Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister advocates people’s participation to achieve zero poverty

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister has called for united efforts for poverty alleviation while urging active participation of citizens to achieve the ambitious target of zero poverty. Speaking on the occasion of Sankranti, he extended warm wishes to the Telugu people across the world and emphasized the essence of unity and prosperity of the festival.
In his address, the Chief Minister introduced the Swarnandhra 2047 Vision, a comprehensive plan based on ten guiding principles that aims to position the Telugu community as a global leader. At the heart of this approach is the innovative P4 policy—Public-Private-People’s Partnership—a model designed to bridge economic disparities and uplift the marginalized sections of society.
The Chief Minister reflected on the transformative reforms of 1995, which, through policies like P3 (Public-Private Partnership), empowered individuals from humble beginnings to achieve global recognition. However, he acknowledged that despite significant progress, millions of people still face challenges such as inadequate education, health care, nutrition and clean water.
He stressed the importance of collective action to address these serious issues, saying, “True happiness comes when everyone flourishes.” He called upon successful individuals to guide and support the underprivileged, especially the most vulnerable 20%, through education, skill development and employment opportunities.
Highlighting past successes where NRIs and industrialists revived villages, the Chief Minister urged the community to rekindle this spirit of giving. He announced plans to launch an interactive portal inviting suggestions and feedback on the P4 policy over the next 30 days to promote inclusive and sustainable development.
Concluding his address he emphasized, “A society free from poverty is not just a dream – it is our shared responsibility. This Sankranthi, let us pledge to make zero poverty a reality and inspire the Telugu community across the world.”
The call to action underlines the importance of collaborative efforts to build a prosperous Andhra Pradesh, reflecting the true spirit of Sankranti and the enduring resilience of the Telugu people.