Minister launches awareness campaign ahead of World Environment Day

Roads and Buildings (R&B) Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy unveiled a poster designed to raise awareness regarding environmental conservation ahead of the World Environment Day, which will be observed on June 5.

Officials from the A.P. Pollution Control Board (APPCB), Nandyal division, met the Minister on Sunday at his camp office in Banaganapalle and briefed him on the measures being taken for environmental protection.

Meanwhile, to enhance greenery in the town, Mr. Janardhan Reddy will formally launch a programme on Monday to plant 500 saplings on both sides of Banaganapalle bypass road, which is currently under construction. This plantation drive organised under the aegis of the APPCB, Nandyal division, will be held till June 5.

The Minister instructed officials to intensify efforts to create public awareness regarding key issues such as environmental protection, greenery, sanitation, pollution control, and the adverse consequences of plastic usage. He also emphasised that such socially-oriented initiatives can only be successfully realised through the active participation of every member of society.

The Minister also toured Chandrababu Naidu Nagar and Eidgah Nagar in Banaganapalle, seeking public feedback on development and welfare governance under the NDA government.

During his visit, the Minister inquired about the issues affecting the residents in their localities. When the residents brought the severe sewage problems in their area to his attention, Mr. Janardhan Reddy directed officials to desilt the drainage canals by Monday and ensure proper flow of sewage.