13.11.2024 Daily [Andhra Pradesh] APPSC Current Affairs

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu convened a high-level meeting with industry leaders to discuss economic growth targets and strategic development under the Vision-2047 plan. The task force, chaired by Mr. Naidu and co-chaired by Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran, aims to achieve a 15% growth rate through well-structured policies and investment opportunities. Mr. Naidu emphasized the importance of wealth creation to uplift underprivileged communities and improve overall quality of life. The Vision-2047 initiative will leverage advanced technology, infrastructure, and human resources to attract investments, making Andhra Pradesh a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. The state’s focus on ‘Speed of Doing Business’ aims to attract industrial growth and make Andhra Pradesh a prime destination for investment. The task force, comprising representatives from leading Indian companies, exchanged views on investment-friendly policies and will focus on creating pathways for sustainable development and innovation.

Bisathi Bharath, a young social leader from Anantapur, India, has been nominated for the prestigious “We Are Together” International Prize of Russia. Bharath, a post-graduate in political science and economics, founded the Pragathi Padham Youth Association, which focuses on guiding underprivileged students. His organization has adopted three villages to conduct career guidance sessions. The “We Are Together” Prize, established in 2020, recognizes individuals and organizations globally who contribute to solving humanitarian issues. Bharath was nominated in the “Equal Opportunities, Social Justice and Youth Development” category and is one of several young leaders shortlisted for the award. The final winner will be announced at the award ceremony in Moscow on December 5, 2024. Bharath has previously received the United Nations V-Award and the Diana Award 2021 for his humanitarian work.