Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Ministers Visit Remote Tribal Village in ASR District
Two ministers from the state government visited a remote tribal village called Sappiputtu in the ASR district.
They traveled a long way through hilly forests to reach the village.
The villagers welcomed them traditionally.
The ministers listened to the villagers' problems and promised to help.
They praised the tribal farmers for stopping ganja cultivation and growing other crops instead.
The police also talked to the villagers about the law and promised to help make the village free from ganja.
The ministers said the government will support the village's development in many ways, like better jobs, schools, hospitals, and roads.
Home minister Vangalapudi Anitha and tribal welfare minister Gummidi Sandhya Rani visited Sappiputtu, a remote tribal village in Paderu mandal, ASR district.
The ministers traveled 8 km through hilly forest terrain to reach the village.
They interacted with villagers, heard their grievances, and assured them of addressing their concerns.
The ministers appreciated tribal farmers for giving up ganja cultivation and taking up alternative crops.
The Police Eagle Team conducted a legal awareness programme and promised support to make Sappiputtu a 'Zero Ganja Village.'
- Who
- Home minister Vangalapudi Anitha and tribal welfare minister Gummidi Sandhya Rani
- What
- Visited a remote tribal village and interacted with residents
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Sappiputtu, Paderu mandal, ASR district
- Why
- To address grievances and promote development
Government Support
Tribal Concerns
Government Commitment
Government Support
The state government is committed to the holistic development of tribal communities through improved livelihoods, education, healthcare, and basic infrastructure.
Tribal Concerns
Tribal villagers have grievances and development-related demands that need to be addressed.
- Ministers Visited
- Vangalapudi Anitha, Gummidi Sandhya Rani
- Location
- Sappiputtu, Paderu mandal, ASR district
- Distance Traveled
- 8 km through hilly forest terrain
- Key Activity
- Legal awareness programme by Police Eagle Team
- Government Commitment
- Holistic development of tribal communities