficiaries’ homes without fail.
If pensions are being distributed at locations such as farms or hospitals instead of homes, officials are instructed to investigate the reasons and provide flexibility where appropriate, provided there are no objections from the public. Naidu further directed government employees to ensure that pension distribution is conducted with respect and convenience for the beneficiaries.
Continuous feedback key to implementation
