Chandra S. Pemmasani. Photo Credit: Sansad TV video grab via ANI
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Union Minister of State for Rural Development Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar said the Government of India has released ₹988 crore to Andhra Pradesh towards Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) wages, reaffirming the Centre’s commitment to rural welfare and the dignity of labour.
The Minister said the release, made under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, would ensure timely wage payments to rural workers and strengthen livelihood security across the State. He noted that the decision was guided by Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
With the latest release, total MGNREGA allocations to Andhra Pradesh for the financial year 2025-26 have reached ₹7,669 crore, including ₹5,660 crore towards wages and ₹2,009 crore for material and administrative components.
Mr. Pemmasani said the Centre continues to prioritise inclusive growth through public investment that generates sustainable employment while creating durable rural assets. Andhra Pradesh, he added, remains a strong partner in the Union Government’s efforts to achieve last-mile development.
He also highlighted that under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, development initiatives in the State are reaching rural communities more effectively, contributing to improved quality of life with a focus on purpose-driven and compassionate governance.
Published – December 16, 2025 12:10 pm IST
