TDP govt’s welfare budget was more than YSRCP’s: Naidu

Affirming TDP’s dedication to the welfare of the people, TDP chief Nara Chandrababu Naidu said on Saturday that during the party’s tenure, a significant 19.15 per cent of the budget was allocated for welfare, contrasting with the current allocation of a mere 15.8 per cent by CM Jagan.
Naidu lauded the effectiveness of the Modi Guarantee nationwide and the steadfast support of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the State, expressing confidence in the NDA’s ability to secure governance both at the national and State levels.
“With the alliance of three political parties, the odds are stacked against any opposition, ensuring the formation of a robust government both Centrally and in the State,” he remarked.
Naidu also voiced concerns over the skyrocketing prices of essential commodities, such as sand, citing an alarming increase from Rs 1,000 to Rs 5,000 per tractor-load under the current administration. He pledged to dismantle the sand mafia upon assuming power and to ensure the provision of free sand to the people.
Furthermore, Naidu criticised the YSRCP leadership, accusing them of engaging in nefarious activities including political violence and illicit trafficking of substances like ganja and red sanders.
He singled out CM Jagan for his association with individuals implicated in criminal activities, questioning the appropriateness of taking YS Avinash Reddy, accused of murdering his paternal uncle, to Parliament. “If Avinash needs schooling, let’s provide him with education, not a platform in the legislature,” Naidu quipped.
Highlighting the NDA’s comprehensive manifesto alongside the ‘Super-Six’ initiatives, Naidu assured the public of a progressive course for the State under NDA governance. Denouncing CM Jagan as untrustworthy, he urged the electorate to reject deceitful leaders. Naidu advocated for the utilisation of volunteer services for public welfare rather than political agendas.
Addressing immediate concerns, Naidu announced the implementation of revised pension plans starting in April, condemning the current administration for allegedly deriving pleasure from the suffering of vulnerable elderly citizens. He promised government employees timely disbursement of their dues upon the formation of the TDP-allied NDA government, vowing to execute all proposed schemes outlined in the manifesto and ‘Super-Six’ agenda with precision and efficiency.