In a significant address at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) Kakinada, Human Resources Development Minister Nara Lokesh reaffirmed the government's unwavering commitment to transforming Andhra Pradesh into the nation's top-performing state. He emphasized his personal ambition to foster student development by treating them as collaborative partners in this transformative journey.
Infrastructure Inaugurations and Personal Reflections
During his visit to Kakinada on Friday, Minister Lokesh inaugurated key infrastructure projects, including the PG Boys Hostel and CC roads at JNTU Kakinada. Additionally, he unveiled a new 60-bed integrated Coromandel Hospital located on Valasapakala beach road in the Kakinada rural constituency. Reflecting on his political journey, Lokesh shared that certain pivotal decisions possess the profound power to alter lives, citing his Yuvagalam padayatra as a life-changing experience that provided invaluable lessons now being implemented in governance.
Embracing Technology for Public Safety
In an interactive session with JNTUK students, Lokesh discussed a broad spectrum of issues, stressing the urgent need for advanced technologies. He specifically highlighted digital twins as a crucial tool for forecasting floods and urged the university management to develop a digital twin project. This initiative aims to enhance crowd management and monitoring facilities at bathing ghats during the upcoming Godavari Pushkarams, ensuring public safety through innovative solutions.
Addressing Educational and Industrial Challenges
Minister Lokesh pointed out the existing skill gap in higher education, revealing that curricula are being reformulated based on direct industry feedback to better align with market demands. He announced plans to establish Atal Tinkering Labs in all universities, complemented by other laboratories tailored to the industries prevalent in their respective regions. Furthermore, he addressed the deficiency in research within India, advocating for industries to allocate a dedicated percentage of their resources to research and development, akin to corporate social responsibility spending.
Fostering Sustainable Industrial Growth
Lokesh assured that the government is committed to creating a supportive ecosystem to promote industries suited to local climatic conditions through cluster-based development strategies. Highlighting the escalating importance of green energy, he detailed the government's focused efforts on solar, wind, and pumped storage projects to meet future energy needs sustainably.
Political Acknowledgments and Future Directions
During his address, Lokesh expressed heartfelt gratitude, recalling how Janasena chief Pawan Kalyan stood by his family during challenging times when his father was imprisoned. This acknowledgment underscored the collaborative spirit he envisions for Andhra Pradesh's progress. By integrating technological advancements, educational reforms, and industrial incentives, Lokesh's vision aims to propel the state towards unprecedented growth and development.
